Chappy Town Column: April 24

Thanks to all Chappy Ferry users who were able and willing to co-operate with the two-week temporary change to the ferry schedule.

Aquinnah Town Column: April 24

There is still a little chill in the air, especially at night when the temperature dips to the 30s in Aquinnah.

Chilmark Town Column: April 24

Before the sun set I needed to get a quick walk in.

Coronavirus Cases Climb to 16 on Island, While State Figures Soar

The Martha’s Vineyard Hospital reported one new confirmed coronavirus case Thursday morning, bringing the total number of confirmed cases on the Vineyard to 16. The state reported the most new cases yet.

Chilmark Adopts Immediate Budget Freeze

Expecting a significant revenue shortfall, Chilmark selectmen unanimously voted Wednesday to institute a budget freeze of all non-essential spending for the remainder of the fiscal year.

Five Corners Protest Puts Spotlight on Unemployment

A small group of protesters gathered at Five Corners in Vineyard Haven Wednesday to speak out against state and local pandemic restrictions that have temporarily put them and others out of work.

Cuttyhunk, Menemsha Harbors Delay Opening As Boating Season Looms

With shipyards prohibited under the state stay-at-home order from launching boats, at least two harbors have delayed opening for the upcoming boating season.

Hospital Reports No New Cases of Covid-19; Aquinnah Announces its First Case

Cases of Covid-19 confirmed by Martha’s Vineyard Hospital held steady at 15 on the Island Wednesday. Health officials from tiny Aquinnah separately reported that it had its first case.

Back-to-Work Phase One Begins Monday

Following a monthlong moratorium on construction and other trades, one and two-person crews will be allowed back to work Monday under strict new guidelines.

MV Marathon Postponed

The annual Martha’s Vineyard Marathon has been postponed to Sept. 26 due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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