Chilmark Town Column: July 10

Just a few short days after completing a century of life, Betty Eddy’s son, Bill, shared with me that she had completed her walk on earth.

Liquid Gold

It begins to appear as if Tashmoo water will be the ultimate means of making Martha’s Vineyard as well known as Saratoga Springs.

Aquinnah Town Column: July 10

Still great beach days in Aquinnah, despite a few hours of fog.

Soft Weather

Every so often a man walks along State Road with a cow.

Community Services Names New CEO

Martha’s Vineyard Community Services announced Wednesday that Dr. Elizabeth Folcarelli has been selected as its new chief executive officer.

At the Bridge Table: July 10

It would be nice if we always located the ever-desirable, eight-card “magic” trump fit with partner. Unfortunately, eight-card fits don’t appear in every deal.  There will be times when we settle for less: either a 5-2 or 4-3 fit. As the auction proceeds, responder may face a choice between them. Which is better?

Joe Sollitto Joins Island Law Firm

Former Dukes County superior court clerk Joe Sollitto has joined the firm of Brush, Flanders & Moriarty, LLC.

Boys and Girls Club Reopens With Precautions and Excitement

The Martha’s Vineyard Boys and Girls Club opened its doors again on Monday after being closed for nearly 114 days due to the pandemic.

Chappy Town Column: July 10

Two weeks ago, Chappaquiddick suddenly, unexpectedly and sadly lost one of our longtime year-round residents.

Out of the Wood Work

“Are they really roaches?” she asked. Yes, I said, but not the bad kind.

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