Chilmark Town Column: July 8

There are a wide range of links to open when you Google "lobster queen."

Chappaquiddick Town Column: July 8

On Tuesday, July 19 at 6 pm, the Chappaquiddick Community Center will hold its Fund the Future Auction.

No Complaints

The weather is getting hot as I write this on July 4.

Going Nowhere

It doesn't need to be raining here on the Vineyard for the traffic to get downright laughable.

Fighting Fleas

Fleas are not fun, unless they are of the circus-performing variety. 

Trustees Unveil Draft Management Plan for Chappaquiddick

Altered routes for over-sand vehicles and restrictive new dog policies are among changes in the offing for Chappaquiddick beaches owned and managed by the Trustees of Reservations.

Holiday Weekend Kept Police Busy, But No Major Incidents

Arrests for drunk driving and minor traffic accidents occupied Island police over the July Fourth weekend.

Patriotism on Display in Sparkling Return of July 4 Parade

The Edgartown Fourth of July parade roared back Monday after a two-year hiatus, with Island institutions turning out in the historic Vineyard tradition.

Peter Boak Bids Farewell in Exuberant Tabernacle Concert

Marking 25 years of crowd-pleasing performances, the Community Chorus show was also Peter Boak’s final concert as director. After announcing his retirement in 2020, Mr. Boak postponed his departure due to Covid restrictions.

Bridge Column: Week of July 8

Duplicate bridge has returned to the Vineyard after a two-year absence owing to Covid. Games are now scheduled through Labor Day for Thursdays at 1:15 p.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m., both in the Vineyard Haven Senior Center. Please check the attached box for reservation requirements.

We began the season on June 30,with six tables ably directed by Eric Stricoff. As is the case in every bridge game, there was much to talk about in the play.
On Board 24 West was dealing, with no one vulnerable:

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