A lengthy government investigation into lead contamination at a Coast Guard housing facility at the West Chop Light has been closed following the issuance of a final report over the summer.

At first light on Sunday morning, young anglers lined the Steamship Authority wharf in Oak Bluffs, rods and reels in hand, to fish in the annual kids derby.

Five days into the 74th annual Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby, all over the Island fishermen are hauling their packs of tackle along the shoreline or heading out in boats.

For 18 years, Jo Ann Murphy has proudly served the Island’s community of over 300 veterans. At the end of September, Ms. Murphy will step down as director of veterans services.

Winds blew strong and steady through the 31st annual Pat West gaff-rigged race last Sunday.

After four months at sea, sailing through the Great Lakes and down the coast of Maine, the historic vessel pulled into Vineyard Haven Sunday afternoon.