Library Funding at Stake in Tisbury Special Election

Tisbury will hold an election Tuesday to decide if the town wishes to borrow up to $4.8 million to renovate the aging public library.

Putter Power

By the time this hits the newsstands, we will be in a New Year.

First of the Year

They say you always remember your firsts (or someone else remembers them for you). It’s true.

Chappy Town Column: Jan. 3

On behalf of the Chappy ferry captains, deckhands and behind the scenes employees, thanks for all of the thoughtful and yummy holiday gifts bestowed upon them by the Island community.

Chilmark Town Column: Jan. 3

Did you know a typical serving of cotton candy contains one ounce of sugar?

Welcome Eliza

Emily Lukins and Joseph Lukins, of Oak Bluffs, announce the birth of a daughter, Eliza Margaret Lukins, born on Dec. 27.

In a Flash

It did not take long for the 65th annual Martha’s Vineyard Christmas Bird Count to become history. Planning started long ago.

First Baby of the New Year Arrives

Maisie Rose was born on Jan. 1 at 6:26 p.m. at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital, the first baby born on the Island in 2025. Maisie weighed six pounds and six ounces.

Misty Meadows Says Goodbye to Noble, the Beloved Therapy Horse

Noble, an award-winning therapy horse and beloved staff member at Misty Meadows Equine Learning Center, died in mid-December.

Reflecting on the Island Plan 15 Years Later

The Island Plan, the Martha's Vineyard Commission's 50-year plan to steer the Island, remains valid but several people involved in the process said implementation has been spotty.

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