Tisbury School Tops Town Warrant

The $46.6 million proposal to build a new school is by far the most anticipated item at the Tisbury annual town meeting next week. Voters will also consider the future of the Tisbury town hall.

West Tisbury Faces First Override in 14 Years

With an override looming for the first time in 14 years, voters in West Tisbury will likely have one eye on the issues of the day and another on their wallets when the annual town meeting convenes next week.

Oak Bluffs Tackles Moped Ban, Spending, and Beach Rules

A moped ban, a $30.3 million budget, new rules on parks and beach use and a hefty list of capital improvements are all set to come before Oak Bluffs voters at their annual town meeting this year.

Experience Vs. New Direction in Edgartown Selectman's Race

An incumbent running on his 24-year record of service to the town will face off against a political newcomer promising change in a two-way selectmen race at next week’s Edgartown election.

Edgartown Voters to Wrestle with Large Budget Overrides

A growing budget, a lengthy agenda featuring nearly $6 million in budget overrides and the end of an era await Edgartown voters when they gather next week for special and annual town meetings.

Two Seats, Three Candidates in Oak Bluffs Selectmen's Race

Three candidates are running for two open seats on the Oak Bluffs board of selectmen this year, each with a distinct vision for what they hope to accomplish in the coming three-year term.

Ferry Service Gets Back to Normal

The ferry Island Home made her way down Vineyard Sound from Fairhaven and into the Vineyard Haven harbor Thursday afternoon, signaling a possible return to normalcy for the Steamship Authority.

Don't Tamper With Town Water; Fluoride Is Risky Business

I am writing in response to the recent Edgartown board of health’s move to add fluoride to our municipal water supply.

Fluoride Is a Proven Health Commodity

On April 12, the voters of Edgar town will decide whether to follow the advice of the town board of health on a very important issue.

With Finances, Future Is the True Arbiter

This year’s West Tisbury warrant seeks your approval of $19.8 million in appropriations.

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