One-term incumbent Jason Balboni faces challenges from political newcomer Emma Green-Beach and former airport commissioner Rich Michelson.

The Right Fork Diner, a beloved, bite-sized restaurant overlooking the Katama Airfield, will not reopen this season after 15 summers in business.

Hospital officials announced that they had requested the state to test for virus variants. Meanwhile, first-dose vaccine appointments increased this week, but questions remain.

The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank announced on Tuesday that it had significantly expanded its landholdings adjacent to Lambert’s Cove Beach for $8.4 million.

After shaving down its annual town meeting warrant and budget in 2020, Edgartown selectmen approved much heftier versions of both for 2021, including an article to fund a long-awaited restoration to Memorial Wharf.

Island health agents reported the highest weekly Covid-19 case total since the pandemic began on Monday, with 101 Island residents testing positive for the virus since last Sunday as a recent surge continues.