To the Editor: The Land Bank watched with interest the Island’s recent debate and deliberation over the Housing Bank. Although it is a conservation organization, the Land Bank has been involved in affordable housing planning and production for some 35 years. Eleven such housing developments, whose names are all familiar to Vineyarders Morgan Woods, […]
The West Tisbury planning board voted 4-0 to approve, with some conditions, Island Autism Group’s plans for its Island Autism Center on 515 Lambert’s Cove Road (Child Farm) after a continued public hearing on Monday. Board member Matt Merry recused himself since he is an abutter to the property. The public hearing for the property […]
At a public hearing on a proposed four-house subdivision, commissioners discussed the concept of “attainable housing” at their Thursday night meeting when describing the Island’s current housing needs. The request from South Mountain Company to purchase 3.17-acres from Island Co-Housings’ 29-acre Red Arrow Road in West Tisbury involves the construction of six structures four of […]
Film and performance are powerful societal tools that invite communities to become more connected, more accepting, and more compassionate. The second annual Martha’s Vineyard Disability Festival aims to achieve these goals by bringing folks of all ages and abilities together for a positive and enjoyable experience centered around a love for great film. Jenna Robichau, […]
The Athearn cows are pasturing on Peaked Hill. They filled their water truck from our well, and I was delighted to find a bunch of fresh Morning Glory corn on our doorstep as thanks. There are still a few spots open for the Saturday, August 14, Road Race; see bit.ly/ChilRRace. The best new thing in […]