Pandemic Hits Vineyard Business Community Hard, Survey Finds

A survey of nearly 200 year-round and seasonal business owners on the Island found the Covid-19 outbreak has hit the Vineyard business community hard.

Free Real Estate Yearbook Hits Newsstands

The ninth annual Martha’s Vineyard Real Estate Yearbook, which provides a comprehensive look at the past year in Island real estate sales, is now available.

Best of the Vineyard Winners Roll Out Starting Next Week

In lieu of its Best of the Vineyard Awards party, which was cancelled due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis, Martha’s Vineyard Magazine will announce the winners in a series of online events.

Chilmark Annual Town Election Is Wednesday

Chilmark voters go the polls today to take action on two school spending questions and re-elect a selectman. Polls opened at noon and will close at 6 p.m. at the Chilmark Community Center.

Hospital Aims to Recoup Steep Financial Losses

As key coronavirus public health metrics continue to decline, the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital has entered the second phase of its reopening plan.

New Coronavirus Testing Center Broadens Its Reach

No new cases of coronavirus were reported Tuesday, marking the ninth day in a row without a confirmed positive on the Island even as testing capacity continues to expand.

Diversity Coalition Sees Opportunity for Action

Galvanized by a worldwide focus on racial inequity, the Martha’s Vineyard Diversity Coalition reached out to community leaders via Zoom Monday afternoon.

Ag Fair Plans Virtual Events in August

The 159th Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society Livestock Show and Fair will be held virtually, on a date to be announced, society leaders announced Monday.

Amended School Budgets Are Certified

The regional high school and all-Island school committees voted last week to certify amended budgets for the coming fiscal year.

Vineyard Summer Camps See Widespread Cancellations

The Boys & Girls Club and YMCA both plan to open summer camps next month, with strict safety protocols. But most other Island camps will cancel this year.

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