Harbor Homes of Martha’s Vineyard, which operates the winter shelter and two transitional group homes on the Island, is planning to buy a six-bedroom dormitory on Hudson avenue with the potential of opening the property in November.

The Island’s first residential center for adults with autism is nearing a major milestone, with one of its buildings potentially opening as early as next year.

Next week, two classes will be temporarily moved to the Chilmark Community Center as workers finish up HVAC work at the Chilmark School.

Developer Jefrey DuBard is in the process of buying Airport Fitness, the racquet sport hub and gym that has been in the West Tisbury airport business park since 1996, longtime owner Connie McHugh recently told members.

Businesses will be required to stop serving drinks by 12:30 a.m. and close by 1 a.m. — a 30-minute reduction from what was previously allotted in the town’s alcohol policy.