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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

Hello Rilo

Bri and Ethan Buchanan-Valenti of West Tisbury, announce the birth of a daughter, Rilo Louisa Buchanan-Valenti, born on Sept. 25.

Joy Arrives

Katharine Joy Leaird, of West Tisbury, announces the birth of a daughter, Joy Tamara Leaird, born on Sept. 26 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.

Brenda Griswold Weds Richard Read

Journalist Richard Read married school administrator Brenda Griswold on Sept. 19 at Seven Gates Farm.

Running for the Lighthouse

The Gay Head 10K has spectacular views and helps to keep the lighthouse in top form.

Proposed Slow Speed Zones for Right Whales Worry SSA Officials

Louisa Hufstader

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has proposed an expansion of its Speed Management Areas to help critically endangered right whales.

Oak Bluffs Approves Bombay Indian Restaurant

Aidan Pollard

A new business, re-imagined festival and a proposal for outdoor seating were all weighed by the Oak Bluffs select board Tuesday as businesses begin to shuffle their strategies, adapting to the fall season.