Chappaquiddick Town Column: August 19

One morning of 50 degrees last week got people talking about the fall.

Documenting Patterns

An estimated 2,800 birds were migrating over the Vineyard on the night of August 14, with a peak of 800 birds flying at dawn on August 15.

Perfectly Pleasant

Last Thursday's tiny amount of rain made us all in garden world so happy.

Peachy Keen

There is one simple rule in our house for summer guests that will ensure a repeat Vineyard invitation. 

Nantucket Sidelined Again Due to Engine Issue

The Steamship Authority's M/V Nantucket was back out of service on Wednesday and Thursday due to a nagging mechanical problem that first arose last weekend.

For Amor Towles, Characters Represent History

Amor Towles spoke on Sunday at the Performing Arts Center as part of Martha’s Vineyard Author Series. At the talk he described the history behind his novel The Lincoln Highway — and his approach to history when writing.

Camp Meeting Association Files Second Suit Over Tabernacle Regulation

The Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting Association has sued the town of Oak Bluffs for the second time this summer, seeking to reverse conditions imposed in the approval of a special permit for the construction of an auxiliary structure at the Camp Ground Tabernacle.

Blue Crabs Are Booming This Summer

A good crab year doesn’t have a negative impact on the great pond’s ecosystem - and this is definitely a good crab year.

Chilmark Library Trustees Discuss Dershowitz Request

The Chilmark library trustees opened the door to hosting lawyer and seasonal resident Alan Dershowitz as part of its author series next summer.

After the Fire, Owner Promises ‘Ocean View Reincarnated’

With the Ocean View Restaurant and Tavern now demolished following a fire this winter, plans are in motion to build a replacement.

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