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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

When Flat Point Cove Calls, Put Down the Phone and Head Outside

Heather Hamacek

Perfect weather and a guided tour by farmer Arnie Fischer Jr. drew over 100 people and three dogs to Flat Point Farm on Sunday.

Vineyard Prosecutor Investigated for Possible Misconduct

Sara Brown

Laura Marshard, a Vineyard-based prosecutor with the Cape and Islands district attorney’s office, is facing possible disciplinary action by the state agency that investigates complaints against lawyers.

Hello, Alyssa

Shawna and John O’Donnell of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a daughter, Alyssa Jeanne O’Donnell, born Nov. 11 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.

Welcome, Haven and Knox

Emily and James Burrows of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a son, Knox Dean Burrows, and a daughter, Haven James Burrows, born Nov. 4.

Budget Trimmed for Gay Head Light Restoration Work

Alex Elvin

A revised plan for restoring the Gay Head Light in Aquinnah has prioritized repairs to the 1856 brick tower, although it remains unclear how the town will pay for the work.

Second Round of Housing Workshops Begin

Housing on Martha’s Vineyard and a vision for the future take center stage again this week with a second round of workshops in every Island town. The housing production plan workshops are being sponsored by the Martha’s Vineyard Commission.