The native land of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head, Aquinnah has a landmark lighthouse set on clay cliffs that offers a panoramic view and beautiful sunsets.
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Shelter for indigenous women unanimously approved by MVC
Updated August 7. A proposed shelter for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, called Aquinnah Headwaters, was unanimously approved by the Martha’s Vineyard Commission (MVC) on Thursday night with…
Housing bank fails to pass in state legislature
Updated August 7. As housing prices soar and more Islanders find it difficult to secure stable accommodation than ever, the legislation to create a funding source for initiatives like rent assistance and adapting existing housing into affordable units has failed to pass at the state level. Legislation for the local option to institute a real-estate…
A strain on public safety
Updated August 7. A series of serious emergencies have strained the Martha’s Vineyard community this summer, and understaffed departments of first responders across the Island are raising concerns about public safety. Many local chiefs are saying the severity and complexity of the calls have increased, even though the total volume of calls, according to data…
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