Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
About 90 years ago today, Bonnie and Clyde were shot and killed by police in Louisiana. The pair allegedly robbed 15 banks in their streak. Our connection to the Island? The Vineyard has a connection now to two high-profile robberies, as you’ll read in today’s Minute.If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
Another Vineyard robber? An Edgartown man has been charged with the armed bank robbery of the Rockland Trust bank in Falmouth. Petar Petyoshin from Edgartown was arrested today at the RMV in Edgartown. There was also a raid on his home today, after the arrest. He’s charged with armed robbery and a slew of other charges, including several counts of kidnapping. Read the story here.
Low interest While there was some interest in the Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank’s property on 167 Main Street in Edgartown, nobody bid for the building. With the deadline for bids now passed, the Land Bank Commission needs to determine the best way to deal with the property, although there are some disagreements about this. The issue will be explored again after the situation and options have been reviewed by town counsel. Read more here.
Pickleball props Connie McHugh, owner and founder of Airport Fitness, was recognized at the U.S. Professional Tennis Association’s annual awards banquet as the Pickleball Professional of the Year for 2022 for the New England Division. Read about her success bringing the booming sport to Martha’s Vineyard here.
MEETINGS The Oak Bluffs Board of Health meets at 10 am Wednesday. Remote access. Here is the agenda.
The Tisbury Select Board meets at 4 pm Wednesday. Hybrid access with in-person location at Katharine Cornell Theatre. Here is the agenda.
The West Tisbury Select Board meets at 4:30 pm Wednesday. Remote access. Here is the agenda.
The All-Island School Committee meets at 5:30 pm Wednesday. Hybrid access with in-person location at MVRHS library. Here is the agenda.
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Quote of the Day Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce executive director Carolina Cooney says of the upcoming Memorial Day Weekend, after a
cruise ship paid a visit last week: "I expect things are going to be getting pretty crazy over here."
Hot Topic Comment Bruce Cummings comments on our coverage of Senior Prom from over the weekend: "Wow such a great time, they all look so great, brings back great memories… renting a limo, cramming into it with my best friends, TT Gentle, Gundy Norton, Chad Metell and W Richard Hertz… the 80’s where incredible."
Hot Topic Letter John Becker and Valerie Becker of West Tisbury write to us about a new development and the local planning board’s
interpretation of a recently-passed zoning rule: "We think this is one of the first real tests of the new ‘Big House By-law,’ and the board handled it with respect and clarity. Hats off to them."
Today:Coffee & Conversations at The Carnegie. It’s about to get a little windier on the Island. Richard Andre and Erik Peckar of Vineyard Power will share information about the installation and development of the wind farms being built on Vineyard. Carnegie Heritage Center, 10:30 am.
Does Uncle Frank need a new sweater? Join the West Tisbury Library’s Knitting Group, led by librarian Lyn, and whip up a cardigan. Help yourself to supplies provided by the library, or bring your own. All ages and levels are welcome. Free. 5 pm.
Tomorrow:Enjoy an Evening of the Arts showcasing the work of MVRHS Art, Design, and Technology students, as well as a musical by students from the performing arts department. Free. Performing Arts Center, 6 pm.
Movies! Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
Greedy for bagels "Cuisinart 4 slice toaster with bagel, defrost and reheat functions. $20. 561-629-3736."
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Dining out?
The Barn Open Monday through Saturday 11:30 am to 11 pm 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, and brunch on Sunday. Live music with Jeremy Berlin on Thursdays. @sweet_life_mv 508/696/0200 sweetlifemv.com.
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Staying in?
What do you get when combining poached eggs, soft cheese, and a rich sauce? Find out by making Shakshuka with Feta, a recipe shared by Connie Berry. It's a dish of comfort food just waiting for a chunk of fresh bread.
For more stories that celebrate local food, farming, and the community, visit Edible Vineyard.
Do you know this person? 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.
The Joys of Oak Bluffs In this edition of This Was Then, we look at downtown Oak Bluffs, or what was known as "Squash Meadow" for longer than it has been called "Oak Bluffs." You can learn some fascinating history, like this factode: in the late 1800s, a Baptist association threatened to withdraw an annual camp meeting from the Island unless the "filthy condition of Lake Anthony" was addressed. Find out more here.
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