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
June 9, 2023
Zoning Board Considers Stillpoint
Stillpoint envisions using the existing barn on the seven acres of land off Stillpoint Meadows Road for classes, group discussions and other events.
School Seeks Public Meeting With Oak Bluffs to Talk Turf
The regional high school committee is asking for a public meeting with the Oak Bluffs select board and planning board to talk about the ongoing turf litigation.
Moon and Saturn
Well after midnight tonight you'll see the last quarter moon rising in east with a companion planet. The ringed planet Saturn is right next to the moon. Prior to rising in the east the two were so close, only two degrees apart. They'll be separating this weekend. The two are in the zodiacal constellation Aquarius,…
Protect the Shorebirds
With changes afoot in how the barrier beaches are managed at Norton Point, Wasque Reservation, Leland Beach and Cape Pogue Wildlife Refuge, the debate around access by oversand vehicles has reached a noisy clamor.
Strategic Errors
The Steamship Authority deserves credit for seeking the public’s help in crafting its first-ever strategic plan, a document designed to set forth the boatline’s aspirations for the future.
Amistad Arrival to Set Tone for Juneteenth
When the Amistad schooner sails into Vineyard Haven harbor on June 16, it will bring with it a story of oppression and triumph, of enslavement and freedom.
Valedictorian Finds Inspiration on Stage and in Nature
A regular cast member in school plays, high school senior Annabelle Brothers will take the stage Sunday to deliver her valedictorian speech.
Class of 2023 Leads With Resilience and Kindness
The Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School class of 2023 takes the Tabernacle stage in Oak Bluffs for graduation this Sunday, beginning at 1:30 p.m.
Vineyard Winds Starts Construction As Other Developer Hits Snag
As construction on the U.S.’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm started this week, another proposed for the waters south of the Vineyard said it hopes to sever its contracts.
Boys Tennis Advances to Quarter Finals
The boys tennis team continued its strong work in post-season play, sweeping Boston Latin Academy 5-0 on Wednesday.
Sharks Hit Offensive Stride in Summer Season Opener
Jayden Hylton socked two home runs as the Martha’s Vineyard Sharks clubbed the North Shore Navigators 12-5 on opening night at the Shark Tank.
How to Prepare for Covid Continuum
When the director general of the World Health Organization recently announced the end of the Public Health Emergency of International Concern, he was not saying the Covid pandemic is over so there’s no cause for concern.
Shine a Light on Artificial Turf Issue
After following recent events regarding the regional high school fields controversy and the budget votes, it seems as if the general public is still left confused and in the dark.
Shearer Cottage
Mrs. Lee Van Allen of Malden and the Vineyard was here for the weekend.
Awareness Is Key as Elder Abuse Can Happen Anywhere
Elder abuse, neglect and financial exploitation touch every corner of Massachusetts and Martha’s Vineyard is no exception.
Vineyard Bookshelf: Underwater Daughter
Underwater Daughter: A Memoir of Survival and Healing by Antonia Deignan, She Writes Press 2023, 250 pages, $9.95.
Classic Cars and Grilling Means the Car-B-Q Is Back
A line of classic cars will pull into the Winnetu Oceanside Resort this Sunday, June 11.
Vineyard Folk Celebrates Island Artists
When Tamara Weiss and Amanda Benchley set out to write a book about Vineyard artists, they were determined to not just capture the beauty of the Island and its people.
Concert Series Begins
The Martha’s Vineyard Concert Series opens its 2023 season on June 10.
Timeless Exhibit Opens
Featherstone Center for the Arts is presenting a new show Timeless — Celebrating Island Women Artists Over 80.
West Tisbury Farmers’ Market Opens
The West Tisbury Farmers’ Market has been taking place rain or shine since 1974. On June 10, it begins its 2023 season.
Commercial Clamming Starts in West Tisbury
The town select board voted Wednesday to open the season until further notice.
Yard Jumps Headlong Into New Season
When dancer and choreographer David Guzman was offered a stay on the Vineyard to explore movement and dance performance, he immediately accepted.
Norton Point Oversand Access Approved
Town officials said they are hoping to start allowing oversand vehicle access on Norton Point as soon as next week.
Citing Coast Guard Bottleneck, SSA Extends Service Cuts
Two Steamship Authority ferries, the M/V Governor and M/V Iyanough, will continue to run on shortened schedules as the summer season begins, general manager Robert Davis said this week.
Trustees of Reservations Names New CEO
The Trustees of Reservations chose Katie Theoharides as the nonprofit’s new president and CEO. She replaces John Judge, who stepped down in October after eight months on the job.
Please Adopt Us
We have no adoptions to report, but we do have a dog that really needs a good home.
Land Bank Revenues
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $250,778.38 for the business week ending on Friday, June 2, 2023.
Recent Real Estate Transactions: Week Ending June 2
Moji Capital LLC purchased 2 Lexington avenue in Edgartown from Gail P. Gardner Trs. and Gardner Family Trust for $1,550,000 on May 31.
Town Beach Pass Time Arrives
With summertime beach season starting, sales of beach passes for the up-Island towns have begun.
