Calls for New Bedford Service Gain Support of Steamship GM
Alex Krsyka, who took over leadership of the Steamship in January, said Tuesday that he wanted to see New Bedford become a regular ferry destination like Hyannis, and was ready to dig into the potential of the idea.
Derby Heads Into the Final Weekend
The 81st Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby, which concludes on Saturday at the final weigh-in, has been notable for some sluggish days at the weigh-in station but also some record catches.
Boston Man Charged in Alleged Rape at State Police Barracks
Edward Joseph Brown, 27, entered the not guilty plea during a virtual hearing in the Edgartown District Court on Tuesday. Prosecutors claim that Mr. Brown raped a woman he brought back to the barracks.
Airport Fitness Celebrates 30 Years
On Thursday, Oct. 15, Airport Fitness Center will mark its 30th anniversary with a party at the club from 5 to 8 p.m.
Community Services Names New CEO
Martha’s Vineyard Community Services has chosen Scott Turton, its two-time interim CEO, as its next chief executive officer.
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Taking Steps to Stop Hunger
Sunday marks the 36th annual Martha’s Vineyard CROP Hunger Walk, a three-mile walk to raise money to fight hunger on the Island and around the…
Aquinnah Hires New Police Chief
The Aquinnah select board chose a former patrol officer to succeed police Chief Randhi Belain in leading the Island’s smallest police department.
Rising Fuel Prices has Steamship Looking at Higher Fares
The Steamship Authority is eyeing fare hikes next year as the cost of fuel skyrockets and ridership is flat.
Saving Lives on the Front Lines
Community members gathered Saturday night at the Martha’s Vineyard Film Society for a screening of American Doctor, a 2026 documentary about three American physicians who…
Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration Highlights Wampanoag Culture
On Monday, Sassafras Earth Education, an Indigenous Wampanoag nonprofit based in Aquinnah, hosted its fifth annual Indigenous Peoples Day event at Felix Neck Wildlife Center.
Car-B-Q Celebrates Classic Rides
On Sunday afternoon, the Winnetu Oceanside Resort became a haven for car enthusiasts, who gathered for the Vineyard Gazette’s Car-B-Q classic auto show.
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Play Ball
The first game of Base Ball (National) ever played in this village came off last Saturday afternoon, between the “Regulars” and “True Blues,” both of this town.










