Music Street Chamber Music Ensemble Delights Island Audiences

More than 50 listeners filled nearly every seat in the West Tisbury Library community room for Saturday’s concert by the chamber ensemble Music Street.

Man Injured in Oak Bluffs Fire Saturday

A fire broke out at a home on Laura’s Way at about 10:12 p.m. Saturday, according to the Oak Bluffs fire department. The single-family home was totally in flames when firefighters arrived and nearby residents were evacuated.

Boys Hockey, Basketball Win In Playoff Games

Heart, grit and determination were on full display from the Vineyard boys hockey and basketball teams Sunday with both posting dominant home wins. Each will advance in tournament play and have off-island playoff games later this week.

History Buff, Maritime Bookseller Ginny Jones Closes Up Shop

When it comes to Vineyard history, up-Island mariner and antiquarian bookseller Virginia Jones pulls no punches. Since 2014, she has spent her days holding court at her Menemsha bookstore.

Ice Cream Shop, Caribbean Carry-Out Proposed in Tisbury

Two established Beach Road companies seeking to expand their businesses came before the Tisbury planning board this week. Both hearings were continued.

Spirit of the Vineyard Nominations Open

Spirit of The Vineyard Award nominations are open now through April 14.

West Tisbury Tax Rate Expected to Drop By 25 Per Cent

The drop is largely due to increasing property values, according to the town.

Boys Hockey, Basketball Playoffs Set for Sunday

The Vineyard boys hockey team will face Stoneham and the basketball team plays Norton.

Venus and Jupiter

The two brightest planets, Venus and Jupiter, continue to dance low in the southwestern sky after sunset. Take a look. The two were closest together on Wednesday. They are separating. Jupiter is now appearing under Venus. In the weeks ahead Jupiter will noticeably sink lower into the evening twilight. Venus will continue to grow in height and set later in the evening. Venus will be at its highest in mid-June. Right now the two planets are in the zodiacal constellation Pisces. Jupiter will be in Pisces for a while.

QuinTango Musical Residency on Island

The sextet's Island residency will culminate with a free tango music concert and community dance on Friday, March 17.

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