News Briefs
Chamber of Commerce Seeks Islander for Top Job
March 26, 2024
In addition to being a Martha’s Vineyard resident, the ideal candidate needs to have “entrepreneurial spirit, exemplary leadership skills, and a passion for tourism marketing,” according to a recent announcement.
West Tisbury Police Chief Contract Renewed
March 21, 2024
West Tisbury renewed police chief Matt Mincone’s contract Wednesday night, extending his role in the town through March 2027.
Gazette Open House
March 21, 2024
The Vineyard Gazette Media Group will host a reception and open house on Friday, April 12, from 4 to 6 p.m. to honor retiring publisher Jane Seagrave and welcome new publisher Monica Brady-Myerov.
Recent Real Estate Transactions: Week Ending March 13
March 21, 2024
Lindesay H. Aquino and Kim Holdsworth purchased a Hancock Beach Lot in Chilmark from David Holdsworth for $200,000 on March 13.
Linda Fischer Memorial Service
March 20, 2024
A memorial service, celebrating the life of Linda Fischer, will be held on April 7 at 12 p.m. at the Chilmark Community Center.
Museum and Aquila MV Form Cafe Partnership
March 18, 2024
The Martha’s Vineyard Museum has partnered with Aquila MV to take over operations of the First Light Cafe at the museum.
Recent Home Sales: Week Ending March 8
March 14, 2024
Susanne Schwarz and Syon Pandya Bhanot purchased 86 Washington avenue in Oak Bluffs from Felicia S. Webb for $850,000 on March 8.
Chris Aring-Sharkovitz Celebration of Life
March 13, 2024
A celebration of life for Christopher Aring-Sharkovitz will be held Saturday, March 16 at 2 p.m. at the Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury.
Science Fair Winner Advances to State Tournament
March 13, 2024
Juniors Elliot Stead and Jacksun Engler represented the regional high school at the Massachusetts Region V Science and Engineering Fair held at Bridgewater State University on March 2.
New Park Pitched in Vineyard Haven
March 13, 2024
Vineyard Wind’s plans to build an observation tower next to the Tisbury Marine Terminal on Beach Road have been swapped out in favor of helping to fund a new public park and beach area.
Lip Syncing for a Cause
March 12, 2024
Friends of Family Planning will host a lip sync contest to benefit the organization on Friday, March 22 at the Loft in Oak Bluffs.
Klingensmith to Step Down from Dukes County Commission
March 11, 2024
James Klingensmith will step down Tuesday following his planned move to Oak Bluffs.