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The Island is buzzing about a proposed phaseout of gas-powered leaf blowers. We have the latest on the five-town effort ahead of town meetings. |
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Federal office stops funding Island veterans’ program |
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The federal Veterans Affairs (VA) department is canceling around $80,000 in yearly funds for an M.V. Community Services program that offers counseling for people with trauma from war. The director of the Island program said they will look elsewhere for money. This comes as the VA promised last month to get rid of hundreds of "non-mission-critical or duplicative contracts" and redirect that money to health care, benefits, and services for the department's beneficiaries. Veterans on the Island were dismayed by the department's decision. Read more
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To ban or not to ban? |
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Over the next week, we will be bringing you stories and issues to consider in advance of town meetings held in Oak Bluffs, West Tisbury, and Edgartown, all on Tuesday night next week. We start with what has, and will most likely have, the most debate — phasing out gas-powered leaf blowers. We spoke with many in the landscaping industry about their thoughts on the issue. Read more
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Tisbury harbormaster Gary Kovack has accepted an offer to become Edgartown’s harbormaster. He comes with 16 years of Coast Guard experience, more than half a decade as an Edgartown police officer, and less than a year as Tisbury’s harbormaster. He told The Times that Tisbury's harbor department is on a good path as he prepares to leave. Read more
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A fire on Donalbain Close in Edgartown was put out after being contained to one room in the home's basement. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Read more
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Town columnist Kay Mayhew has misplaced her credit card, she writes. In other news, the Vineyard Haven Library is now closed Fridays in preparation for its addition and renovation, and will relocate soon to a temporary spot on 15 Church Street. Also, the Steamship Authority wants students in kindergarten through grade 12 to enter its art contest by May 17. Read more for other local happenings. You can also read columns from Chilmark, Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, and West Tisbury. |
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Today's Minute is sponsored by: MV Bank
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For over 116 years, Martha's Vineyard Bank has been more than a financial institution—we're part of the foundation of this community. While other banks expand outward, we grow deeper, strengthening our connections with every generation we serve. From the Island to the Cape, our roots run through the heart of every milestone in your life. Your first account, your family home, your business dreams, your legacy. Your goals, our guidance. |
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St. Andrew's Episcopal Church will host a free concert to celebrate Father Chip's Ministry. You'll hear Rob Lehman (organ), Jessica Sanseverino (soprano), and David Stanwood (piano). Early arrivals will find refreshments in the Parish Hall. It's at 7 pm, 34 North Summer Street, Edgartown. Read more |
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Morning Glory Farm founders Debbie and Jim Athearn will share their story of starting a farm from scratch. They'll will speak about their farm, relationship, and dedicated Morning Glory team. It's from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm at M.V. Museum, 151 Lagoon Pond Road, Vineyard Haven. It's $25 for non-members, and $15 for musuem members. Register here, and read more |
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Movies
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View the lineup of feature films and documentaries at Island theaters and libraries here. |
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Authors & Books |
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Discover author talks, book signings, writing workshops, book sales, and book clubs around the Vineyard here.
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MEETINGS
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The Edgartown select board meets at 10 am tomorrow. Agenda here.
The Dukes County Commission meets tomorrow at 4 pm. Agenda here.
The West Tisbury select board meets at 4:30 pm tomorrow. Agenda here.
The Chilmark select board meets at 5 pm tomorrow. Agenda here. |
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Quote of the Day |
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“These are men and women who served their country with honor — they shouldn’t have to fight for basic services after returning home."
—Edgartown town administrator James Hagerty speaks against a federal decision to defund a Vineyard program for veterans' trauma counseling. |
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Name this business teacher! 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.
Monday's contest answer:
Bob Milberry |
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