The byways committee of West Tisbury has produced a map and brochure that identifies many of the ancient ways of the town.

For the past two years the committee, chaired by Ann Bassett, walked many of the town’s ancient ways, studied historical maps and learned the history of these old roads.

The committee clarified what protection is in place for these ancient ways and worked with the planning board and the Martha’s Vineyard Commission to begin to protect what has not been protected.

Hello, João

Janaina and Rafael DeSousa of West Tisbury announce the birth of a son, João Victor Freire DeSousa, born on March 29, 2009, at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. João weighed 6 pounds, 13.8 ounces at birth.

Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School principal Stephen Nixon has announced the honor roll for the second quarter of the 2008-2009 academic year.

Earning highest honors in grade 12 are: Kimberly Carlomagno, Katharine Clarke, Emma Frizzell, Loren Gibson, Eliza Gowell, Margaretta Hehre, Haley Koorse, Ryan Marinelli, Bethany Pennington, Mark Reppert and Anastasia Sargent.

Earning highest honors in grade 11 are: Katherine Cecilio, Gail Herman, Shaelah Huntington, Tessa Permar, Meghan Pettit, Hayley Pierce and Julie Pringle.

Opinion Matters

The West Tisbury selectmen, finance committee and treasurer will host a public forum for voters on town finances at Howes House on April 4 at 10 a.m. All are invited to come share coffee and opinions with the town leaders.

Vineyard Man Is a Victim

In California Hit and Run

News reached the Island Thursday that 19-year-old Marcus Garfinkle, son of Myron Garfinkle of West Tisbury, was the victim of a hit and run accident this past Sunday in California. Marcus is a student at USC in Los Angeles, Calif. News of the accident was publicized on radio and print in Los Angeles area and was also posted in the Boston Globe. Friends may contact Myron Garfinkle at 203-247-2700, or Cathy Hill at 508-693-1403.