Sam Houghton
Island gears up for ‘Jaws’ 50th
Fifty-two-year-old Andrew McCann, decked out in a “Jaws” poster–inspired T shirt and matching baseball hat, has had a lifelong passion for the classic blockbuster...
Before lawmakers, Vineyard woman pleas for epinephrine access
A Vineyard woman whose husband died after being stung by a wasp during a golf charity event less than two years ago gave powerful...
Local clerk magistrate approved as court justice
Clerk-magistrate at Dukes County District Court Liza Williamson was unanimously approved to become an associate justice following a vote on Wednesday.
Members of the Massachusetts...
Local Meals on Wheels bracing for budget cuts
Coordinators for a popular food delivery program for elders on Martha’s Vineyard are preparing for possible funding cuts from the federal government that could...
Island faith leaders decry ICE detentions
Twenty faith leaders from across Martha’s Vineyard have signed a letter denouncing the actions of masked federal law enforcement officials who reportedly detained some...
Nominations live for Creative Living Award
The Martha’s Vineyard Community Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2025 Creative Living Award.
This award was established in 1983 to recognize outstanding members of...
Rodenbaugh family launches new nonprofit for Island playgrounds
The family of Frank Rodenbaugh, the 2-year-old Islander who died tragically in March, launched a fundraising campaign earlier this month to rebuild a playground...
Grey Barn to hit ‘pause’ after summer
The owners behind a staple in the Chilmark farming community and producer of famous cheeses, the Grey Barn, have announced that they will be...
Steamship starting renewable-fuel pilot program
Top Steamship Authority officials are enthusiastically backing a plan to start using alternative fuels to operate their vessels, which would cut down on the...
Environmental police investigating dead alligator found on Island
Updated, May 14
In a moment that will likely enter local wildlife lore, an Island resident stumbled upon the carcass of an American alligator lying...
Island community rallies around Rodenbaugh family
The family of Frank Rodenbaugh, the 2-year-old Islander who died tragically in March, launched a fundraising campaign late last week to rebuild a playground...
Minke whale found deceased on Chilmark beach
The Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) and federal marine researchers are investigating the cause of death of a minke whale that washed ashore...
Obamas’ former vacation rental hits market for $39 million
The Chilmark property that the Obama family stayed in for a number of summers is up for sale for nearly $40 million.
The Wall Street...
Attleboro principal selected to lead Edgartown School
The Edgartown School has a new principal selected for the next school year.
Superintendent of Vineyard schools Richie Smith announced that the school offered the...
A new generation of leadership in Edgartown
Ushering in a new era in Edgartown politics, Alex Morrison, a 42-year-old, lifelong resident who campaigned on giving voice to a new generation of...
For the love of Lobsterville
Dozens of friends, family, members of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) and volunteers gathered at Lobsterville Beach on a rainy and windy...
Legislation would require motorcycle license for mopeds
The Vineyard’s State House representative has filed legislation that would require a motorcycle license to drive a moped anywhere in Massachusetts, which could end...
Island towns among first accepting ‘seasonal communities’ designation
Oak Bluffs, West Tisbury, and Edgartown are among the first towns in Massachusetts to approve a new “seasonal communities” designation, which will open new...
Mill Pond preservation group rejected in West Tisbury
Updated, April 10
West Tisbury lumbered through a 64-article warrant on Tuesday night, rejecting a number of proposals, including the creation of a new committee...
Voters to mull gas-powered blower ban
Starting next week, voters will be asked to impose limitations on one of the largest industries on the Vineyard, when town meeting attendees across...