Was it fun growing up in the sixties? The question sparked Amy Reece's first novel, Regarding Jeffrey, which evoke the era from 1964 to 1970.

Regional high school freshman Ben DeBettencourt took home the grand prize Monday morning in the 17th annual linguini bridge contest. His project withstood 1,500 pounds of weight without showing so much as a crack, outlasting 98 entrants in the contest.

Talented and hardworking, the eighth grade girls travel team has been turning heads this year with its superior skills and teamwork. Next stop: high school basketball team.

Jeffrey Kristal will not seek a third term on the Tisbury board of selectmen. Melinda Loberg, a veteran of the town finance committee, is running unopposed for his seat.

The lanes planned for downtown Oak Bluffs will be allowed to sell alcohol but with earlier closing hours than Circuit avenue bars, the town selectmen decided Tuesday. The bowling alley project is the brainchild of architect Reid (Sam) Dunn.

Appointed acting chief 10 months ago, John Rose now has a permanent place as head of the town fire department. The vote by the five town selectmen was unanimous on Tuesday night, amid praise for Mr. Rose.