The vibrant hub of summer-time nightlife, Oak Bluffs is punctuated by its unique gingerbread houses and its rich history of African-American heritage.
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Savoring the moment through Della Hardman Day
Beneath a white tent in Ocean Park on Saturday, stories of artist, educator, and activist Della Hardman filled the air. It was the 21st annual celebration of Hardman’s life, and…
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…
That’s just the way Bruce Hornsby is
Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers brought a full crowd to their feet at the Tabernacle in Oak Bluffs with a range of classic hit songs, like “That’s Just The Way It Is” and new, experimental tracks off of their new album, “Indigo Park,” which was released this June. The concert, on Tuesday, August 4, was…
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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- Tuesday, August 11, 4:30 pm: Oak Bluffs Select Board mtg.
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