High School Analyzes Improved MCAS Scores; ELL Population Grows

Island high school students have effectively bounced back from pandemic-era educational challenges with improved MCAS scores, as the English Language Learner program grows.

Christmas in Edgartown Is a Go

The Edgartown select board members approved a Santa-sized list of permits at their meeting on Monday, preparing for the Christmas in Edgartown weekend scheduled for Dec. 8 to Dec. 11.

Island Housing Trust Cuts the Ribbon on Kuehn's Way

A 20-unit affordable housing development in Vineyard Haven that includes nine acres of protected conservation land is now complete, providing housing security for about 50 Islanders.

As Tisbury School Move Nears, Town Leaders Juggle Logistics

Thanksgiving break will start two days early at the Tisbury School, where an $82 million renovation and addition project is about to ramp up.

Dancing With Confectionery Delight at the Barn Raisers Ball

The dessert table at the Barn Raisers Ball might well be the premier non-savory potluck venue of the Martha's Vineyard off-season.

Island Sees Brisk Voter Turnout as Mid-Term Elections Galvanize Country

Turnout was brisk all day at polling places around the Island as Martha’s Vineyard voters joined Americans across the country by casting ballots in the closely-watched 2022 midterm elections. Polls are open until 8 p.m. tonight.

Voting Locations By Town

In-person voting is open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. in all six Island towns Tuesday, Nov. 8. Polling locations are included below.

Rural Scholars Find Gaps in Services for Homebound Seniors

Better communication, more collaboration and new training programs are all needed to improve services for elderly Islanders who are homebound, a new report from the Rural Scholars has found.

Martha’s Vineyard Center for Education and Training Awarded Nonprofit of the Year

MV Center for Education and Training (MVCET) has been awarded the Nonprofit of the Year 2022 Award for outstanding businesses by SCORE Cape Cod & the Islands.

Vineyard Skaters Earn Medals

Vineyard skaters earned their stripes — and medals — at the Vineyard Open Figure Skating Competition at the MV Arena on Saturday, Nov. 5.

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