Oak Bluffs Library has friends
To the Editor: The Library Friends of Oak Bluffs thanks the community for making our annual book sale this past week a rousing success — our neighbors who donated so many wonderful books and our eager...
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To the Editor: There is one sure way to forever stop the DEA’s helicopter and the waste of taxpayer money, and add millions to our state’s coffers. Vote to legalize pot on the November ballot question....
View ArticleIs she not a person?
To the Editor: Taking up where President Obama challenged the nation to have a “conversation” about race, I was struck by your article (July 21, “The United Nations of staffing”) about the “United...
View ArticleOpen your eyes and look
To the Editor: There’s no doubt that Martha’s Vineyard is a special place, but just like the rest of the country we have rules and laws. This is the time of year that we need to be more cautious than...
View ArticleWords to live by
To the Editor: Thirty years ago, my dad, Rick Brew, was roughly one month into serving the Island community as an EMT. While he has held a few different jobs since 1985, this work remained constant. He...
View ArticleJuly 15 – July 25, 2016
July 15, 2016 Gilberto Costa, Vineyard Haven; DOB 6/19/63, OUI-liquor or .08%, negligent operation of motor vehicle, marked lanes violation, possession of open container of alcohol in motor vehicle:...
View ArticleServices Monday for Alison Beth Reynolds
Alison Beth Reynolds of Oak Bluffs died unexpectedly on July 27, 2016 at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. She was 43. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Sunday, July 31, 4 pm to 6 pm in the...
View ArticleAll-Island Art Show is Monday
Join the Martha’s Vineyard Camp Meeting Association for the annual All-Island Art Show at the Tabernacle in Oak Bluffs this Monday, August 1. From 10 am to 3 pm, enjoy the beauty and creativity of...
View ArticlePossible Dreams come true
One of the highlights of Vineyard Summer is the annual Possible Dreams auction, now better known as the Art Buchwald Possible Dreams Auction, after the beloved longtime auctioneer who oversaw bidding...
View ArticleReal Estate Transactions: July 18 – 22, 2016
Aquinnah July 20, John R. Levinson and Theresa Levinson, trustees of 13 Old South Road Realty Trust, sold 13 Old South Rd. to Mina Farbood and Kirk Simon for $1,525,000. Chilmark July 18, Scheuer...
View ArticleShakespeare for the Masses honored
Friends of the Vineyard Haven Library are honoring Nicole Gallant and Chelsea McCarthy, adaptors and directors of Shakespeare for the Masses, as outstanding local writers. According to a press release,...
View ArticleLillian Meleney
Lillian Rhame Meleney of Westwood and Vineyard Haven died June 24, 2016, after an extended illness. She was 94. Lillian, or Lil as she was known to her friends, was born and grew up in Columbia, S.C.,...
View ArticleMartha’s Vineyard hosts Breastfeeding World’s “Big Latch On”
From August 1 to 7 every year, the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action organizes World Breastfeeding Week to raise awareness of the benefits of breastfeeding and the need for global support....
View ArticleBirths
Liah Jade Webb Davina Webb and Lancelot Webb of Edgartown announce the birth of a daughter, Liah Jade Webb, on July 28, 2016, at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. Liah weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces. Jackson...
View ArticleCollie Buddz returns
Collie Buddz is coming to the Lampost this Thursday, August 4, for the Island’s first reggae show of the season. The music of this Bermuda dancehall favorite includes many influences of hip-hop and...
View ArticleAuthor Series continues
On Thursday, August 4, Carly Simon will discuss her memoir, “Boys in the Trees,” at the Martha’s Vineyard Book Festival. WMVY radio host Barbara Dacey will interview Ms. Simon. The series continues the...
View Article‘Gallery in the Gardens’
Get lost in the art, music, flowers, and food at Vineyard Gardens next Friday, August 12, for their annual ‘Gallery in the Gardens’ event. From 3 to 7:30 pm, artists will showcase their work among the...
View ArticleFederal judge rules against Mashpee Wampanoag tribal casino
The Mashpee Wampanoag tribe expects to appeal a federal court ruling Thursday that undercut the tribe’s plans to build a resort casino in Taunton. U.S. District Court Judge William Young ruled in favor...
View ArticleCelebration of Life of Louis Stix Thursday night
Celebration of Life of Louis Stix A potluck celebration of life for Louis Stix organized by his friends will take place at Menemsha Beach on Thursday, August 4 (his birthday) from 6pm to sunset. For...
View ArticleHe thinks he’s getting soaked
To the Editor: I just received my biannual Oak Bluffs water bill. I totally understand the need to upgrade a well, if it has to be done to supply the people of Oak Bluffs with the water that is needed....
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