William J. Tester and Linda M. Morante purchased 16 Log Cabin Road in West Tisbury from Matthew E. Epstein and Deborah L. Hiatt for $765,000 on Dec. 11.

Steve V. Purcell sold Larry’s Tackle Shop to Peter and Melissa Sliwkowski of Chappaquiddick. Mr. Purcell has owned the store since 2008, but worked there for nearly two decades before that.

Lindsay Trance and Michael Trance of Edgartown announce the birth of a son, Ilija Talon Trance, born on Dec. 9 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.

Diana Braillard and Andrew Braillard of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a son, Cooper George Braillard, born on Dec. 11 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.

Vineyard Village at Home models an innovative concept for seniors begun on Beacon Hill. The program provides services at home through a virtual village of volunteers.

Sunday was the last day for Beadniks, the popular Vineyard Haven store that has been in operation for 24 years. Owner Sally Roesler will focus on her wholesale business in Virginia Beach, Va., and online.

Conrad Shipyard will build the ferry in Morgan City, La. The steel ferry, which has already been named Woods Hole, is being called a super freight boat, with a capacity for 384 people and 55 vehicles.

The tapas-style restaurant and bar opened two weeks ago at 11 North Water street with a changed interior but familiar owners. Siblings Nell, Will and Geoghan Coogan also own the Wharf Pub just around the corner.

The outer harbor was dressed in holiday style Friday as Christmas in Edgartown festivities got underway with the annual lighthouse lighting. Christmas lights are just one of many signs of the season.

West Tisbury fire and police personnel banded together Friday morning to rescue a horse named Max from a swimming pool. Sgt. Jeffrey (Skipper) Manter played a key role in leading the horse to safety.