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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

Hunting Season Begins

Archery season begins Oct. 17 and runs through Nov. 26, followed by shotgun season from Nov. 28 to Dec. 10.

West Tisbury Welcomes New Animal Control Officer

Heather Hamacek

Impressed by her lifelong experience with animals and dedication to the town, West Tisbury selectmen Wednesday appointed Prudence Fisher as the new town animal control officer.

Island to Island: Haiti Relief Effort Springs from Vineyard

Louisa Hufstader

Pam Benjamin of Vineyard Haven is working to aid the people of Île-à-Vache after Hurricane Matthew smashed through southwestern Haiti last week. “This is the worst storm that has ever hit them,” said Ms. Benjamin.

Federated Church Potluck

The Federated Church in Edgartown invites the community to a potluck dinner on Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. at the Parish House.

Paula Lyons Honored for Distinguished Broadcast Career

Paula Lyons, a retired broadcast journalist and well-known Vineyard Haven resident will be inducted into the Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame this week.

Ryder-Elizabeth Arrives

Kurstin and Dayce T. Moore of Edgartown announce the birth of a daughter, Ryder-Elizabeth Moore, born Oct. 11 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.