MVC Conducts Speedy Review of Stone Bank Development

Developer Sam Dunn wants to turn the historic stone bank property in downtown Vineyard Haven into a mixed-use condominium and commercial development.

Tribe Petitions Federal Court to Re-Hear Appeal

Attorneys for the Wampanoag tribe have asked U.S. Court of Appeals to re-hear their appeal in the legal dispute with the town of Aquinnah over building permits for the planned bingo hall.

Moonless Weekend

The best of starry night skies takes place this weekend.

State Forest Trail Clearing Was Marked by Lack of Oversight

A long trail of good intentions that began with a once-promising partnership between the state and Sheriff’s Meadow ended with an announcement that 25 miles of unpermitted trails would be closed.

Tisbury School Overhaul Heads Back to Voters for a Second Time

A nearly 10-year effort to significantly overhaul the Island’s oldest town school is headed back to voters in Tisbury, where in June they will be asked to approve a $55 million bond measure.

Police Investigate Well Contamination at Housing Development

Two wells at the site of a planned 20-unit rental development in Tisbury were purposely contaminated with motor oil, Philippe Jordi, executive director of the Island Housing Trust said Thursday.

Hello Oscar

Becca and Nick Wilbur, of Chilmark, announce the birth of a son, Oscar Brent Wilbur, born on March 3 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.

Athena Arrives

Ellise and Christian Flanders, of West Tisbury, announce the birth of a daughter, Athena Leeanne Flanders, born on March 5 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.

Hello Jennifer

Ivonete Rodrigues, of Edgartown, announces the birth of a daughter, Jennifer Rodrigues Sousa, born on March 4 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.

Recent Real Estate Transactions: Week Ending March 5

Scott C. Nicol and Sarah Caledonia purchased 16 Witchwood Lane in Edgartown from Andrea Dubroff and Dubroff Family LP for $3,300,000 on March 5.

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