Island merchants this week said it was too early to tell if President Obama’s recent vacation gave a boost to business, which by most account was generally poor this summer.

If there was any direct impact it was in Oak Bluffs, where the President stopped in town on Tuesday night for dinner at the Sweet Life Cafe and briefly the next day for a take-out lunch at Nancy’s Snack Bar.

Teen Driver Due in Court

The teenage driver accused of vehicular homicide and drunk driving stemming from an accident in June that claimed the life of 18-year-old Jena Pothier of Oak Bluffs, is scheduled to be arraigned in Edgartown district court on Tuesday.

Kelly McCarron, 17, who graduated from the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School earlier this year, faces multiple felony charges of motor vehicle homicide, operating under the influence of alcohol, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, as well as several civil violations.

West Tisbury police this week reported that the money stolen during a nighttime burglary of Alley’s General Store and nearby Garcia’s Deli last month has been returned.

Sgt. Dan Rossi said the money was returned by an anonymous third party, not believed to be responsible or involved in the nighttime burglaries of August 18. Mr. Rossi said the unnamed person contacted the person or persons who allegedly robbed the two stores and persuaded them to return the money.

Sergeant Rossi said the investigation is ongoing and arrests are still possible.

The Edgartown house where the American classic Country Editor was written and where the Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation was conceived, is now set for demolition.

The Aquinnah Cultural Center has just released a new guidebook, entitled Wampanoag People of the First Light — Introduction to Aquinnah Arts, History and Culture. The 24-page picture book offers a brief glimpse into the history and culture of the Wampanoag people of Aquinnah, with a focus on art and artists. Fitting 10,000 years of history into a picture book, it provides a complete introduction to this essential aspect of the Island community.

Twins Benefit

A benefit for the family of twins David and Jhonatan Souza, born months prematurely, was postponed from last weekend and now is set for Saturday, Sept. 5 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Grange Hall.

David suffers from multiple handicaps and is receiving regular medical treatment in Boston.

All are welcome to enjoy a potluck dinner with music and children’s games, and to make a donation if possible.

For details, call 508-696-0581.