First Candidate Emerges For State Representative Seat

Thomas Moakley, an assistant district attorney who handles criminal cases in Edgartown court, is the first person to publicly say they will be running for the Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket District state representative seat in the 2024 election.

Steamship’s Technology Debt is Overdue, IT Expert Warns

The Steamship Authority needs to overhaul its information technology systems as soon as possible, according to a long-awaited report presented Tuesday at a joint meeting of the boat line board of governors and port council.

High School Hires Manager For School Study

CHA Consulting has supervised numerous projects on the Island, including the Martha’s Vineyard Museum and the ongoing Tisbury School renovations in Vineyard Haven, the Chilmark School air-handling system replacement and the Tabernacle roof replacement in Oak Bluffs.

Welcome Jacob

Julia Keller and Theodus Crane, of Vineyard Haven, announce the birth of a son, Jacob James Crane, born on Dec. 8 at the Martha's Vineyard Hospital.

Sullo Family Seeks Community Support

The family of Jon Sullo is organizing a GoFundMe fundraiser to help with his mental health journey.

Cape Cod 5 to Close Edgartown Branch

In a letter to customers Dec. 5, Cape Cod 5 said it was planning to shutter the Edgartown banking center in Post Office Square around March 1.

MVC Compiles Thousands of Stats in New Report

The 150-page Martha's Vineyard Statistical Profile lays out everything from the Island's population to electric use.

Tisbury Calls Off Special Town Meeting, Eyes New Town Hall

A special winter town meeting to consider using modular buildings for Tisbury town offices has been called off as town officials weigh plans for a new, $15 million town hall building. 

Towns Consider Pitching in Opioid Funds for Islandwide Position

Boards of health across the Vineyard are considering using federal opioid settlements to fund an Islandwide substance use disorder coordinator position. 

Menorah Lighting Postponed

A public menorah lighting that was scheduled for Monday night in Vineyard Haven has been postponed until Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. 

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