Again and yet again the discussion has arisen regarding the origin of the “johnny-cake,” the pan-cake and perhaps other varieties of open-fire-baked breads.

Vineyard Haven and Edgartown of a century ago are recalled by one of the oldest Island residents.

If Peter Brannen, author of The Ends of the World, writes the way he recorded town meetings, the book will be a best seller.

On June 3 a guest and I attended the annual recital by the young dancers from Rise studio.

I recently had the scary experience of a close-call with a boy and his bike in a crosswalk in Vineyard Haven.

The recent firing of Joe Wooden, the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital’s chief executive officer, is a mistake.