Elaine Weintraub
Parade returns to Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day
The small town of Ballina in County Mayo, Ireland, erupted with joy on March 17, celebrating the first parade honoring Ireland’s patron, St. Patrick,...
Dispatch: County Mayo, Ireland
From time to time, The Times will feature dispatches from Islanders around the globe. This week, Elaine Cawley Weintraub writes from County Mayo, Ireland....
Heritage Trail is long, winding, and unfinished
What began as a hopeful promise to a small boy many years ago has grown beyond both his and our wildest dreams. Those long-ago...
Small Irish town celebrates Joe Biden
American flags are flying all over the picturesque little town of Ballina, which is nestled on the banks of the River Moy in County...
I am an immigrant
I have a story to tell. I am an immigrant. I am many other things too, but that is one of my identities. I...
Bedside Table: Elaine Weintraub
Reading in bed is one of the most enjoyable ways to spend time. The pile of books beside my bed represents peace, tranquility and...
Exploring the African American Heritage Trail
The eighth grade class of the West Tisbury School spent an entire school day creating their own personal answers to the questions: What is...
Holocaust survivor speaks at West Tisbury School
Sami Steigmann, Holocaust survivor and motivational speaker, had a busy time last week. On Thursday, he spoke to both the seventh and eighth grade...
African American Heritage Trail dedicates site
The African American Heritage Trail of Martha’s Vineyard has 26 sites honoring the diverse achievements of people of color. On Friday, Nov. 24, they...