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The Minute:
The schools' equity audit was released late last week and we took a deeper look. Among some of the findings are concerns about teacher burnout, and parents' concerns about bullying.
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Ahead of a public meeting tomorrow with the head of the department of conservation, we are reporting new details from documents we obtained about the homeless encampment clearing from over the summer. The details show that the state had been trying to coordinate a clearing shortly before news broke on the Island’s hidden homeless, but that they believed there was only a handful of people present, if that. They also reaffirm beliefs that a lack of resources are available to manage the state forest. Read more
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The public schools' equity audit results have been public since last week, and we took a closer look at some of the feedback on Vineyard public schools. A significant share of parents wanted fairer application of disciplinary policies, which was also reflected in instructors' feedback. Bullying and drug use was also a concern for over one-fifth of parents. You can also see the results for yourself on the school's website. Click here to read our coverage.
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A new chief in town, for now |
Longtime Island resident Lieutenant Chris Dolby has been named acting Chief of the Edgartown Police Department following Bruce McNamee’s retirement. The search for a new chief is being conducted by Public Safety Consultants LLC, and the final candidates will be announced by December. Read more
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Island residents have helped coordinate a supply run to South Carolina and to victims of Hurricane Helene. We were there this morning as the truck was getting loaded. Word is they are heading out tomorrow.
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In an engrossing new exhibition at the M.V. Museum, learn how Wampanoag tribal history, memory, identity, artistry, and cultural traditions echo throughout the generations of a single family. Read how 1,599 quahog beads weave a generational Wôpanâak (Wampanoag) story on a wampum belt “that sings.” 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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Quilt through the fall and winter with the Quilting Circle at the West Tisbury Library, tonight from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. Quilting Circle quilts will also be on display in the Library’s Community Room throughout the month of October. See them at a reception on Saturday, October 26, from 12-1:30pm. Quilting, the exhibit and reception are free and open to the public. Read more
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Tomorrow |
Join the Martha’s Vineyard Shellfish Group (MVSG) and Chilmark and West Tisbury’s Shellfish Departments to learn about the municipal oyster farm visible from shore, seeding the pond, and oyster habitat restoration. This 10 am event will be held pondside at Sepiessa Point Reservation’s town boat landing (at the end of Clam Point Road). Dress for the weather! 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 Martha's Vineyard High School committee meets at 8 am tomorrow. Agenda here.
The Martha's Vineyard Airport Commission meets at 2 pm tomorrow. Agenda here.
The West Tisbury select board meets at 4:30 pm tomorrow. Agenda here.
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Quote of the Day
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“I’ve cleaned out a site here each of the last four years, but they just move back 50 feet … every year,”
—Conor Laffey, the state forest superintendent, on past clearings of homeless encampments
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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.
Coop de Ville celebrates 40th year! Largest beer selection in Oak Bluffs and best wings on the rock. coopdevilleshuckshack.com
508/693/3420
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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Name This Islander |
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Who's this young sculptor? 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:
Marth Thurlow
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