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The Minute:
Your local NPR station, Cape and Islands radio, will be looking for a new home. Their parent company sold their Woods Hole building, a move that has proven unpopular.
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Island voters have been heading to the polls early in big numbers, fueled by anxiety in a highly anticipated and tight presidential race. We hear from town clerks and voters in person on why they are going out to vote. There are also Islanders going to swing states to canvas for Harris. Read more. Also, while certain mainstream newspapers have ditched the practice of endorsing a presidential candidate, we have not. Read that here.
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The parent company of the Cape and Islands radio is selling their studio on Water Street in Woods Hole, close to the Steamship Authority terminal. GBH says the local NPR station is operating at a deficit. But members of the station are not pleased. The founder of CAI disagreed with the decision and says it’s a mistake. Read more
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After the developer of 97 Spring Street published planning board members' texts, Tisbury has placed board administrator Amy Upton on leave pending review. Upton's texts included criticisms of the building project and town officials, though an official explanation is yet to come out. Read more
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Oak Bluffs special town meeting voters grilled officials yesterday on the loss of $332,000 in a wire transfer intended to fund affordable housing. Town administrator Deborah Potter shared that the FBI recovered $80,000, which is currently inaccessible due to an ongoing investigation. New security measures are also being implemented. Voters approved covering the loss with town funds despite concerns. Read more
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The Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos — the Day of the Dead — is coming to the Aquinnah Cultural Center. All are invited to bring photographs of loved ones who have passed on, which will be placed on the ofrenda, pictured here. There will be live music, hot chocolate, and more. Read more
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Today's Minute is sponsored by: MV Film Society
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At home you are surrounded by life’s distractions, inclined to pick up the phone or do the dishes. Escape reality for a few hours with a screening at The Film Center.
Enjoy cinema snacks and relax in one of our reclining chairs in front of the big screen. Simply sit and immerse yourself. You’ve earned it.
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Today
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If you're not attending Fright Fest, consider the "Super/Man" documentary at the M.V. Film Center, as Christopher Reeve's acting career inspires many a costume every Halloween. You'll appreciate the reflection on his roles as well as his perseverance and disability rights advocacy after his near-fatal accident. It's 7:30 pm, 79 Beach Road, Vineyard Haven. Read more
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Tomorrow |
Vineyard Haven pulls out all the stops on Halloween. From noon to 5 pm, it's Bark and Boo at the Chamber of Commerce for kids and pups — photo ops and treats. And M.V. Museum is celebrating with ‘Halloween on the Hill,’ 4:30 to 6:30 pm. The big Halloween Parade and trick-or-treating/costume contest leaves Mansion House at 4 pm, winding along Main Street before stopping at businesses and historic William Street homes. Read more
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Movies |
Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
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Health & Fitness |
See out yoga classes, recreational activities, and other wellness programs for all ages here.
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MEETINGS |
No meetings tomorrow. Enjoy Thursday!
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Quote of the Day
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“I think we have a solid shot at recovering about $150,000 between two sources. And I am aggressively going for more than that by any means possible … any legal means possible.”
—O.B. town administrator Deborah Potter on efforts to recoup funds lost in a scam
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What's for dinner tonight?
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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 Thursday through Tuesday at 5 pm, with live music on Thursdays.
@sweet_life_mv 508/696/0200 sweetlifemv.com
Farm Neck Cafe Gather with friends to watch a game in our spacious bar, or dine on the terrace. Serving lunch 11am to 3pm, and pub fare 3 pm to 6 pm. 508/693/3560
Contact adsales@mvtimes.com to promote your dining specials with the MV Times.
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Staying In? |
Celebrate the season with a quick-and-easy recipe adapted by Island Grown Initiative: Roasted Cranberries with Thyme. It's a great addition to rice, salad, or casserole.
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Name This Islander |
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Who's this Island soup-smith? We'll throw all winning answers into a pot (no pun intended) at the end of the month and someone will win a free MV Times T-shirt.
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.
Tuesday's contest answer:
David Corcoran
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