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  1. Saltwater License Law Takes Effect in JanuaryRead the original story

    18 hrs ago | Vineyard Gazette Online

    ... does not give one unbridled optimism," said Kib Bramhall, another well-known Island fisherman who lives in West Tisbury. Not all states have followed the federal directive. Legislation to create a license requirement in Rhode Island was approved by ...

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    Related Topix: Deval Patrick, Mary Griffin, House, Edgartown, MA

  2. Exhibit Goes to Wara s Personal Front In Pressure Suits, Painted-on NylonsRead the original story

    18 hrs ago | Vineyard Gazette Online

    ... family, who saw three brothers, Clifton, Michael and Leonard, serve abroad. In one letter Clifton Athearn of West Tisbury describes at length the contents of his pockets. "Shirt pocket: toothbrush, wallet, v-mirror, extra fountain pen, new ...

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    Related Topix: Vineyard Haven, MA, Edgartown, MA, Oak Bluffs, MA

  3. Real Estate TransactionsRead the original story

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... to William N. Debettencourt, 3rd and Susan K. Debettencourt, trustees of Two Trust Realty Trust, for $140,000. West Tisbury Nov. 10, Frank R. Mancini, individually and as executor under the Will of Margaret Charlene Moore, sold 34 Brushbroom Lane to ...

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    Related Topix: Edgartown, MA, Oak Bluffs, MA

  4. West TisburyRead the original story

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... Hall, filled to capacity with admirers and memories of Polly Murphy, who died last week. Even before I moved to West Tisbury I knew of Polly Murphy; she wrote the West Tisbury column for the Vineyard Gazette. As Whit Griswold read aloud from some of ...

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    Related Topix: Life, Holidays, Thanksgiving

  5. Turkey turkeyRead the original story w/Photo

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... the Tisbury Farm Market still had a few fresh (that is, not frozen) turkeys for $2.89. Skipper Manter of West Tisbury sells his turkeys for $3.75, but you have to be one of his regular customers to get one, and there is a waiting list. Not everyone ...

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    Related Topix: Life, Food, Turkey, Meat, Holidays, Thanksgiving, Chilmark, MA, Oak Bluffs, MA

  6. TisburyRead the original story

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... Ryan. Only 13 libraries in our state are named as "stars" and three are on the Island. Congratulations also to West Tisbury and Oak Bluffs. Stars are rated on circulation, visits, program attendance, and public Internet use. In other words, our ...

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    Related Topix: Thanksgiving, Life, Holidays, Vineyard Haven, MA, Oak Bluffs, MA

  7. Thoughts on Thanksgiving, from turkeys to giving thanksRead the original story

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... and storyteller who conducts workshops on Martha's Vineyard, around the nation, and in Europe. Ms. Klein and West Tisbury photographer Alan Brigish have collaborated on "Martha's Vineyard - Now & Zen: community, traditions, and transformations," ...

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    Related Topix: Life, Thanksgiving, Recipes

  8. What's behind the numbers in Island school budgets?Read the original story

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... Regional High School District, and the Up-Island Regional School District, which includes Chilmark School and West Tisbury School. School budgets Island-wide include several components. The superintendent's budget covers his office expenses and ...

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    Related Topix: Oak Bluffs, MA, Edgartown, MA, Education Etc., Chilmark, MA

  9. Shining on: Polly Murphy rememberedRead the original story w/Photo

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... at the kitchen table, leftovers that became feasts, and friends into extended family. She died at 86, at her West Tisbury home on Sunday, Nov. 15, surrounded by family. Those who spoke at this past Sunday's tribute to Ms. Murphy - wife of Stanley ...

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    Related Topix: Obituaries

  10. Action on housing funds, cost cutting deliberations on Oak Bluffs agendaRead the original story

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... it would be unable to fund November rent subsidies for about 45 people in Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Tisbury, and West Tisbury. "We are keenly aware of the difficulty the rental assistance program has had," said Greg Coogan, chairman of the board of ...

