Striper Season Comes to a Close

The commercial striped bass fishing season has ended early in Massachusetts, after the state Division of Marine Fisheries projected the annual quota for the fish was reached last week.

Illumination Night Lights the Way in Oak Bluffs

Both newcomers and longtime attendees reveled in Illumination Night Wednesday. The annual tradition dates back more than 150 years when the event was first held to welcome the governor of Massachusetts to the Island.

Historic Chip Chop Home Goes on the Market for $24 Million

Chip Chop, the richly storied waterfront estate built by stage actress Katharine Cornell that has graced the entrance to Lake Tashmoo in Vineyard Haven for nearly 80 years, goes up for sale today.

Cyanobacteria Bloom Found in Squibnocket Pond

A cyanobacteria bloom in Squibnocket Pond has rendered its waters unsafe for both humans and animals, according to an advisory made by the Chilmark board of health.

From Sculpture to Painting, Ashley Medowski's Art Brings Joy

Whether gazing at Menemsha fishing shacks or standing outside of her Lambert’s Cove gallery, Ashley Medowski’s artistic inspiration comes from the peace she finds up-Island.

Please Adopt Us

We are ecstatic to report that hound dog Teddy's adoption has been finalized.

Land Bank Revenues

The Martha's Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $93,082.65 for the business week ending on Friday, August 11, 2023.

Recent Real Estate Transaction: Week Ending August 11

DLHO LLC purchased 31 Cross Rip Lane in Chilmark from Elizabeth Bennet LLC for $995,000 on August 9.

Grab Your Binoculars

Alright, let's go! Grab your binoculars.

Reliable Rain

I admit that my memory is becoming a bit faulty but I cannot recall ever getting reliable rain in the month of August.

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