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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

Barn Raisers Ball Returns

The annual Barn Raisers Ball will be held on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury

Halloween Events Cater to All Ages

Elizabeth Bennett

With Halloween falling on a Monday this year, the coming weekend will feel like a three-day holiday.

Alcohol and Wastewater Top Election Ballot Questions

Louisa Hufstader Aidan Pollard Brooke Kushwaha Aidan Pollard

Questions on alcohol in Tisbury and wastewater in Oak Bluffs top a bevy of statewide ballot issues facing Island voters.

Six Articles Await Oak Bluffs Voters at Special Town Meeting

Aidan Pollard

Oak Bluffs will be the first town to weigh in on proposed changes to the high school's regional agreement when a six-article town meeting convenes Nov. 1.

Island Sees Significant Uptick in Short-Term Rental Properties

Noah Asimow

The number of homes on Martha’s Vineyard registered as short-term rental properties shot up by 35 per cent over the summer, with industry professionals pointing to the real estate market in explaining the increase.

Island Cup Awaits as Vineyard Sports Teams Host Nantucket

Aidan Pollard

The ultimate inter-Island rivalry is rekindled this week, as the Martha's Vineyard Regional High School prepares to host Nantucket in a slate of fall sports contests culminating Saturday in a battle for the coveted Island Cup.