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

Public Schools See Steady Increase In Non-English Speaking Students

Holly Pretsky

There are now 327 students in English language learning (ELL) programs in the Island public schools.

Tax Lien Mars Celebration for Historic Gay Head Church

Noah Asimow

The Community Baptist Church of Gay Head will celebrate its 325th anniversary this weekend. But a recent tax lien placed on the church parsonage is a reminder of an uncertain financial future.

Women Take Center Stage at LadyFest Music Festival

Steve Myrick

LadyFest returns on Saturday evening for its second year, featuring female musicians from all over the Island and raising money for Connect to End Violence.

Farm Neck Grant Seeks Applicants

The Farm Neck Foundation is seeking applicants for the foundation’s 2018 grants.

Red Stocking Fund Applications

Red Stocking applications are now available at several locations.

Please Adopt Us

Last week was another great week for adoptions.