New Legislative Push Against Speed Rules Comes From Down South

A call from lawmakers thousands of miles from the Vineyard’s shores could spare the Island from new marine speed restrictions that would result in ferry service cuts.

Fireflies

After a jolly family supper at my daughter's, I strolled home down a dirt road at twilight.

La Salle University President to Preach at Union Chapel

La Salle University president Daniel J. Allen, PhD, will be delivering his message to the Union Chapel congregation on Sunday, July 7. 

Open and Affirming

The Federated Church of Martha’s Vineyard voted unanimously on June 23 to become an Open and Affirming Church, embracing a welcoming covenant.

The Vineyard Bookshelf: The Lost Letters From Martha's Vineyard

The Lost Letters from Martha’s Vineyard by Michael Callahan, Mariner Books 2024, 304 pages, $30.

Michael Callahan’s new novel The Lost Letters from Martha’s Vineyard opens in 2018 and introduces Kit O’Neill, a junior producer on a failing Manhattan TV show, who’s trying to put a brave face on the enormous tragedy that’s struck her life: her beloved grandmother Nan has died.

Housing Bank Hope

As you may know, the transfer fee did not get included in the Affordable Homes Act. We are disappointed, maybe as disappointed as our state senator Julian Cyr, who has tirelessly worked for its passage. 

Be Kind When Sparring With Yourself

I have noticed, when facing various situations that have multiple possible outcomes I tend to ruminate on the negative possibilities.

Taste of the Town

The Taste of Juneteenth, hosted by the NAACP, was a fitting conclusion to the week-long Juneteenth events and a culinary delight.

An Unhappy Anniversary

July 6, 2023 was marked as the hottest day recorded in the Earth’s history. Unfortunately, as we approach this unhappy anniversary, there is little to celebrate.

An Apology

My name is Molly Glasgow. I own and run The Grey Barn in Chilmark. I lost my composure last night at the Chilmark selectboard meeting.

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