Susan Backlinie Swam Into Film History as First Jaws Victim

Susan Backlinie, who played the doomed skinny dipper Chrissie Watkins in Jaws, died May 11 at 77. The movie was released in 1975 and Ms. Backlinie became an enduring screen icon as the shark's first victim.

Going to CAMP with ACE MV

Two artists, a nonprofit program director and a shipyard foreman all gathered ecently with a shared goal: to become better mentors.

State Housing Leader Plans Vineyard Visit

Housing secretary Ed Augustus will be on-Island on June 4, the last stop of his 12-municipality tour around Massachusetts as the state plans to create a five-year housing plan.

Spirit of the Vineyard Nominations

Vineyard Village at Home has put out a call for nominations for the annual Spirit of The Vineyard Award.

Vineyard Vines Expands Into Former Edgartown Art Gallery

North Water Gallery and Bryn Walker have both left the former Fligor's store building on North Water street, making way for Vineyard Vines and a Nantucket-based boutique.

Forever Creator Looks to the Vineyard for Inspiration

The Netflix adaptation of Judy Blume’s novel, Forever, began shooting on the Island Monday, with seasonal resident Mara Brock Akil producing and writing the eight-part series, and directing the Vineyard episode.

Island Time Dispensary Temporarily Closes, Raising Questions on Cannabis Access

The Cannabis Control Commission said last week it plans to hold a meeting on the Vineyard to talk about transportation issues and regulations that make it difficult to get medical and recreational marijuana to Islanders. 

Oak Bluffs Celebrates New Wastewater Work

Oak Bluffs broke ground Thursday on a new wastewater treatment facility aimed at cutting down the amount of nitrogen flowing into nearby Lagoon Pond. 

Agricultural Society Chooses Winning Fair Poster

The Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society has chosen a painting by Traeger di Pietro as the winning entry for this year's fair poster contest. The 162nd annual agricultural fair takes place August 15 to 18.

Mercury, Mars and Saturn

There are three visible planets in the early morning sky.

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