Chilmark selectmen put the brakes on a preliminary plan to build a shared-use bike path on North Road, amid a sea of criticism from town residents Tuesday.

The Martha’s Vineyard Fishermen’s Preservation Trust said Tuesday that it hopes to lease the former Menemsha Fish House property, with an eye toward reopening the facility as a community-based wholesale seafood company.

Mooring fees are going up in Menemsha next summer after Chilmark selectmen voted this week to double the fees, bringing them more in line with other Island towns.

Chilmark selectmen created a plan for a coronavirus public awareness campaign at an emergency meeting with the board of health Thursday.

Chilmark selectmen heard updates on town finances Thursday, reviewing recent grants and outstanding Covid-related expenses.

Chilmark selectmen voted Tuesday to approve new regulations for the upcoming scallop and oyster seasons, while keeping a close eye on toxic blue-green algae growth in coastal ponds.