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The Minute:
A Tisbury housing project has its developer clashing with officials again ahead of a key commission decision.
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It was a year ago this week that Harbor Homes — the operators of the only homeless shelter on the Island — withdrew plans for permanent location in Oak Bluffs. We are learning that they have recently withdrawn a second attempt over wastewater issues. Now the pressure is heightened as the agreement for a temporary location is expiring soon. Read more
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The M.V. Commission is deciding on Thursday whether to review 97 Spring Street, a highly controversial project intended to house as many as nine Vineyard Wind workers. This is after the commission rejected Tisbury officials' first attempt to have them review the property. Now, days before the decision, the project's developer is calling out public officials for what he says is unfair treatment and dysfunction in town. Read
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Oak Bluffs has chosen who it wants as the next fire chief: Stephen Foster, who has been serving as the deputy fire chief. The decision was met by enthusiastic applause and cheer from the town’s firefighters and EMTs. Still, it’s not a done deal just yet. Contract negotiations are next. Read more
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The Chamber of Commerce held a conference this week to strategize new ways to improve tourism on the Island, amid fears that the number of visitors could be dropping. Among the challenges businesses faced. No surprise: housing for workers. Read more
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An accident in West Tisbury yesterday sent one person to the hospital and severely damaged both vehicles involved. The rear tires of a pickup truck even got detached in the collision. Read more
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Halloween ghouls and goblins may be fun and creepy, but chocolate and xylitol, found in lots of treats, are scary pet hazards — they can be deadly. Get the low-down on no-good treats from our Visiting Vet, Dr. Michelle Jasny. 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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Bring a meal and attend the after hours “Dinner and a Movie” show tonight at the Oak Bluffs library from 6 pm to 8 pm. October movie themes are ‘Halloween-ish.’ If you’d like to know what’s playing tonight call the OB library at 508 693 5433. Be sure to enter through the meeting room entrance, starting at 5:50 pm. Read more
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Tomorrow |
Martha’s Vineyard’s coastal ponds continue to be adversely affected by the rising sea-level and temperatures of climate change, and an influx of septic nitrogen. This second episode of Circuit Films’ "Great Ponds" docuseries will be followed by a director Q&A to share the vital and cooperative efforts to revive the herring, shellfish, and eelgrass populations. 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 |
The Chilmark select board meets at noon tomorrow. Agenda here.
The all-Island school committee meeting meets at 6 pm tomorrow. Agenda here.
The Martha's Vineyard Commission meets at 6:30 pm tomorrow. Agenda here.
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Quote of the Day
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“It’s exciting to live your life chasing something you can be great at. I came to America with a backpack and a hundred dollars in it. If I can do it, anybody can do it.”
—Congratulations to Vineyarder Mike Kerr, a skeet shooter who finished in the top 10 at the world shoot
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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 autumn season with the recipe for Cranberry Apple Crumble, shared by Gabrielle Chronister for Island Grown Initiative. You'll be feeling your oats in no time.
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Name This Islander |
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In case you're not gung-ho about the World Series matchup, take some time instead to see if you know this Vineyard batter. We'll throw all winning answers into a pot 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:
Chris Decker
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