The Martha’s Vineyard Commission this week declined to send a proposed Oak Bluffs veteran affordable housing complex to a full public hearing, helping fast track the project in its attempts to get funding. 

Welcome to the timeless elegance of the Captain Swain House, nestled on the prestigious historic William Street in Vineyard Haven. This distinguished Greek Revival main residence and barn-style guest house seamlessly merges historical charm with modern luxury.

Sonali Nijhawan, appointed as the director by President Joe Biden in 2021, visited Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School Wednesday to speak with students and nonprofit leaders interested in joining the service network.

Commissioners unanimously approved a preservation effort for Pimpneymouse Farm, put forth by the relatives of the late Edo Potter, a longtime conservationist and an early leader in the Island’s conservation movement.

Yesterday's full moon, the Honey Moon, will continue to dominate our evening skies through this weekend. The moon is brilliant. There are no planets in our evening sky and thus the Moon is the commander and chief. The moon moves through the southern most zodiacal constellations Sagittarius this weekend, thus it remains low in our southern skies.

Use these evenings to familiarize yourself with the stars of summer coming quickly.

What follows is the list of awards given to Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School students at the annual honors night ceremony held on Thursday, May 23.

Valedictorian: Lyla Solway

Salutatorians: A tie between Robert (Huck) Moore and Alexa Schroeder

Illustrations by Chris Burrell.

Care for a swim?

Voters will consider a zoning bylaw that puts limits on trade-related activities in residential districts when Tisbury town meeting opens on May 28.

Ferries are full, the airport is bustling and businesses are looking to go from gray skies to blue. Memorial Day weekend has arrived and the outlook is one of measured optimism.