The 80th edition of the Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby commences at 12:01 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 14, with fishermen heading out in the dark to test their luck by boat or casting from the shoreline.

The Vineyard Gazette celebrated the 50th birthday of its Goss Community Press on Tuesday by welcoming community members to the newspaper’s office to learn about the history of the press and see the workhorse in action.

To honor the hardworking Goss Community Press's 50th birthday, the Gazette is hosting a special Tuesdays in the Newsroom event on Sept. 9, where the community is invited to learn about the history of the press and watch it in action.

The Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) held its 19th annual powwow over the weekend, bringing together generations of tribal families to celebrate their culture and honor the land.

Nevin Sayre completed his Island-wide sail Friday afternoon, traversing the perimeter of the Vineyard on a wing foil. The 55-mile trip took under five hours and raised over $45,000 for Community Services.