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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

SSA Explores Barging Trash to New Bedford

Steve Myrick

Vineyard governor Marc Hanover wants the boat line to explore the feasibility of getting trash off the ferries and shipping it to New Bedford via private barge.

Cancer Support Group Helps Islanders in Need

Alex Elvin

The Martha's Vineyard Cancer Support Group was incorporated in 1996. Last year the group gave away about $37,000 to Islanders in need — climbing to around $40,000 this year.

Edgartown Sorts Priorities for Capital Spending

Steve Myrick

The town capital programs committee recommended $1.7 million worth of projects to selectmen Monday, including a new ambulance, street paving and highway equipment.

Brazilian Friendship Lunch Bridges Cultural Divides

Heather Hamacek

The sixth annual Brazilian-American Friendship lunch turned the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School culinary arts dining room into an international cafe Friday afternoon.

Hello, Isabella

Elizabeth Francis and Ramon Espino of Edgartown announce the birth of a daughter, Isabella Suarez Francis-Espino, born Dec. 11.

Retired Judge Honored With Portrait Hung on Courtroom Wall

Steve Myrick

After retiring in May, the Hon. H. Gregory Williams returned Friday to the second floor courtroom at the Edgartown courthouse for a ceremony to unveil his portrait.