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The character of Menemsha is expected to be a topic for debate at a Chilmark special town meeting on Monday, when voters will be asked to approve an extensive new dock and pier system in the historic fishing village.
The meeting begins at 8 p.m. at the Chilmark Community Center. Longtime moderator Everett Poole will preside over the two-article warrant.
A line of men holding signs and standing on the seawall along Vineyard Haven harbor Saturday prompted motorists to slow down, wave and honk their horns in support of the group’s message: end domestic and sexual violence.
Among those on the wall near the drawbridge landing were several police officers, including Oak Bluffs chief Erik Blake and West Tisbury chief Dan Rossi, as part a four-hour Sea Wall Stand meant to enlist men in anti-violence efforts.
Please Adopt Us
The Animal Shelter of Martha’s Vineyard has a very special offer to all cat lovers on the Island — the adoption fee will be waived for all the long-term cats at the shelter.
I am on a plant-only diet. With all those beans in my tummy, you won’t be surprised to learn that when I recently walked over to see my friend Bob Coe, I couldn’t keep my eyes from looking across the way at the old Ahoma Inn. The Ahoma Inn was a favorite eating place for East Choppers of old.
Trinity Episcopal
The Rev. John Rice, former Canon for Congregations in the Diocese of Massachusetts, will lead services at Trinity Episcopal Church in Oak Bluffs on August 5 and 12.
Trinity Episcopal Church, located across from the Steamship Authority in Oak Bluffs, is the first Episcopal house of worship built on Martha’s Vineyard. It offers a diverse and inspirational schedule of visiting clergy throughout the summer. Services are held at 9 a.m.
If the Olympics has taught us anything, it’s that behind every strong athlete stands a possibly less strong, but certainly more patient coach coaxing athletes to success. On Tuesday, August 7, stop by the regional high school to meet this year’s crop of coaches who aim to have a similar impact on our Island kids. Coaches of various fall teams will share information about the upcoming season, as well as new procedures and eligibility requirements. The meet-and-greet session takes place at 6 p.m. in the gym