Leslie's closing this month

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Steamship leadership under fire as Dukes County Commissioners mount a pressure campaign.

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Losing Leslie's

Leslie’s is the Island’s only pharmacy participating in MassHealth Safety Net, a program that partially pays for some health services for the uninsured or underinsured. But store ownership announced this weekend that they will close after September 28, citing financial struggles. Patrons were seen on Monday giving tearful goodbyes and thank-yous to the small business Read more

SSA management under fire

Dukes County Commissioners are planning a pressure campaign against the head of the Steamship Authority, citing recent failures like canceled ferries, delays, and over-budgeted projects. The comments come with the Steamship board set to discuss the general manager’s contract tomorrow. Read more

Calls for resignation over Chilmark tennis

A recent call for the resignation of Chilmark Town Affairs Council president Suellen Lazarus comes with new accounts of poor conduct among tennis and Chilmark Community Center management, as well as the claim that former board members are prepared to involve the Massachusetts State Ethics Commission. Management has denied the accusations. This is not the first call for resignation in recent weeks, as council members have been writing both against and in support of management. Read more

An Island honor

Janet Messineo-Israel rang the opening bell for the 79th annual Martha's Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby yesterday morning alongside Derby president John Custer. Photo by Brenda Gerosa-Beal.

AT A GLANCE

COMMUNITY

Oak Bluffs, 1894

Take a trip back in Vineyard history. We’re not going to the heyday of Cottage City, but to summer 1894, when the once-famous Illumination Night had fallen out of favor after a string of down years and unfortunate incidents. A group of businessmen and town leaders came together to ensure memorable seasons to follow, but it didn’t go as planned. Read more

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HAPPENINGS

Today

Full Moon Yoga Nidra: All are welcome to join YogiJay under the stars at Bend in the Road Beach in Edgartown for a serene yoga class. Be sure to sign up first. 6:30 to 8 pm.

Tomorrow

M.V. Garden Club: Winter Pruning: With Certified Master Gardener Jan Weathers, learn the basics of pruning deciduous shrubs and gain new skills. Old Mill in West Tisbury, 12:30 to 2:30 pm.

Movies

Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.

Libraries

Check out free programs for all ages at the Island's six public libraries here.

MEETINGS

The Steamship Authority board meets at 10:30 am tomorrow. Agenda here.

The Oak Bluffs select board meets at 4 pm tomorrow. Agenda here.

The Aquinnah select board meets at 5 pm tomorrow. Agenda here.

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Quote of the Day

“It’s not a lucrative business as many expect … Independents suffer the most due to the financial instability of the healthcare climate with no corporate overhead for insurance underpayments.”

—Leslie’s Pharmacy in Vineyard Haven announces its closing and thanks patrons

What's for dinner tonight?

Dining Out?

The Barn Open daily for lunch, dinner & bowling. Text Barnmv to 508/696/9800 to receive deals & specials.

The Sweet Life – Open year-round! Serving dinner Tuesday through Sunday at 5 pm, with live music on Thursdays.
@sweet_life_mv 508/696/0200 sweetlifemv.com

Coop de Ville celebrates 40th year! Largest beer selection in Oak Bluffs and best wings on the rock. coopdevilleshuckshack.com
508 693 3420

Farm Neck Cafe Gather with friends to watch a game in our spacious bar, or dine on the terrace. Serving lunch 11am to 3pm, pub fare 3 pm to 6 pm, and dinner Thursday through Sunday 5 pm to 9 pm. 508 693 3560

Contact jenna@mvtimes.com to promote your dining specials with the MV Times.

Staying In?

If you've had your fill of summer barbecues and you need a new way to flavor meat, try the tips and recipe for Chicken Wrapped in Bacon, by Silvana Oliveira. These super tasty nuggets are great served with rice, beans, and a salad.

To find local ingredients for your next culinary adventure, check out the Farmers Markets around the Island.

Do you have a recipe to share with the community? Send it to us at recipes@mvtimes.com.

Name This Islander

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Email your answer to newsletters@mvtimes.com, and let us know which day you are guessing about. For a previous Name This Islander, see our archive.

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