Joe Sollitto Holds Court in Gazette Newsroom

For 42 years, Dukes County clerk of courts Joseph E. Sollitto Jr. has called the Edgartown superior courthouse to order.

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MVC Continues Hearing on Verizon Tower

A public hearing on a plan by Verizon to extend the height of a communication tower continues on Dec. 6.

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Dragging for Gold, Bay Scallopers Navigate Seasonal Ebb and Flow

It’s November, and that means bay scallop season has arrived on the Vineyard. But by most accounts, it will be an average to poor year for scalloping, both up Island and down.

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Hearing on Historic House Demolition Is Postponed

A public hearing before the Martha’s Vineyard Commission on a plan to demolish a historic hilltop house on Chappaquiddick has been postponed.

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Whether By Sleigh Or Motorcycle, It's All About the Kids

Santa Claus is known for riding a sleigh throughout most of world. On Martha’s Vineyard, he rides a Harley and his name is Mike (Panhead) Fuss.

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Permanent Endowment Awards $150,000 in Community Grants

A new cello teacher for Island children and extra support for the homeless will be possible thanks to grants from the Permanent Endowment.

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Edgartown Election Maestro Tallies Up Her Last Ballot

Edgartown town clerk Wanda Williams will retire on Nov. 30 after 31 years on the job, making the 2018 midterm election her final one.

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Faster Than a Vineyard Speed Limit

The Vineyard waters proved their worth recently as a speed sailing destination while hosting the North American Speed Sailing Invitational. Rob Douglas won 12 of the 14 races, and set a world record.

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Sadness and Healing at Standing Room Only Shabbat Service

Vineyarders of all cultures and creeds came together at the Hebrew Center Friday evening to grieve with and show their support for the Island’s Jewish community.

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Nine Run for Nine Seats on Martha's Vineyard Commission

There are no contested seats this year on the MVC, with nine incumbents running for nine seats. Founded in 1974, the commission is a unique regional planning agency.

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