Stay Informed

The proposal to develop 81 South Water Street, the site of Governor Mayhew's 17th century homestead, is still being discussed during hearings at the Edgartown historic district commission.

Take a Quiet Pause

Yesterday, as the interminable roar of a leaf blower shattered another peaceful morning, I happened to run across this passage by Rachel Peden in A Farmwife's Almanac of Country Living, 1961:

Outstanding Efforts

The plane that crash landed this past Saturday at the Martha's Vineyard Airport brought into sharp focus what a great group of professionals staff the airport.

New Disease Takes Its Toll on Island Beech Trees

Beech leaf disease has made its way to the Island and its devastation to the Vineyard's abundant beech tree population is starting to show.

Tea Time

At her fascinating studio in Edgartown, Miss Enid Yandell entertained more than 80 guests at tea Saturday afternoon.

From Inventor to Hotel Owner

Bernard Chiu, investor, inventor and owner of the Harbor View Hotel, has spent many nights dreaming about dehumidifier technology.

Spend the Day Celebrating Diversity

This year's Truth & Joy celebration takes place Saturday, July 22 at the Tabernacle in Oak Bluffs from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Farm and Field: Pasture, Disturbed

When you read the word "pasture," the image that likely comes to mind is of undulating green hills, or maybe a flat green field.

Mind Your Mushrooms: Expert Mycologist Leads the Way

Melany Kahn feels that mushroom foraging, or simply mushrooming, is best taught on the scene with an experienced mycologist.

Creating a Third Act to Save the Planet

On Sunday, Bill McKibben stood at the pulpit of the First Congregational Church of West Tisbury and preached about hope and resilience in the face of the climate crisis. He urged the audience to take action and reject any beliefs that the Earth is beyond saving.

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