2018

The Dukes County commission voted Thursday to reopen the application process for the three open seats on the airport commission.

2017

Dukes County has taken in more than $1 million from Cape and Islands license plates. But the county has spent less than half that on economic development and tourism, as required by law.

A $1.9 million county budget for the coming fiscal year will include a modest expenditure to battle substance abuse disorders on the Vineyard.

Prodded by a superior court judge, the Dukes County commission this week approved funds to restore wheelchair access to the courthouse.

2016

A county resolution setting $15 minimum wage for contractors complicates an agreement with The Trustees of Reservations to manage Norton Point Beach.

Escalating concern about the heroin epidemic, and how the Island is dealing with support for addicts and their families, was discussed.

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