From the South

In a much appreciated sign of the coming spring, red-winged blackbirds have returned. Randy Rynd was the first to report singing red-wings near her Oak Bluffs home on Feb. 22, and since then there have been more arrivals.

Sing a Song

Fall River native and songsmith Joe Raposa brought joy to millions.

Garlic Abounds

Last week’s warmer weather lit a fire under me, finally. Violet and I got out in the yard for some much-needed pruning and raking.

Welcome Stephen

Skye Dixon and Mathieu Dixon, of West Tisbury, announce the birth of a son, Stephen Saint Aubyn Dixon, born on March 2.

Hello Sienna

Michelle Suzanne O’Donnell and James Michael O’Donnell, of West Tisbury, announce the birth of a daughter, Sienna Robin O’Donnell.

Chilmark Town Column: March 7

March is here and our shoes are laced up for what’s typically the month where a meteorological smorgasbord is served.

Chappy Town Column: March 7

Lately I’m reminded daily of the saying about folks forgetting their history and having to live through it again. I Googled it.

Vineyard Haven Town Column: March 7

Yay, the school buses are back. I hope all our kids and teachers had a great week off.

Edgartown Town Column: March 7

The days are getting longer and they will be even longer next week as we turn the clocks ahead this weekend, March 9.

West Tisbury Town Column: March 7

Everybody loves nature, right? That is why many of us live here.

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