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Martha’s Vineyard boys run to victory in Vineyard Invitational
The Vineyard boys were in top form against 11 schools. The varsity took 1st place overall, and the junior varsity placed seven runners in the top 20.
Fall is a great time to improve the lawn
Prepare now to have a successful lawn next spring.
Democratic voters in 9th District choose Keating, Sheldon
Fewer than 20 percent of the Island's registered voters voted Thursday.
Middle Road in West Tisbury closed for paving Monday and Tuesday
West Tisbury town administrator Jen Rand said the closing would begin at 7 am and end at 5 pm each day.
Second Vineyard Warrior Triathlon is Sunday
The second annual Vineyard Warrior Triathlon starts in Oak Bluffs on Sunday, September 9, at 6:45 am.
Police investigate drug theft from ambulance, paramedic resigns
An Oak Bluffs paramedic is under investigation after admitting he tampered with narcotics while on duty for the Edgartown ambulance department.
Wampanoag environmental testing lab searches for new director
Longtime director Kendra Newick will move on leaving a gap that has yet to be filled.
Police scoop up late night ice cream thieves at ArtCliff Diner
Police followed a trail of melted vanilla ice cream to the window where the ice cream besotted thieves gained access to the popular restaurant.
Chilmark selectmen sign off on dock rebuilding project
Selectmen started the meeting with an update on Phase III of the project to rebuild the town dock that was destroyed in the Menemsha fire in 2010.
New York socialite nabbed for high end shoplifting
Not your standard issue shoplifter, a New York woman in high finance steals clothes and jewelry from stores in Menemsha and Tisbury.
For Islanders, it is Derby time
The annual Martha's Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby begins Sunday. Time is now measured in tides.
Martha’s Vineyard schools welcome the 2012-2013 school year
School administrators anticipate a successful year ahead as Island students head back to their classrooms.
Martha’s Vineyard school superintendent highlights changes
Administrative changes, new teachers and support staff, and a state-mandated professional educator evaluation system are in store.
Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School adds two new programs
Another of the new initiatives the school put in place for the upcoming year is an Educator Evaluation system.
Oak Bluffs School head describes significant staff changes
Several teachers will change grade levels and take on new assignments to enhance consistency and unity of direction in classroom instruction.
Edgartown School invites more parent involvement
The Edgartown School opens its doors for the 2012-2013 school year on September 6 to 355 students.
West Tisbury School opens with new kitchen and meal program
Small class sizes plus active, project-based learning with interdisciplinary support are the hallmarks of West Tisbury School.
Tisbury School embarks on building needs study
In addition to building and improving students' academic skills, the Tisbury School also maintains an emphasis on educating the whole child.
Chilmark School maintains multi-age classrooms and traditions
Chilmark School will start the year with 62 students, up from 52 last year.
Martha’s Vineyard Charter School will launch a new math program
The Martha's Vineyard Public Charter School is entering its 17th year providing a public school option for Island students and families.