Selectmen Allow Fare Increase for Chappy Ferry

In a busy meeting Monday, Edgartown selectmen approved a rate increase for the Chappy Ferry, signed off on two aquaculture permits and conditionally approved the installation of one upright piano downtown.

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Selectmen Sound Off Over Early-File Bill on Housing Bank

Edgartown selectmen reacted sharply after learning that state Sen. Julian Cyr and Rep. Dylan Fernandes had filed legislation to establish a housing bank three months ago.

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Edgartown Selectmen Suspend Scalloper's License

Edgartown selectmen voted unanimously to suspend Nick Viera’s scalloping license for three years after the shellfish constable found high levels of seed scallops in his haul.

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Edgartown Joins Oak Bluffs, Strongly Opposing Housing Bank

Edgartown selectmen sent a letter to state Rep. Dylan Fernandes and Sen. Julian Cyr voicing strong opposition to the establishment of a housing bank using funds from the short-term rental tax.

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Edgartown Police Officer Is Promoted to Sergeant

In a short but heartfelt ceremony Monday, Edgartown police officer James (Jamie) Craig was promoted to sergeant. A nearly 30-year veteran of the force, Sergeant Craig is also a fifth-generation Islander.

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Edgartown Selectmen Name New Town Clerk

After three interviews and a brief deliberation, Edgartown selectmen chose Karen Medeiros as their new town clerk on Monday. Mrs. Medeiros has worked as assistant town clerk for the past 27 years.

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Selectmen Pledge Pole Removal on Meetinghouse Way

Efforts to replace and move approximately 11 telephone poles off of newly-paved Meetinghouse Way in Edgartown are set to finish up next week.

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Selectmen Back Taxi Meters, Set Scallop Dates

Selectmen voiced their approval on Monday for an amendment allowing taxis to charge using a meter system. A public hearing will be held on Oct. 15 to air the change.

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Yacht Club Construction Work Begins in the Fall

Edgartown selectmen heard an update on plans for a major construction project at the Edgartown Yacht Club Monday.

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Parade, Extended Bar Hours: Fourth of July Is Coming
Sara Brown

Edgartown is gearing up for Fourth of July festivities with extended bar hours and parade plans in place for the upcoming holiday.

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