Samantha Gibson and Erik VanLandingham of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a son, Shepard Paul VanLandingham, born on July 11 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.

Ross and Ashley MacPherson proudly announce the birth of their first child, Austin MacPherson. He was born on June 6 at South Shore Hospital. Austin weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces and was 20.25 inches long.

Ross MacPherson was born and raised in Vineyard Haven, as was his family for generations. Austin’s grandparents are Elizabeth Honey MacPherson of Vineyard Haven, and David and Barbara Stach of Milford, Conn.

Kristin Hall and Anthony Estrella of West Tisbury announce the birth of a son, Ellis Joseph Estrella, born on July 4 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. Ellis weighed 8 pounds, 11.2 ounces at birth. He is joined at home by his brother Olsen.

Thorpe Karabees of Chilmark, an incoming first-year student, has been admitted to the University of Vermont’s Honors College.

Melissa Callahan and Bill Callahan of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a son, Alister John Callahan, born on July 4 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. Alister weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces at birth. He is joined at home by big brothers Griffin and Jackson.

Leanne Cash and Jade Cash of Edgartown announce the birth of a son, Cameron Eagle Cash, born on July 9 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.