Rise for science

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A new marijuana business is facing some difficulties setting up shop on the Island.

Rallying for science

Some 600 people gathered outside the science institutions of Woods Hole on Friday, amid layoffs of federal agencies and promises from the Trump Administration to cut funding for climate and other research. While reports have been that the mood in the labs has been tense and grim amid firings, Friday’s rally was upbeat. Read more

Marijuana group looks for new home

Black Harbor Group, a marijuana company trying to run a dispensary on the Island, is having some difficulties finding space for its business. From losing its initial location to another cannabis business and restrictive zoning, there are challenges to be met for the company. Read more

Welcome back, pinkletinks

The sounds of spring have arrived: the pinkletinks! Suzan Bellincampi tells us she heard the peeping of the tiny brown frogs at Felix Neck. Maybe this cold weather will also be subsiding. Read more

Our stance on state forest plan

Our editorial team has called for a delay in implementing the plan to cut pine trees from the state forest, a plan intended to increase biodiversity and reduce fire risks. While the project has merits, there are remaining questions and concerns among Islanders. And we argue that there was not enough time for public comments. Read more

COMMUNITY

Reflecting with two friends

Matthew Stackpole and Nat Benjamin are familiar figures in the Island’s maritime scene and decades-long friends. Reminiscing on the past, the two recently spoke at an event at the Martha’s Vineyard Museum about how they first arrived on the Island and what they hope to accomplish in the times ahead. Read more

Today's Minute is sponsored by Island Housing Trust

With the help of the former owner, IHT created seven new, year-round, affordable apartments by repurposing a bed-and-breakfast in Tisbury. Watch our film to see how we did it. You can help create critically needed affordable housing by clicking here to donate now .

HAPPENINGS

Today

Come on down to the M.V. Film Center to watch a screening of “A Traveler’s Needs.” follow the story of Iris in this tale described as a “comedy of improbable encounters and unlikely language lessons.” The movie starts at 7:30 pm and tickets can be bought at the film center’s website. Read more

Saturday

Do you like cows? Then come to the Ag Hall to meet five friendly calves in a free meet and greet. Registration is only required if you plan to bring your dog. Read more

Sunday

An unwelcome Island resident, the invasive green crab is tearing up our eelgrass and threatening our shellfish beds — and it’s time you got introduced. The MV Film Center is hosting a screening of One Bad Crab, a locally produced film on the species at 4 pm Read more

Movies

View the lineup of feature films and documentaries at Island theaters and libraries here.

Concerts

Check out musical events around the Island here.

MEETINGS

The Edgartown select board meets at 4 pm on Monday. Agenda here.

The MVRHS committee meets at 5:30 pm on Monday. Agenda here.

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Quote of the Day

“I don’t think anyone can predict how far those cuts will go… But it is clear that the damage to the science in Woods Hole could be large.”

—John Holdren, former senior science advisor for Obama administration speaking at today’s rally

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Thursday's contest answer:

Lorraine Telo

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