An annual tradition in Menemsha, the blessing of the fleet has its roots in the Catholic tradition, first begun in coastal communities in southern Europe.

This summer Chris Fischer is back in Chilmark with a long-term plan for a spot in Menemsha. It’s called Beetlebung Farm Market, and he plans to open it in mid-June.

On their semi-annual walkabout last week, Chilmark selectmen were joined by other town officials for a close review of docks, pilings, buildings and signs in Menemsha.

After five years away, Kevin and Liz Oliver are returning to run the Menemsha Market with their four kids in tow. The Olivers ran the market for 16 seasons, and Liz's family managed it for 32 seasons.

The fishing cages, nets and other gear that lie scattered around Menemsha may soon have a place of their own behind the Chilmark landfill.

After a year away, the Swordfish Harpooner will soon be presiding over Menemsha Harbor once again.

Chilmark voters Monday breezed through a special town meeting warrant, approving funding for projects in and around Menemsha and enhanced radio transmission for public safety officers.

A young girl suffered minor injuries and a dog was rescued after an unoccupied Volkswagen Golf rolled into Menemsha Creek on Saturday morning, police said.

Commissioned for Chilmark’s tricentennial in 1994, the Swordfish Harpooner created by Jay Lagemann is an homage to the fishing industry.

The new Coast Guard boathouse, designed to withstand fires and 100-year floods, is up and expected to be done by December. Two stone jetties are set to be replaced by the Army Corps of Engineers this winter. Selectmen toured Menemsha this week to see the work firsthand.