The newly-available 30,000 visas will be earmarked specifically for returning workers, meaning those who have previously used the visas to work in the United States.

The recent passage of a tax on short-term rentals has kindled confusion among homeowners and realtors who fear it could eventually impact the Island’s robust seasonal economy.

If it seems too good to be true, then it probably is. At least in the case of summer housing rentals on Martha’s Vineyard.

The fate of the hangar is back in the hands of Edgartown voters when they go to town meeting on April 9, and two days later to the ballot box for a Proposition 2 1/2 override question.

Early signs suggest another busy summer season with strong advance ferry reservations and a surge of hotel and rental bookings.