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    Related Topix: Oak Bluffs, MA, Life, Holidays, Thanksgiving, Dukes County, MA, Edgartown, MA

  11. NoteworthyRead the original story w/Photo

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... new executive directors of various Island organizations. On Wednesday, Dec. 2, from 5 to 8 pm at her home in West Tisbury, welcome Ewell Hopkins of Island Affordable Housing Fund, Adam Moore of Sheriff's Meadow, David Nathans of the Martha's ...

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    Related Topix: 9, Oak Bluffs, MA, Chilmark, MA, Edgartown, MA, Colgate University

  12. Elmer Athearn and staff sergeant MatthewsRead the original story w/Photo

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... and three-dimensional exhibits in an installation. The M.V. Museum's new exhibit features the Athearn family of West Tisbury, including Elmer, left, shown with staff sergeant Matthews during World War II in the Trobriand Islands. Photos courtesy of ...

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    Related Topix: Painting, Arts

  13. Assessments rise for RHS FY2011 budgetRead the original story

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... Mr. Baynes also pointed out. "We did the best we could," he said. Committee member Jeffrey "Skipper" Manter of West Tisbury was not convinced. "There is a half-million dollars in additional assessments to the towns," he said. "You put a nice spin on ...

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    Related Topix: Edgartown, MA

  14. Garcia's Deli broke deal, tribe saysRead the original story w/Photo

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    The Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head shot back hard at Paul Garcia, owner of Garcia's Deli in West Tisbury this week, in response to critical comments Mr.

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  15. Featherstone's Gift ShowRead the original story w/Photo

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... selection of jewelry made with semi-precious stones such as jade, coral, turquoise, and amber. Minor Knight of West Tisbury participating in her second Featherstone Holiday Show. She is showing homemade agate necklaces and earrings, along with her ...

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    Related Topix: Drink, Wine

  16. On Their Way: LTJG Elise ChapdelaineRead the original story w/Photo

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    Elise Chapdelaine was born and raised in West Tisbury, but since 2002, when she graduated from Martha's Vineyard Regional High School, she has traveled far and wide, and she is about to see the world.

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    Related Topix: US Military, US Navy, US Navy, US News, Camp Pendleton, CA, Goucher College, US Marine Corps

  17. Martha's Vineyard District Court Report : Martha's Vineyard Times : November 25, 2009Read the original story

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... $50 VW; number plate violation: dismissed at the request of the Commonwealth. November 6, 2009 Jason M. Canha, West Tisbury; DOB 5/30/72, assault and battery: continued without finding for one year, must pay $50 PSF; threat to commit crime: ...

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    Related Topix: Edgartown, MA, Vineyard Haven, MA, Oak Bluffs, MA

  18. ChilmarkRead the original story

    Tuesday Nov 24 | The Martha's Vineyard Times

    ... The pair departed New Hampshire on September 1 and were greeted on November 12 by their friend Lila Fischer of West Tisbury who is currently studying for her midwifery certification in El Paso, where the two cyclists will be volunteering at a ...

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    Related Topix: Chilmark, MA, Life, Holidays, Thanksgiving

  19. Greenest Design in America Is Right HereRead the original story

    Friday Nov 20 | Vineyard Gazette Online

    ... has tapped into many Americans' competitive streak. This competitive spirit is embodied perfectly in the West Tisbury home of Alexander Boyle, which recently won a national award for the most innovative green energy design in the country. The Boyle ...

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    Related Topix: Alternative Energy, Science / Technology, Renewable Energy (Green Energy), Alternative Energy, Energy

  20. Housing Fund Gifts DeclinedRead the original story

    Friday Nov 20 | Vineyard Gazette Online

    ... assistance program. After a scramble for short-term emergency money that includes taxpayer-funded aid from West Tisbury and Edgartown, rental assistance subsidies for some 45 low and middle income Islanders who depend on them for stable, year-round ...

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    Related Topix: Edgartown, MA, Vineyard Haven, MA, Home, Mortgage

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