Vehicle Reservations on Hold After Ferry Breakdown

Steamship workers discovered Friday that the Eagle ferry’s bow thruster was leaking gear lubricant, forcing the boat to go to the shipyard for repairs.

Island's Only Commercial Marijuana Grower to Close

Fine Fettle, the Vineyard's only legally-permitted cannabis producer, has stopped growing marijuana on the Island and will close its West Tisbury dispensary later this year.

Vineyard Skies: Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower

The Vineyard will be treated to a pretty good meteor shower in the early hours of Sunday, May 5 and Monday, May 6.

Vacation Rental Prices Come Down From Pandemic High

Vineyard vacation rental companies are advising clients to consider lowering their weekly rates in response to a large number of vacancies this season.

Scallop Partnership Seeks Disease Answers

In a recent study, Vineyard bay scallops proved resilient to a parasite that decimated scallops off New York. Researchers say that gives hope for the future of the species.

The Road Ahead

I’m out for a walk along the bluffs overlooking Vineyard Sound / To shake off the grip of premonition, of ominous threat.

Dirt Matters

Dirt, mounds of dirt, vast expanses of dirt.

Saving South Beach

I have been lucky to have lived in beautiful Katama for over 35 years.

Davi Arrives

Hianca Salazar and Samuel Meireles Amancio, of Vineyard Haven, announce the birth of a son, Davi Salazar Meireles, born on April 24.

Merry Month

From the May 3, 1974 edition of the Vineyard Gazette by Polly Woollcott Murphy:

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