Edgartown Picks Chris Dolby for Police Chief

The Edgartown select board will promote Lieut. Chris Dolby to police chief next week, choosing the longtime Edgartown officer over two other finalists. 

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Abigail McGrath Led a Life of Creativity and Inspiration

Abigail McGrath was known on the Vineyard and beyond for her dedication in nurturing the voices of writers. She started the Renaissance House in 2001 to host artist retreats and writing salons.

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First Baby of the New Year Arrives

Maisie Rose was born on Jan. 1 at 6:26 p.m. at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital, the first baby born on the Island in 2025. Maisie weighed six pounds and six ounces.

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Edgartown's Longtime Harbor Master to Retire

Harbor master Charlie Blair announced his retirement through a letter read aloud at the Edgartown select board meeting Monday. He will step away after 30 years with the town.

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New Face from Aquinnah Answers Call to Public Service

Fresh off two successful elections, Aquinnah resident Jannette Vanderhoop is becoming a name to watch.

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Edgartown Considers Allowing Pesticides in Rare Cases on Cape Pogue

An advisory committee tasked with protecting Cape Pogue is urging the town to allow the use of pesticides in some cases in the name of conservation. 

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Follow the Shepherds to the Agricultural Hall

Each year, on Christmas Eve, the First Congregational Church of West Tisbury hosts a community pageant at the Agricultural Hall attended by over 800 people.

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Tisbury Passes Library Funding at Special Town Meeting

Tisbury residents voted in favor of borrowing $4.8 million to overhaul and expand the Vineyard Haven Public Library at a special town meeting that lasted more than three hours Tuesday. 

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Christmas in Edgartown Parade Puts Spirit of the Season Center Stage

Even the Grinch couldn’t help but get in the Christmas spirit Saturday morning for the annual parade through the streets of Edgartown. "Don’t believe what they show you in the movies,” Mr. Grinch said. “I love Christmas and I love kids.”

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Light Up, Cue Santa, It's Christmas in Edgartown Again

This weekend Christmas in Edgartown arrives, with the annual lighthouse lighting taking place Friday night, and the parade down Main street beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday.

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