America, probably the world’s number one polluter, is slowly making progress in the transition to electric vehicles.

Abbie Bender and Danielle Mulcahy are producing a variety show called Locals on May 17 and 18 at the Grange Hall in West Tisbury.

The Martha’s Vineyard Commission hosts its annual Climate Action Fair on Sunday, May 19 at the Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury from noon to 4 p.m.

The Martha’s Vineyard Food and Wine Festival takes place this year from June 6 to 9 with tastings, private dining experiences and new master classes.

Wonderful news from some of our most accomplished Islanders.

Mother Nature is playing with us. My heat has been on and off, windows open shut and different blankets at night. I know we go through this every spring, but just a little warmer would be nice.

The Martha’s Vineyard Film Society opens its annual environmental film festival on May 23.

The installation of the new ferry ramp on the Chappy side is completed.

Sabrina Scott, of Vineyard Haven, announce the birth of a daughter, Keziah Khaliya Scott, born on May 9,

I fully believe in ice cream. It seems to have, depending on what ails you, similar healing qualities to Tylenol, Penicillin or Robitussin.