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Cannabis regulators allow pot to be transported to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket amid shortage
Cannabis regulators in Massachusetts on Thursday issued an administrative order that will allow pot to be transported to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket islands for the first time.The order came as Martha’s Vineyard was about to run out of pot, with one dispensary temporarily closing in May and the other saying it would close by September.One of the dispensaries, Island Time, had filed a lawsuit against the commission. The other dispensary, Fine Fettle, was the sole grower of pot on the island and had provided all the pot for sale. But Fine Fettle said the small grow operation was no longer economically feasible and was closing it down.Although Massachusetts voters opted to legalize marijuana more than seven years ago, the state commission had previously not allowed transportation of pot to the islands. It had taken the position that transporting pot across the ocean — whether by boat or plane — risked running afoul of federal laws.
Edgartown Town Column: June 14
We have been enjoying some great summer weather. The sun is shining, the sky is that beautiful blue and just enough breeze to be comfortable. It has been great, but do I dare say that we might need some rain just to keep the ground damp. Happy Birthday to all...
Missing Permit Sends Trustees Back to Planning Board
The nonprofit that manages the miles of oversand vehicle trails on Chappaquiddick must go through another layer of review, potentially bringing more scrutiny to the controversial pastime of driving trucks and SUVs out to the pristine beaches. The Edgartown zoning board of appeals Wednesday voted unanimously to have The Trustees...
Oak Bluffs Approves Island's First Veteran Housing Project
A veteran housing project planned for Bellevue avenue in Oak Bluffs could break ground by next May after getting approval from the town’s zoning board of appeals this week. The board voted Wednesday to conditionally approve the 12-unit affordable housing project, clearing the last major regulatory hurdle needed to begin the project.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: June 14
There is much activity and planning this week as the Vineyard Preservation Trust prepares to host its annual Patrons Party and Auction, chaired this year by trustee Debi Crews. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Daniel Fisher House in Edgartown. Proceeds this year will benefit the repairs, renovations and exterior grounds of the legendary Union Chapel.
West Tisbury Town Column: June 14
The Island’s Brazilian community is putting on a show, a festa, and all are bem-vindo — which means welcome. There will be music, dancing, food and games on Sunday, June 16, at the Agricultural Hall from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sounds like a great way to celebrate Father’s Day, as dad doesn’t need another tie, a gravata. (I have a little phrase book.) Feliz dia dos pais.
Chilmark Town Column: June 14
The entire community has fallen into a state of grief with the sudden loss of neighbor, friend, Island advocate and town counsel Ron Rappaport. Ron’s sudden departure leaves us knowing we will no longer see him riding his bicycle, hair flowing out from under his helmet. His sudden departure leaves us knowing he will no longer sit prominently, but quietly unless called upon, at town meeting.
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