Reusable, Recyclable? Not So Fast Say Island Waste Stations

A plastic bag ban was adopted on the Vineyard two years ago by every Island town. But reusable bags being handed out at Stop & Shop stores are causing confusion, and problems.

After Making History, Bill Clinton Follows a New Muse

Former President Clinton appeared before a sold-out audience Wednesday to discuss his new book, The President Is Missing, written with James Patterson.

Two Vie for Register of Probate

Two candidates are seeking the Democratic nomination for county register of probate in the state primary a week from Tuesday.

Island Emergency Managers Hone Readiness

It's peak hurricane season, and Island emergency managers are practicing tabletop drills and making sure they are stocked up for shelters — just in case.

As Primary Nears, Clerk of Courts Race Heats Up

A contested Democratic primary race for the county clerk of courts seat has been heating up all summer and is now set to be decided in another week.

Mix Tape

It was a moment to celebrate, take a deep breath and say to other year-rounders, see you again in September.

Somali Candidate Poised for Congress

On August 14, Ilhan Omar, a five-foot-tall Somali immigrant, became the second Muslim woman to win a major party primary in a federal election.

The Long Arc of Social Change

Activism is what inspires Mr. Raskin and what motivated Vineyard author Alexandra Styron to write a handbook for young people on protest and engagement.

Lank Bank Revenues: August 17

The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $159,070 for the business week ending on Friday, August 17, 2018.

Opioid Epidemic Candlelight Vigil

A candlelight vigil is planned for next Friday on the Vineyard as part of an effort to draw attention to the opioid epidemic for International Overdose Awareness Day.

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