Beginning next spring, Islanders can expect seasonal hikes in Steamship Authority vehicle fares and Falmouth parking rates as the boat line seeks to nourish a projected 2019 net surplus of just over $141,000.

The Martha’s Vineyard Commission landed a $250,000 federal grant this week for an innovative project to reduce groundwater pollution in Lagoon Pond.

School business administrator Amy Tierney hits the ground running each fall, working with school budgets that together add up to about $50 million a year.

Former New England Patriots lineman Max Lane brought an inspirational message to the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School football team Monday.

Island police responded to a number of drunk driving incidents over the weekend. In Oak Bluffs there were two separate arrests for operating under the influence.

The popular southern seafood restaurant and night spot in Oak Bluffs was sold to new owners on Wednesday by longtime owner Kathy Domitrovich.

West Tisbury police announced Monday morning that Daniel Gouldrup, a longtime officer with the town, had died at home of apparent natural causes. Officer Gouldrop was 59, police said.

The Edgartown Yacht Club broke ground — or more accurately broke wharf — last week on a project to renovate the historic clubhouse.

Families, friends and loved ones gathered at the Edgartown Lighthouse Saturday for the annual children’s memorial.

Chilmark selectmen agreed this week to upgrade the retirement policy for Tri-Town Ambulance paramedics.