News Briefs
Pump Breakdown Sidelines Sankaty
March 11, 2024
Trips aboard the ferry were cancelled Monday after its steering gear pumps were out of sync.
NAACP to Hold Forum on Microaggression
March 11, 2024
The Martha’s Vineyard Branch of the NAACP will hold a panel discussion, Subtle Acts of Microaggression, on Sunday, March 17, at 2 p.m., at the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center.
Cap Cod 5 Celebrates Teachers
March 11, 2024
Cape Cod 5 recently welcomed local public-school teachers to their headquarters for a reception celebrating the 24th Annual Cape Cod 5 Educational Mini-Grants Awards.
Night Out for Nonprofits
March 11, 2024
MVYRADIO is hosting its fourth annual Night Out for Nonprofits on Saturday, March 16. The event takes place at the Portuguese American Club in Oak Bluffs.
West Tisbury Hires New Accountant
March 7, 2024
West Tisbury will have a new town accountant as of April 1, after the town voted to appointed Island resident Chelsea Joiner to succeed longtime town accountant Bruce Stone, following his retirement.
Tisbury Finance Committee Seeks Short-Term Member
March 7, 2024
The town of Tisbury’s finance and advisory committee is looking for a temporary member, following the resignation of committee member John Oliver last year.
Please Adopt Us
March 6, 2024
We couldn’t be happier: mother/daughter Great Danes, Astra and Ursa, have been adopted together by a family that adores Danes. Looks like they've found their forever home.
Recent Real Estate Transactions: Week Ending March 1
March 6, 2024
Mark Kastrud and Janet Kastrud purchased 37 Nashawena Park in Oak Bluffs from Renee T. Nolan, Rachael Laskowski, Barbara Ann Nolan Est., Barbara A. Nolan Est., Charles F. Sinatra Trs. and Priscilla A. Sinatra Revocable Trust for $2,250,000 on Feb. 26.
Rise Presents Showcase Dance Show
March 6, 2024
The RISE Vineyard Performing Arts dance company presents its annual company showcase on Sunday, March 10 at 3 p.m. at the regional high school’s Performing Arts Center.
Cape Bridges Could Get Additional $350 Million for Repairs
March 6, 2024
The influx of funding is part of the Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, released on Monday.
Keeping the Beat With Schoolhouse Rock
March 5, 2024
The West Tisbury School presents Schoolhouse Rock LIVE, JR. on Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. All shows take place at the school.
Get Out the Vote for Best of the Vineyard
March 5, 2024
Voting for Martha’s Vineyard Magazine’s annual Best of the Vineyard contest continues through Saturday, April 6.