News Briefs
Kayaker Rescued in Oak Bluffs
May 17, 2024
A kayaker is being treated at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital after he was pulled from the waters near little bridge in Oak Bluffs and given CPR by a bystander and the town’s shellfish constable.
West Tisbury Creates Short-Term Rental Committee
May 17, 2024
The short-term rental committee was created after town meeting last month passed limits on vacation rentals. The town is the first on the Island to create a bylaw on the controversial properties.
Rolling With the Locals
May 16, 2024
Abbie Bender and Danielle Mulcahy are producing a variety show called Locals on May 17 and 18 at the Grange Hall in West Tisbury.
MVC Hosts Climate Action Fair
May 16, 2024
The Martha’s Vineyard Commission hosts its annual Climate Action Fair on Sunday, May 19 at the Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury from noon to 4 p.m.
Environmental Film Festival Opens Thursday
May 16, 2024
The Martha’s Vineyard Film Society opens its annual environmental film festival on May 23.
Oak Bluffs to Honor Dennis daRosa
May 14, 2024
The Oak Bluffs Association will honor the memory of Dennis daRosa on May 26 with a plaque to be unveiled at the information booth at the foot of Circuit avenue in Oak Bluffs.
Spirit of the Vineyard Nominations
May 13, 2024
Vineyard Village at Home has put out a call for nominations for the annual Spirit of The Vineyard Award.
Felix Neck Birdathon
May 9, 2024
Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary will host an accessible birding program on Saturday, May 11 from 9 to 10 a.m.
Recent Real Estate Transactions: Week Ending May 10
May 9, 2024
David A. Croteau and Mary Ellen Croteau purchased 62 South Water street in Edgartown from Dangel Edward III and Bonni J. Widdoes for $4,500,000 on May 3.
Court Report: Week Ending May 10
May 9, 2024
Jozinei Ferreira, 30, of Edgartown, was arraigned on an April 29 charge in Edgartown of assault and battery.
Community Foundation Awards $365,000 in Scholarships
May 8, 2024
This year’s total was the largest amount of scholarships awarded by the organization.
High School View Wins Top Award
May 8, 2024
The High School View took home numerous awards at the recent New England Scholastic Press Association ceremony, including the All-New England title for class III newspaper.