West Tisbury Town Column: Feb. 28

I got thoroughly hacked the other day by someone who pretended to be me.

Hockey Teams Fall in First Round Playoffs

The boys and girls high school hockey teams both lost in the first round of playoffs Thursday, with the girls losing in overtime 3-2 to Pembroke and the boys losing 2-1 to Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School.

COO Eyes Electric Future at SSA

On the maritime side, Mark Amundsen said his number one priority is to tackle the need for electric propulsion in future vessels.

Islanders Praise New Boating Safety Law

A new Massachusetts law requiring safety training for all powerboat operators is being hailed by Island boaters and the first responders charged with their protection.

The crowds will be back in no time.

Embracing the Slowness of Vacation Week

It’s school vacation week here on the Vineyard, which means even some of the hardier year-round businesses close their doors as students and parents exchange backpacks for suitcases.

Land Bank Revenues: Week Ending Feb. 21

The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $313,009.76 for the business week ending on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025.

Land Bank Revenues: Week Ending Feb. 21

The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $313,009.76 for the business week ending on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025.

New Restaurant to Replace Linda Jean's

Island restaurateur Michael Santoro will take over the comfort food spot on Circuit avenue, with plans for a new name and style of food. 

Recent Real Estate Transactions: Week Ending Feb. 21

Caroline R. Flanders Trust and Webquish Woodlands Preservation Trust purchased Chappaquiddick Road, Lot 1C in Edgartown from Allen D. Slater Jr. for $750,000 on Feb. 18.

SSA Thank You

Editors, Vineyard Gazette;

Last week my wife and I returned from New England Baptist Hospital where she had undergone a knee replacement. She was released just before 10:30 a.m. Not likely to make the noon boat but worth a shot.

We arrived exactly at noon and the boat was still there. Our wonderful driver, Andy, told the shack personnel about Susan’s operation. They immediately notified boat personnel who produced a wheel chair and took loving care of my beloved.

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