News
For nearly a decade, the town of Tisbury has served as the reluctant steward of a 45-foot sailboat, rotting behind the Department of Public Works building and deserted by an owner who has been almost impossible to track down.
The town has been unable to move or destroy the boat, but that may soon change.
Please Adopt Us
All the beautiful cats at the Animal Shelter of Martha’s Vineyard are on their best behavior, hoping to find new homes for the holiday. We hope so too, and we have some great ones:
Alessandra Marisa Boniface, daughter of Paul and Marisa Boniface of Essex Fells, N.J., and Edgartown, was married to James Michael Hagerty, son of Robert Hagerty and Barry Nevin of Edgartown, on Saturday, Sept. 10, at St. Elizabeth’s Church in Edgartown.
Welcome James
Martina and Dana Thonton of Edgartown announce the birth of a son, James Leif Thonton, born on Dec. 6, 2011, at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. James weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces at birth. James joins big brother William.
Hello Rye
Christine Conley and Matt Coffey of West Tisbury announce the birth of a son, Rye James Conley Coffey, born on Dec. 6, at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. Rye weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces at birth. Rye joins big sister Ada Maeve.
Winter Rates Hit Gym
The mercury on the thermometer is dropping, and so are prices at the Mansion House Health Club.
The Vineyard Haven athletic facility is offering reduced winter rates for both walk-in and longterm memberships. One-month memberships are $89; three months, $199, and day passes just $12. Twelve-visit punch cards are available for $99. For more information or to sign up, see mvmansionhouse.com or call 508-693-2200.