Saturday, April 19, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Grateful

Last weekend, a group of spirited tennis players from across the Island came together to help raise money to purchase tennis uniforms for the boys and girls high school tennis teams.

Hearty congratulations

Clearly the nation is opening a new chapter in providing health care for most all of its citizens.

Vineyard Haven is already busy

As a longtime seasonal resident (12 summers) I would like to express my strong disapproval of the proposed wine-and-beer licensing in Vineyard Haven.

A nation betrayed

It was another sad day for our nation when the Democratic Party passed the health bill over the objections of the people and without a proper consensus between the parties.

An honor

I am writing to thank you for your support of the Island Spelling Bee.

What really happened

Since Steve Myrick wrote an article last week, playing loose and free with comments on the salary of the Oak Bluffs town clerk ("Oak Bluffs voters face overrides, $24.

Tisbury selectman clarifies beer/wine question’s language

After last week's work session pertaining to the pending beer and wine vote in Tisbury, it is clear to me that there needs to be more clarity on the ballot question that will be before the town of Tisbury on April 27.

Raise too big for fire department

During a time where everyone is being asked to tighten their budgets, I find it interesting that the Oak Bluffs Fire Chief is asking for a $30,000 raise.

Mill Pond needs responsible stewardship

It took 10 years for the voters of West Tisbury to make up their collective mind about what to do with the historic town hall building, left to our care by previous generations.

Advice to job seekers – hang up

I own a retail store in Vineyard Haven and have noticed for some time that teenagers applying for jobs are commonly lacking basic job hunting skills.

Lessons

The MV Squirt C team won the league finals 1-0, against the Barnstable Thrashers, in an exciting finish.

Fun and educational day

Approximately 60 people attended the Oak Bluffs Public Library's 2nd annual Technology Fair on Saturday, March 20.

Don’t permit East Chop Beach Club moorings

I sent this letter to the Oak Bluffs selectmen.

Water quality

I find that Tisbury water is the best flavored water on the Island, and even on the other side.

What’s with the Mill Pond

To the Editor: On April 13, voters will be making many important decisions. One item, Article 31, on the Annual Town Warrant, deals with the future of the Mill Pond, a man-made pond created by...

Now, an assault on Vineyard Sound

The July 2 issue of The Times, on page 43, displayed a plan showing the coastline of the state of Massachusetts.