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Got a minute?
Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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March is certainly going out like a lion with winter trying to get a last lick in. As you’ll see in today’s Minute, more struggles for the Steamship with strong winds this morning. Heavier rain is on its way, but the forecast for the weekend is looking nice. Too soon? If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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Dukes County Commission dedicated 3.6 million dollars in ARPA funds to help meet current and upcoming regulations, sleep
better, reduce your enviornmental footprint, and establish a Vineyard for the future.
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Critical
investmentsSenator Rand Paul from Kentucky took it upon himself to go after a little more than a million dollars in federal funding that is coming to the Island hospital. He flags the funding on his Shameful 16 list. But Vineyard hospital officials say the funding is critical, as it will help the hospital with a rising demand. Read that story here.
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Davis goes to D.C.
The Steamship Authority’s head honcho recently went to Washington, D.C., to talk with lawmakers about a proposed vessel speed restriction. The proposed regulation, meant to protect North Atlantic right whales from vessel strikes, could bring detrimental impacts to the SSA’s operations, according to the ferry service’s officials. Read more here.
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A quiet placeChildren’s Cove on the Cape has partnered with Martha’s Vineyard Community Services' CONNECT to End Violence Program in an effort to provide a space for child sexual abuse victims to tell their stories on-Island, removing what advocates say is a significant barrier to getting help. They’ve already seen progress. Read that story here.
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MEETINGS
The West Tisbury select board meets at 4:30 pm on Wednesday. Here is the agenda.
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The MVTimes: Our reporting makes a difference
Journalism that matters, where you need it, when you need it. Want more?
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This spacious, ten-room vacation rental home is perched high on a hill with panoramic views of the Vineyard Sound and the Elizabeth Islands. There are five bedrooms, four and one-half bathrooms, a large deck for entertaining and watching the breathtaking sunsets, and three outdoor patios. There is a fully equipped, country kitchen that seats twelve. Separate In-Law
Apartment. Great for extended guests. The house comes with access to the association tennis courts and Spring Point private beach. The house is equipped with extensive libraries, high-speed WiFi internet access, satellite TV, a large collection of DVDs, and a children's secret nook filled with books, boxes, and things to be discovered.
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Quote of the Day
"We’re proud of all of our staff and their ability and dedication in delivering the best newspaper and magazines we can [...] Being recognized for our efforts seems like icing on the cake, and we’re happy that our former editor was recognized as well as our work this past year. On to next year!"
— Times managing editor Connie Berry in response to
MVTimes recognition at
the New England Newspaper and Press Association annual award ceremonyHot Topic Comment"Some months ago, MV SSA governor Jim Malkin asked steamship general
manager Robert Davis about his plan to deal with crew competition as offshore wind development ramped up and created new demand for maritime crew. Mr. Davis said he didn’t anticipate a problem – as in, there is no plan. And now here we are faced with repeated cancellations due to crew shortages. I can’t remember a time in the past when this was as critical as an issue as it is now. Thank you, Jim Malkin, for your foresight to ask the questions. Now what? When do we decide enough is enough?"
— Ebba Rene Hierta on another day of SSA
cancellationsHot Topic Letter"If the existing lawn is unavailable for more than a year, the Edgartown Croquet Club will have no venue, and will likely die out.
Once it is gone, the century-long tradition of tournament-style croquet on Martha’s Vineyard will be lost."
— Edgartown Croquet Club president Cecily Greenway on the long-term effects of the potential loss of the Croquet Club’s
court
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Today: Last chance to catch the Chilmark Community Church’s Lenten
Saintly Supper. This time they highlight St. Peter and St. Anthony of Padua, patron saint of Portugal. Enjoy Portuguese Fisherman’s Stew with friends and neighbors. My pal Seán McMahon leads the music and the chat about the saints. Free. 5:30 pm. –Connie BerryMVT neighbor and boatbuilder Nat Benjamin, along with Sam Low, Julia Kidd, Richard Skidmore, and more, will be at Pathways’ annual Maritime Memoirs & Sea Adventures, with yarns, songs, and musings. Love it. Free. Doors open at 7 pm at the Chilmark Tavern. –C.B.
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Tomorrow: Laura Jordan-Decker offers outdoor Farm Visits and Songs at her Little Lighthouse Farm in Aquinnah. For all ages. Bundle up for the weather and help tend to the animals, sing songs, and play outside. 9:30 am. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
Seasonal Events! Discover activities for Spring & Easter here.
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Pahk the cah?"Bargain Box Two vinyl white insulated garage doors. All hardware. 9 Tall 8 wide. Free. 508-693-0674."Click here for more finds in our Classifieds section.
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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 Wednesday through Saturday at 5 pm. Wednesday is pasta night. Live
music on Thursdays. Brunch on Sundays from 11 am to 2 pm. @sweet_life_mv 508/696/0200 sweetlifemv.com
Coop de Ville Opening for the season on April 19th and celebrating our 40th year! Get excited! Largest beer selection in Oak Bluffs and best wings on the rock. See you soon! 12 Circuit Ave Ext. Oak Bluffs, on the harbor. coopdevilleshuckshack.com
508/693/3420
Restaurant
owners: Are you open? Let our readers know, and support local journalism while doing so!
Contact jenna@mvtimes.com to discuss promoting your dining specials with the MV Times.
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Do you know this Islander?
We'll throw all winning answers into a pot at the end of the month and someone will win their choice of a $100 gift certificate to an Island business or charity.
Email your answer to newsletters@mvtimes.com, and let us know which day you are guessing about.
For previous Do You Knows? see our archive.
Monday's contest answer:
Oliver Reed
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Babalan uses business for community benefit
From bundles of linens to baskets of local goods, Vineyard entrepreneur Jovana Babalan tells her continent-spanning story of finding the Island, fostering successful businesses, and her driving initiative of "paying it forward." Read her story here.
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