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MVC to Open New Hearing on Katama Meadows Subdivision

Louisa Hufstader | Saturday, January 17 2026 - 9:10am

The Martha’s Vineyard Commission will open a new public hearing next week on revised plans for the Katama Meadows subdivision, after commissioners voted Thursday to accept the withdrawal of a previous application.

Katama Meadows

Martha's Vineyard Commission

Welcome Emmett

Hana Morris and Michael Morris, of Edgartown, announce the birth of a son, Emmett George Morris, born on May 26.

Aloha Ayla

Rayane Taveres Marques and Hercules Goncalves Pereira, of Vineyard Haven, announce the birth of a daughter, Ayla Goncalves Marques.

Woman Charged in Chappy Car Accident

Edgartown police charged a 22-year-old woman from Vermont on Tuesday after her vehicle was discovered rolled over at the intersection of Chappaquiddick and Litchfield Roads.

Shark Tank Awaits as Team Prepares for Home Opener

Riis Williams

The wait is finally over as the Sharks return next week to begin their run for back-to-back titles. The team makes its 2023 home debut on Monday, June 5 in a pre-season game, then officially gets underway with home games on Wednesday and Thursday.

Edgartown Democrats Meeting

Edgartown Democrats will convene via Zoom on Saturday, June 3 at 10:30 a.m. to elect four delegates and four alternates to represent the town at the 2023 State Democratic Convention.

No Passing Zones Frustrate Local Law Makers

Brooke Kushwaha

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation has prohibited passing on state-controlled, bidirectional two-lane roads with speed limits under 45 mph, prompting confusion from drivers and town officials alike.