Airport Responds to Stranded Flyers Following JetBlue Flight Cancellation

After dozens of people were forced to sleep over at the Martha’s Vineyard Airport last month, the airport is asking airlines to consider the Island’s limited resources and accommodations when planning future flights.

End of Life Care Gets a Boost at Hospice Summer Soirée

Over $250,000 was raised Monday evening at Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha’s Vineyard Summer Soirée fundraiser. The money will help meet increasing demand after its recent Medicare certification.

All-Island Art Show Gives Everyone a Chance to Shine

The Tabernacle in Oak Bluffs became a temporary gallery Monday for artists of all genres and ages as the All Island Art Show returned for its 65th year.

MVC Eyes Extension for High School Turf Project

A Martha’s Vineyard Commission subcommittee is backing the regional high school’s request for an extension of the MVC’s two-year approval of a track and field overhaul, originally issued in August 2021.

Firefighters Pull Man From Out-of-Control Boat

Edgartown and Oak Bluffs fire rescue teams responded to an out-of-control boat off State Beach Friday after the operator, a shellfisherman, suffered a medical emergency.

From STEM to Stars Sparks Interest in Space

A space capsule landed in Oak Bluffs over the weekend as part of a two-day STEM education event aimed at inspiring the next generation and sharing the stories of Black astronauts.

Readers Flock to Chilmark for Biennial Book Festival

The Martha's Vineyard Book Festival featured three days of conversations and interviews with 27 authors across many genres. It began with a conversation between comedian and late night host Seth Meyers and top tech journalist Kara Swisher.

Kamala Harris Coming to Vineyard for Campaign Fundraiser

Vice President Kamala Harris will be on the Vineyard Saturday for a reelection fundraiser hosted by the Biden Victory Fund.

Twelfth Night Extended at Tisbury Amphitheatre

Three nights remain to enjoy laughter, music and Shakespearean shenanigans under the open sky at the Tisbury Amphitheatre, where Twelfth Night has been held over for an extra weekend.

Department of Energy Grant to Help In Case of Regional Outages

The Edgartown, Tisbury and Oak Bluffs water departments will get expert advice on making their systems resilient in emergency situations, thanks to a technical assistance grant from the US Department of Energy.

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