Martha's Vineyard News | Vineyard Gazette

MVC to Open New Hearing on Katama Meadows Subdivision

Louisa Hufstader | Saturday, January 17 2026 - 9:10am

The Martha’s Vineyard Commission will open a new public hearing next week on revised plans for the Katama Meadows subdivision, after commissioners voted Thursday to accept the withdrawal of a previous application.

Katama Meadows

Martha's Vineyard Commission

Eliana Arrives

Nevia Steere and William (Barry) Macdonald, of Edgartown, announce the birth of a daughter, Eliana Grace Macdonald, born on August 22.

Hello Samara

Daryl and Farley Pedler, of West Tisbury, announce the birth of a daughter, Samara Mei Pedler, born on August 25.

Announcing Arthur

Lais Santos Schoenherr and Wellington Freitas Schoenherr, of West Tisbury, announce the birth of a son, Arthur Gabriel Schoenherr, born on August 23.

Welcome Beatriz

Maria A.G. Vieira and Vanderley Pereira, of West Tisbury, announce the birth of a daughter, Beatriz Gonçalves Pereira, born on August 22.

Riptides and Jellyfish Stop Nantucket to Vineyard Swim Just Shy of Shore

Will Sennott

Raising money for ALS, Doug McConnell battled the elements for seven hours including blustering winds, ripping tides and jellyfish stings, but was unable to complete his swim from Nantucket to the Vineyard.

Tisbury Car Show

After being postponed last weekend due to weather, the Tisbury Fire Department Car Show is back on the calendar for Sunday, Sept. 1 from noon to 4 p.m.