Announced Monday, the news from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration was hailed as a boost to protection efforts for the critically endangered right whales.

Tonight the crescent moon appears above the bright planet Venus. The two are in the western sky. This weekend the moon will appear to move slowly away from Venus.

The long-term viability and environmental sustainability of a public-private improvement project proposed for Squibnocket Beach were subjects for debate at a public forum this week.

Habitat for Humanity of Martha’s Vineyard is calling on landscape enthusiasts to help with final site cleanup and landscaping at the organization’s 10th completed project at 45 Bailey Park.

Promoted by the State Street Trust Co. of Boston in 1913, the 775-lot Chappaquiddick-By-The-Sea was never built. But if it had been, many of the cottages might not be there today.

Our holiday bird is making its last stand. Long after the leftovers are gone, one turkey part still remains in my kitchen; a drying wishbone awaits its destiny.