Mary Oliver
The wind wags its many tails. And in the evening the piled firewood shifts a little, longing to be on its way. —Mary Oliver
November 18, 2022
Brilliant Mars
The bright red planet Mars now shines low in the eastern sky. You can see it easily an hour or more after sunset. It glows as a red jewel and there is no missing it. Take a moment to go outside and look for it. The planet resides in the constellation Taurus, the mythological bull.…
New District Attorney Stresses More Community Engagement
A runner and all around active personality, Robert Galibois has no plans to sit behind a desk when his term begins in January.
Please Adopt Us
This has been a wonderful week for adoptions.
Chappy Ferry Owner Looks to Raise Rates
Chappy Ferry owner Peter Wells is seeking a rate hike for the boat line connecting the small, rural island to downtown Edgartown.
Budget Cuts Dim the Lights For Oak Bluffs Holiday Season
There will be no music show to accompany the Christmas lights in Ocean Park this year.
When Tom Turkey Ruled the Roost
Editors note: In the summer of 2008, a tough turkey named Tom was terrorizing a Vineyard Haven neighborhood.
Once More to #5 Pease’s Point Way
In Scotland they ran for their lives from the gallows of Queen Mary. She was the Catholic queen of Scotland, and they were the Scottish Protestant Nevin rebels.
Old World Window
There’s a church in Tisbury that needs a window restored.
Meeting Time
Mr. Editor: — It is rather late in the season for Camp-meeting letters, so I will call this a Camp-ground letter.
Conch is Big Business But Still a Mystery
On a blustery November day, in choppy waters somewhere off the western shore of the Island, Capt. Otto Osmers winched in his first conch pot of the day. At its peak in 2011, 1.4 million pounds of conch were harvested in Dukes County, with a monetary value of over $3 million.
Climate Cafe Puts Advocacy on the Menu
The Climate Cafe discussion about storm and emergency preparedness was led by local high school students on Sunday morning.
Glaura Paiva, Luke Laubscher Marry at West Chop Club
Glaura Paiva and Luke Laubscher were married on Sept. 17 at the West Chop Club.
Announcing Walker
Avery and Max Davies, of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a son, Walker William Davies, born on Nov. 17.
Welcome Willa
Blossom and Adam Petkus, of Edgartown, announce the birth of a daughter, Willa Ann Petkus, born on Nov. 13.
Hello Phoebe
Becca and Jeff LaMarche, of Edgartown, announce the birth of a daughter, Phoebe Judith LaMarche, born on Nov. 12 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Angelina Arrives
Thais Tupan Oliveira and Cloves Henrique S. Oliveira, of Vineyard Haven, announce the birth of a daughter, Angelina Tupan Scaufelra, born on Nov. 10.
Land Bank Revenues
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $347,780 for the business week ending on Friday, Nov. 11, 2022.
Recent Real Estate Transactions: Week Ending Nov. 11
Scott Vicary and Caitlin Simpson purchased 20 Pulpit Rock Road in Oak Bluffs from Lois Johnson Trs. and Helen L. Johnson Trust-1995 for $2,595,000 on Nov. 7.
Edgartown Town Column: Nov. 18
The long sleeve T-shirts are now in the bottom drawer and the sweaters and sweatshirts have been promoted to the top drawers.
Chilmark Town Column: Nov. 18
When great-grandma Bette Carroll died a number of years ago there was a Ziploc of greeting cards that were bound for the trash.
Chappaquiddick Town Column: Nov. 18
Would anyone on Chappy be interested in CPR and first aid training?
Turning a Corner
What an abrupt change in the weather. The weekend was downright tropical and by Tuesday morning everything was frozen.
Acrobatic Accipiters
Both Cooper’s and sharp-shinned hawks are fast-flying forest hawks that speed through woodlands and leafy residential areas.
Fin-tastic Sighting
Last week provided another opportunity to love where we live and appreciate who we are.
Martha’s Vineyard Bank Awards $600,000 in Local Grants
Workforce housing, an all-ages dental center and a sea-based education program are all receiving six-digit grants from the Martha’s Vineyard Bank Charitable Foundation.
State Hosts Public Meetings on Cape Cod Bridge Replacement Projects
With a major project to rebuild the Bourne and Sagamore bridges in the pipeline, MassDOT will host two virtual public meetings this week.
Shark Circles Vineyard Haven Harbor, Riveting Onlookers
The fin of a porbeagle shark spotted in the Vineyard Haven harbor drew a crowd of amazed onlookers Friday afternoon.
Martha’s Vineyard Pays Tribute to Veterans With Solemn Observances
Flag raising and a parade were among the observances Friday as the Vineyard paid quiet tribute to veterans near and far. The morning parade in Oak Bluffs was a multigenerational affair.