Oak Bluffs Democratic Caucus Holds Elections
Democrats in Oak Bluffs will convene virtually on Thursday, June 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Town Eyes Upgrades to Aquinnah Circle
Aquinnah is considering work to improve the restrooms and water line at Aquinnah Circle, as well as the town hall parking lot.
Expanding Caregiver Support
Martha’s Vineyard Center for Living (MVCL) has received a two-year pilot grant for a robust in-home respite service.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: June 9
As a daughter of a World War II veteran, I shall never forget what D-Day, celebrated on June 6, meant to this country and the world.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: June 9
Annette Gordon-Reed has written a wonderful book titled On Juneteenth.
Texas Sheriff Recommends Charges Over Vineyard Migrant Flights
A Texas county sheriff’s office has now completed its investigation into the migrant flights from Texas to Martha’s Vineyard last September and filed a criminal case with the local district attorney.
Edgartown Town Column: June 9
Well, I put the snow shovel away and the temperature plummeted.
Chilmark Town Column: June 9
“Spread your wings. You’re going to soar…” has been one of those mantras that is shared nearly every early June.
Chappaquiddick Town Column: June 9
Whenever I head into town from the ferry, I like to go by each of the different routes in turn.
Welcome Nova
Kelly Mercier and Tim Mercier, of Vineyard Haven, announce the birth of a daughter, Nova Rehn Mercier, born June 2.
Hudson Arrives
Michael Hill and Chelsea Hill, of Terryville, Conn., announce the birth of a son, Hudson Jude Hill, born April 18.
Hello Antonio
Aleksandra Stosic Vilaca and Joao Pedro Maciel Vilaca, of Vineyard Haven, announce the birth of a son, Antonio Stosic Vilaca.
Mother Nature’s Show
I know some folks who were a bit cranky last weekend, what with rain (supposedly), wind and chilly temperatures.
Aquatic Adventurer
It could have been a plant from another planet — an alien invader.
Singing Mightily
Most of our nesting birds already back singing mightily as they establish territories and nests.
Airport Gas Station Challenge Sent Back for Trial
Six years after Airport Fuel Services, Inc. lost its lease to operate a Mobil service station at the Martha’s Vineyard Airport, a convoluted dispute over how its 20-year tenure ended is headed back to court.
Island Air Quality Hurt by Canadian Fires
The National Weather Service issued an air quality warning over the Vineyard and much of New England due to smoke blown over from wildfires in Quebec.
Regional High School Athletes Honored
Student athletes from the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School were recently named to the Cape and Islands All League.
Aquinnah, West Tisbury Hold Special Town Meetings
Voters in Aquinnah and West Tisbury will both gather for special town meetings next week to decide on a series of school and funding questions.
Making Life a Little Sweeter For 45 Years
Murdick’s Fudge has been providing tourists and Vineyarders alike with its decadent confections for nearly five decades.
Treasure Hunt on Sheriff’s Meadow Trails
On Saturday, June 10, Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation will launch Treasure on the Trails: The Eben Horton Glass Floats Project with Martha’s Vineyard Glassworks.
Edgartown to Return to In-Person Meetings
The Edgartown select board will resume having meetings in town hall on June 20.
Chilmark Approves Regional High School Budget
In a clear voice vote, residents passed the town’s $993,112 portion of the budget, giving the regional High School the fourth and final town it needed to get the budget to pass overall.
Land Bank Hears Dueling Proposals for Old Headquarters
Representatives from the town of Edgartown and the Dukes County Commission made pitches to take over ownership of the former Land Bank headquarters in Edgartown.
Charges Against Secret Service Employee Dismissed
Ahead of a trial, a judge dropped the charges against Douglas Vine, citing a failure to prosecute because the alleged victim asserted their Fifth Amendment rights.
Vineyard History Is Food for Thought
This past weekend, the museum hosted Martha’s Vineyard Flavors: A Food History Symposium, filled with workshops and panels that highlighted the Island’s culinary community throughout time.
Nobska Lighthouse Looks to Next Chapter
After nearly two centuries of government management, the U.S. Coast Guard announced last week that it will be letting go of the Nobska Lighthouse in Woods Hole.
Islanders to Continue Housing Push on Beacon Hill
Island housing advocates will return to Boston Tuesday to lobby their support for the local option transfer fee and housing bank bills being reviewed at the State House.
Charter School Graduation Celebrates Class of 2023
The charter school graduation was an emotional affair, as teachers and administrators bade farewell to students who had, in many cases, attended the school since the elementary level.
Tennis Teams Advance in First Round Playoff Matches
The Vineyard boys tennis team is on to the next round of the playoffs after sweeping Ludlow 5-0 Friday afternoon on their home court.
New Plans Emerge for Controversial Edgartown Home Expansion
After neighbors rallied against a proposed home expansion on South Water street, the architect behind the project proposed new plans that would leave the harbor view intact.
Neighbor Sues Over Oak Bluffs Inn Parking Plan
A neighbor of a yet-to-be built Oak Bluffs inn filed a lawsuit against the town planning board this week, arguing the board’s approval of the inn’s permits ignored town parking requirements.
Local Nonprofits Receive United Way Awards
Five Island nonprofit organizations were honored on May 17 when the Cape and Islands United Way celebrated organizations receiving its community impact grants.
