A Contemporary Take on Stations of the Cross Tradition

The Federated Church of Martha’s Vineyard has updated the traditional good Friday devotion of the Stations of the Cross to include contemporary issues to highlight how atrocities are ongoing in present-day society.

Denied Wastewater Permit Draws Lawsuit in Oak Bluffs

Two Oak Bluffs residents hoping to build a new home on Ocean avenue are suing the town’s wastewater commission for what they allege is an unsubstantiated decision and a potential conflict of interest.

Trustees Offer Beachgoers More Options

The Trustees of Reservations is allowing free admission to its Vineyard beaches for walkers and bicyclists this summer and plans to have free vehicle passes available at the Island libraries.

Skate Park Vandalized

About 15 lights on the pathway surrounding the skate park in Oak Bluffs were vandalized in recent weeks, according to parks commission chair Tony Lima. 

Helping to Bring Equine End of Life Care to the Island

A new equine euthanasia service on the Vineyard is being championed by Island horse owners who say gaps in care have widened over the years due to the lack of veterinarians.

New Moped Bill Aims to Up the Licensing Requirements

Rep. Thomas Moakley, a Democrat from Falmouth, crafted legislation earlier this year that would require people driving mopeds to have a motorcycle license.

Green Villa Developers Say They Would Drop Retail for More Apartments

In an April 10 email to the commission, William Cumming said he is willing to replace the four retail buildings in his application with four two-story apartment buildings holding 36 dwellings. 

Robins Everywhere

The first singing American robins are eagerly anticipated every spring. Ten robins were loudly and continuously singing at my house on April 4, on a day where temperatures approached 70 degrees.

Duck, Duck, Wood Duck

This bird is no ugly duckling.

Chilmark Town Column: April 11

Dark gloomy, clouds have lingered overhead all but masking the sun.

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