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MVC to Open New Hearing on Katama Meadows Subdivision

Louisa Hufstader | Saturday, January 17 2026 - 9:10am

The Martha’s Vineyard Commission will open a new public hearing next week on revised plans for the Katama Meadows subdivision, after commissioners voted Thursday to accept the withdrawal of a previous application.

Katama Meadows

Martha's Vineyard Commission

University of Vermont Graduates

Several local students graduated this spring from the University of Vermont.

Jacob Cardoza Is All-Star

Jacob Cardoza was selected to play in the 39th annual Eastern Massachusetts Senior All Star game.

Guided by the Stars, Hokule'a Sails to Martha's Vineyard

Alex Elvin

Next week, the 40-foot double-hulled canoe Hokule'a will arrive in Vineyard Haven for a three-day visit, having traveled three-quarters of the way around the world from its home port of Honolulu.

Islanders Mourn Fisherman, Father and Beacon of Light

Steve Myrick

Islanders this week mourned commercial conch fisherman Luke Gurney, a father of two who died in a fishing accident Monday. Mr. Gurney was fishing off Nantucket when he became tangled in a line and was swept overboard.

Solidarity on the Water, Wampanoag Tribe Creates Vessel to Greet Hokule'a

Louisa McCullough

The Wampanoag people in Aquinnah are building the muhsh8n (pronounced mishoon) in preparation for the arrival of the Hokule’a on Tuesday.

Schedule of Events for Visit of Hokule'a

On Tuesday, July 28 the Hokule'a will sail into Vineyard Haven Harbor for a three-day visit to Martha's Vineyard. The goal of the trip is to “weave a lei of hope” by sharing the stories of people working to achieve a sustainable way of life.