For many Islanders, the chairs and benches at the Oak Bluffs Tabernacle are synonymous with the place itself. Now the iconic 19th century seating will be restored.

The former Edgartown Deli will become the newest bar and restaurant in the heart of the village. Island native Chris Fischer will be chef.

With a new manager on deck and an audit that flagged deficiencies from the past year, the Martha’s Vineyard airport commission looked forward and also back at their monthly meeting.

Oak Bluffs voters were inquisitive and sometimes cranky at their annual town meeting this year, questioning budget expenditures and criticizing some town departments.

The Island Home was back on her usual route two days after an electrical fire broke out while the ferry was docked in Fairhaven for maintenance.