Gift Giving

If you think the gift-giving season is over, think again.

Winter Survival

We were lucky that we did not get battered by the Christmas storm!

High Winds and Tides Cause Breach at Norton Point

For the first time in more than a decade, a breach at Norton Point beach has officially made Chappaquiddick an island once more.

Edgartown Plans for Norton Point Takeover

Edgartown plans to keep over-sand vehicle permit pricing the same as the town begins the planning process for its takeover of Norton Point Beach management.

High School Tightens Fiscal Year 2024 Budget

Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School administrators have made further adjustments to the school’s operating budget for fiscal year 2024, arriving at a slim 2.11 per cent increase.

Vineyard Actress Helps Bear Witness Through New Film

Vineyard-raised actor Sofia Masson had a cinematic homecoming last week, hosting an advanced screening of her new film Every Day at the Martha’s Vineyard Film Center.

Surprise Winter Wonderland Blankets the Vineyard

Vineyarders woke up to a surprise winter wonderland Saturday morning, as more than six inches of snow blanketed the Island just in time for Christmas.

Airport Wastewater Project Receives Loan Forgiveness Grant

A plan to upgrade the Martha’s Vineyard Airport’s wastewater facility got a financial boost this week, after the state treasurer’s office announced $822,867 in loan forgiveness for the project.

No Camping at Former Webb's Campground

Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank commissioners decided not to allow camping its conservation land at a meeting this week, determining the risks of allowing such activity outweighed potential benefits.

Christmas Stars

If you are looking for a Christmas star, you will not be disappointed. There are at least two planets low in the western sky this coming week, masquerading as stars. The brightest Venus is underneath the planet Mercury. They set early in the evening, set in the twilight.

The two planets are tough to spot so timing and a clear western horizon are essential.

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