Dylan Thomas
The birds of the winged trees flying my name Above the farms and the white horses I rose in rainy autumn And walked abroad in a shower of all my days. – Dylan Thomas
October 20, 2023
Orionid Meteor Shower
We've got a meteor shower this weekend. The Orionid meteor shower takes place tomorrow night and will be best viewed after the first quarter moon sets in the west. That will happen close to midnight. And if skies are clear, we'll have a great show. You could see as many as 20 meteors in an…
Heather Gardens Sells to Island Landscaper
Tara Gayle, owner of Gayle Gardens Landscape Design, bought the 3.2-acre parcel on State Road last week. In an interview with the Gazette, she said she plans to continue running a nursery there with hopes of including more organic and native plants.
After Banner Bay Scallop Year, Fishermen Test the Waters
As the harvesting season for bay scallops gets underway, Island fishermen and shellfish wholesalers are readying themselves for their annual gamble in a fishery with a reputation for uncertainty.
Agricultural Society Fest Brings Fall Fun
Calves in costumes, fresh pies, spooky jack-o’-lanterns and more autumnal treats and festivities will take over the Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury Saturday for the Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society’s annual Harvest Festival.
In the Icy Cold of Antarctica, Thinking of Martha’s Vineyard
I have arrived — again.
Sailing Snowflake With My Father
Snowflake had been advertised on the Wooden Boat Magazine website for six months when my partner Ana and I decided to look at her on Mount Desert Island in Maine.
Housing Help
Wouldn’t it be nice if a project such as the proposed 40B housing project at the Donaroma’s site and adjoining lots could go before the Martha’s Vineyard Commission or any other planning board and be met with: “This proposal is of vital importance to the Island.”
Ninety Years Ago
The approach of cool weather once more brings the seagulls of the Vineyard into the public eye.
North Bluff Construction Underway
The Oak Bluffs project is meant to upgrade the regularly-congested area near where the Patriot and Island Queen ferries dock by building a roundabout, reconfiguring parking spots and establishing larger pedestrian walkways.
Please Adopt Us
We’re delighted to report that Jasmine’s adoption has been finalized.
Lawmakers File Bill to Keep “Dark Money” Out of Town Meeting
The bill would close what the lawmakers called a loophole in the state’s campaign finance law. The state currently requires the disclosure of funds that people use to support or oppose ballot questions and sets spending caps for all state elections except town meetings.
At the Feeders
We feed birds because we want to see birds close to our houses, to see birds up-close and personal.
Paying Attention
Tuesday morning’s sky was really amazing. I can imagine a similar sky being part of Michelangelo’s vision for the Sistine Chapel.
Knowing Jack
You don’t know jack.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: Oct. 20
Our accomplished writer Geraldine Brooks has won the Dayton Literary Peace Prize for her book, Horse.
Edgartown Town Column: Oct. 20
It is the time of year when you dress in the morning and go outside to find you dressed too warm, so layers is the way to go.
Chilmark Town Column: Oct. 20
It’s getting to be the time of year when our young towns-children are eagerly anticipating an opportunity to dress up like goblins, fairies, fishermen and more.
Transfer Fee Included in Healey Housing Proposal
Gov. Maura Healey unveiled a $4 billion housing plan Wednesday that includes a local option transfer fee, a provision that Islanders have sought for years to help fight the Vineyard’s housing crisis.
Chappaquiddick Town Column: Oct. 20
The Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby may be over but the Octoberfish tournament continues.
Land Bank Revenues
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $210,778.50 for the business week ending on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023.
Recent Real Estate Transactions: Week Ending Oct. 13
Douglas Sokolik and Cameron Sokolik purchased 5 Hillman Drive in Edgartown from Grayson C. McNeely and Tyler McNeely for $3,250,000 on Oct. 10.
Chilmark Principal to Retire at School’s End
After nearly 15 years at the helm of the Chilmark school and 49 years as an educator, head of school Susan Stevens last week announced she plans to retire at the end of the school year.
Nobska Ferry Engine Lives on at Steam Museum
The New England Wireless and Steam Museum, in East Greenwich, R.I., plans to restore the former Steamship ferry’s 1925 engine to running order for public demonstrations.
Hello Jose
Eva Pereira and Ricardo Pereira, of Oak Bluffs, announce the birth of a son, Jose Ricardo Pereira, born on Oct. 15 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Welcome Zaiden
Keira Peters and Jarek Peters, of Edgartown, announce the birth of a son, Zaiden Vincent Peters, born on Oct. 12 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Falmouth Academy Names New Leader
David Perry has been chosen to lead Falmouth Academy as its next head of school, starting in the 2024-25 school year.
Vineyard Vigil Honors Dead in Israel
About 50 people from multiple faiths joined Chabad on the Vineyard Monday to hold a vigil for the Israelis who died in the Hamas attack earlier this month.
Loud Kitchen Brings the Noise to the Ritz
Canieka Fleming recently opened Loud Kitchen, the new restaurant at the Ritz Cafe that serves classic bar food with a Southern twang.
Former Resident Sues Tisbury Police Over Dismissed Charge
Brian Langhammer, who has since moved to Colorado, contends the department maliciously arrested him without cause after he made a 2022 Facebook post that depicted a pig in the crosshairs of a rifle scope.
Oak Bluffs Petition Seeks to Allow Marijuana Businesses Downtown
Geoff Rose, the owner of Island Time dispensary in Vineyard Haven, submitted a citizen petition to the Oak Bluffs select board Oct. 10 requesting amendments to bylaws that regulate the location and operations of marijuana businesses.
Appeals Court Orders SSA Vaccine Case Be Reconsidered
The First Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Oct. 6 that the U.S. District Court in Boston did not properly consider the 11 employees’ request for an injunction in 2022, after the Steamship Authority implemented a vaccine mandate for most workers.
David Kadison Reels in Derby Grand Prize
Island recreational fishermen gathered to celebrate the end of the 78th annual Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby. Over the course of the five week-long competition, 2,999 contestants submitted more than 17,000 pounds of bluefish, bonito and false albacore to derby headquarters.
Interfaith Shabbat Unites Islanders in Grief, Compassion and Hope
As war rages in Gaza and Israel following last week’s Hamas attack, Islanders of many faiths joined the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center congregation in prayer and song Friday evening.
High Schooler Shines Light on Women’s Sports
Regional high school student Violet MacPhail organized a panel that included documentary producers and an Olympic gold medal winner to talk about women’s rights and modern-day sexism in sports.
Island Mourns Death of Beloved Teacher
Shannon Gregory Carbon, teacher, Vineyarder and beloved member of the Island community, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Oct. 10. She was 53.
ADU Program Heads to West Tisbury Special Town Meeting
The special town meeting is scheduled to take place Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. at the West Tisbury school.
