Nantucket Current
Giant Nantucket Elm Receives "Liberty Tree" Designation
JohnCarl McGrady and Jason Graziadei •
When the iconic American elm tree on Surfside Road in front of the Nantucket High School was first planted more than 170 years ago, Nantucket was still a whaling town, