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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

Hello, Jenna

Elise Ray and James Hugh Ray of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a daughter, Jenna Estelle Ray, born Nov. 29 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.

Julie Arrives

Elienay Alves and Dilson Uhru Jr. of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a daughter, Julie Caroline Alves Uhru, born Nov. 29 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.

Women Empowered Brunch

Women Empowered will host its fourth annual champagne brunch on Sunday, Dec. 4, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Harbor View Hotel, 131 North Water Street in Edgartown.

Aquinnah Backs Spending for Improvements at Philbin Beach, Circle

Alex Elvin

Reconvening their special town meeting, Aquinnah voters agreed to pay for improvements at the town beach and the Aquinnah Circle.

Selectmen Pledge Stricter Enforcement of Mopeds

Sara Brown

During a long discussion Tuesday, Oak Bluffs selectmen vowed to take steps to improve moped safety, including revising and enforcing town bylaws.

Moshup Trail Case Comes to an End

Julia Wells

A decision by the U.S. Supreme court closes the book on a decades-long court battle over whether private land off Moshup Trail can be opened up for development.