Island first graders honored at State House
Theodora Houghton and Willow Keating did something that would intimidate most adults: speaking at the Massachusetts State House.
The West Tisbury School first graders were honored in the Senate Document Room of the State House...
The Orca returns to Amity Island
Many likely remember the tragic sinking of the fishing boat in the 1975 classic blockbuster “Jaws.” And although the original vessel was destroyed by a 25-foot shark, a striking replica returned to the Island...
Steamship Authority advances replacing reservation system
After an exhaustive, months-long process, the Steamship Authority has chosen a company to revamp its outdated reservation system and are hopeful a new system could be in place by next spring.
On Tuesday, the Steamship...
First turtle stranding across region reported on Island
The first turtle stranding reported across the Cape and Islands this year occurred in Aquinnah on Saturday, the second year in a row that the Vineyard reported the first stranded turtle in the region.
The...
Veterans housing project awarded $2.1 million
Over $2 million has been awarded to a 12-bedroom veterans affordable housing project poised to be completed in Oak Bluffs by the end of 2026.
State officials announced on Monday $40 million in funding to...
Rain or shine: Island Pride Parade marches on
Despite the rain this weekend, the Island came alive with a variety of events geared towards acknowledging and uplifting the LGBTQ+ community. And that was not more vividly on display for the Fourth annual...
‘No Kings:’ Islanders join protests nationwide
Despite the rain, Islanders showed up in force in Vineyard Haven and Aquinnah on Saturday to join protests across the country in one message: “No Kings” for the United States of America.
At Five Corners,...
DA investigating death at Island hotel
A 40-year-old man was reportedly found dead at the Edgar Hotel Friday, prompting an investigation by the Cape and Islands District Attorney’s office.
D.A. Robert J. Gilibois confirmed to the Times Friday evening that a...
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 testimony in front of state lawmakers this week, advocating for...
Island vibes are strong at Taste of the Vineyard
A good indication that summer is near is a line wrapped around the Old Whaling Church, with attendees in a mixture of floral dresses and sharp-looking suits, all of whom are anxious to enter...
A fantastic walk of shame
When 26-year-old Devon Metters suggested that this year’s fantasy football league punishment should be loser walks across the Island — from the Aquinnah Cliffs to the Chappy Ferry to be precise — he was...
Federal funding cuts reach Vineyard libraries
In the wake of cuts under the Trump administration, libraries on Martha’s Vineyard are feeling the hit of a statewide, indefinite suspension of databases that students and professionals have relied on.
Due to federal funding...
Gannon and Benjamin set sail on a new voyage
Updated June 13th.
Two old friends, Ross Gannon and Nat Benjamin, sat side by side on a weathered bench against their shingled, well-worn boatbuilding workshop on Beach Road in Vineyard Haven on a recent Friday,...
Girls tennis headed to state championship, boys fall in semis
The Martha’s Vineyard Regional High Schools girls tennis team is headed to the state finals.
The girls defeated a tough St. John Paul II High School Lions team on Wednesday, 3 - 2, to punch...
Ebba Hierta to retire as Chilmark library director
After nearly two decades of leading Chilmark Free Public Library, Ebba Hierta will be retiring as the up-town library’s director.
According to a Wednesday press release from the library, Hierta will be retiring on July...
State reduces initial phase of forest cutting plan
The state Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) has filed an official forest cutting plan to begin removing white pine plantations in the Manuel F. Correllus State Forest that could begin at the end...
Infant, toddler care severely lacking on Island
There is a significant lack of childcare on Martha’s Vineyard for toddlers and infants that is leaving many families scrambling for accommodation. And even when there is space, costs can be a significant burden.
With...
Gov. Healey praises Navigator Home project during Island visit
Gov. Maura Healey visited the Vineyard on Monday, and highlighted local efforts to bring housing for healthcare workers and nursing home residents to the Island.
During the governor’s afternoon trip, Martha’s Vineyard Hospital leadership also...
No Kings Rally planned for Five Corners
On Saturday June 14 at 11 am, local activists are holding a “No Kings Rally” at Five Corners as part of a wider movement across the country.
The local event is co-organized by Indivisible Martha’s...
Island Charter school celebrates two graduates
Beneath a white tent draped with colorful fabrics, cheers and applause erupted from the crowd gathered outside of the Martha’s Vineyard Public Charter School (MVPCS) as graduates Morgan Caruso and Quinn Floyd proceeded to...