Katrina Liu

Boston, Martha's Vineyard, United States

General Assignment Reporter at Vineyard Gazette

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Articles

Felix Neck and Featherstone Fly Together

2 weeks ago | vineyardgazette.com | Katrina Liu

Featherstone Center for the Arts and Mass Audubon Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary are flocking together, collaborating on a new exhibition titled For The Birds. The exhibit has been enriching for both organizations, said Featherstone executive director Ann Smith. “It’s been a wonderful opportunity to welcome Felix Neck visitors to Featherstone and Featherstone visitors to Felix Neck,” she said.
West Tisbury Passes Override

2 weeks ago | vineyardgazette.com | Katrina Liu

Voters in West Tisbury passed a $1.6 million override at the annual town election Thursday. The override, proposed by the town to deal with spending increases and the need for new positions in town hall, was approved 248 to 150, according to the unofficial tally. The funding request will help to pay for a new fire protection officer, facilities manager and local inspector, town officials said before the election.
Towns Pass Leaf Blower Bans

2 weeks ago | vineyardgazette.com | Addison Antonoff |Katrina Liu

The days of gas-powered leaf blowers on Martha’s Vineyard are numbered after three towns voted to phase out the lawn equipment at their annual town meetings Tuesday night. The bylaws are being proposed across the Island in an attempt to reduce noise and emissions, according to proponents. The articles drew some concerns from landscaping businesses in the lead-up to Tuesday, but passed at the first three town meetings of the season in Oak Bluffs, Edgartown and West Tisbury.
West Tisbury Town Meeting Passes Override, Rejects Mill Pond Committee

2 weeks ago | vineyardgazette.com | Katrina Liu

West Tisbury voters gave the initial green light for a $1.6 million override and a $200,000 debt exclusion at the annual town meeting Tuesday. The override was needed to deal with various spending increases within the town, including new positions such as a facilities manager and fire protection officer. The debt exclusion was requested by the Up-Island Regional School District to pay for HVAC repairs at the West Tisbury school and the removal of the bell tower at the Chilmark school.
Jewish Cultural Festival's New Proposal Hits Parking Snag

2 weeks ago | vineyardgazette.com | Katrina Liu

Chabad on the Vineyard is still trying to nail down its plans for a popular summer festival after its proposal for parking was met with resistance by Chilmark town officials last week. On April 1, Rabbi Tzvi Alperowitz went to the Chilmark select board to seek permission to have attendees of the Jewish Cultural Festival park on town-owned land and then ride a shuttle to the event at a large private property on Point Inner Way.
Skating to Nature's Rhythms at Year-End Ice Show

2 weeks ago | vineyardgazette.com | Katrina Liu

The 36th annual ice show led the audience through earth, wind, water and fire with group and solo routines this weekend. Titled Nature’s Symphony, the show brought together families and friends in the stands, and skaters of all skill levels on the ice, some who had stepped on the ice for the first time six months ago. Alyssa Whitney and Adelynn Rose. — Ray Ewing Co-director Beth O’Connor said she enjoys seeing all the hard work culminate in one weekend each year.
Nothing But Net at Waylon Sauer Basketball Tournament

2 weeks ago | vineyardgazette.com | Katrina Liu

On Sunday morning, the sounds of Wampanoag tribal drumming filled the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School gymnasium as the spirit of Waylon Sauer was remembered and honored during the second annual Waylon Sauer 3V3 basketball tournament. Gradually the drumming by Durwood Vanderhoop and Tobias Vanderhoop gave way to sounds of basketballs hitting the hardwood, sneakers squeaking on the floor and the audience cheering as the games got underway. Event began with Wampanoag ceremonial drumming.
A Dedication to Debuts — Offside News

2 weeks ago | offsidenewsco.com | Katrina Liu

How do you script a transition? Well, usually you can’t. I’ve always been a believer that even with the utmost preparation, you can never be fully prepared for something you don’t know. But picture this. You’re playing on the number one ranked NCAA hockey team in the country. You’re a large part of its success, actually. Both years you’ve been here, the team has been ranked number one. You get knocked out of the tournament again, earlier than last time, but by the same team.
School Feasibility Study on the Agenda in West Tisbury

3 weeks ago | vineyardgazette.com | Katrina Liu

General overrides, school repairs and new bylaw language will all be decided at the West Tisbury annual town meeting next week. Town meeting takes place Tuesday, April 8 at the West Tisbury School, beginning at 6 p.m. There will also be a special town meeting at 5:55 p.m. to vote on classifying West Tisbury as a seasonal community designation. Childcare will be available at the school from 5:45 to 9 p.m. To register, email [email protected] or call 508-693-3366. The quorum is set at 137 people.
Job Fair Is Boon for Students and Local Businesses

3 weeks ago | vineyardgazette.com | Katrina Liu

The Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School gymnasium was packed Wednesday afteroon with students and local businesses for the annual spring job fair. Forty five Island businesses gathered behind tables, speaking to students about various job opportunities for the upcoming summer and beyond. From farms and restaurants to the building trades and municipal jobs, there was a widespread amount of interests represented.