With several large developments expected to make their way to the Martha’s Vineyard Commission in the coming years, more than 10 candidates have launched campaigns for nine seats on the regional planning board.

Amy Upton has been placed on administrative leave for what she claims is retaliation for speaking out against alleged improper permitting practices in the down-Island government.

Plans for a major renovation of Martha’s Vineyard Airport are one step closer to getting off the ground after the airport received a $15 million grant last week.

Islanders brought complaints and recommendations to the Steamship Authority finance officials who were on the Vineyard last week to talk about the proposed budget and potential rate increases.

Service aboard the buses will be free from Nov. 29 to Sept. 30, 2025 thanks to a $1.8 million grant from the state.

Greg Leland has been on paid administrative leave since July. The chief, who was promoted to the top position in 2020, was being investigated by the town’s legal counsel for reasons that have not been made public.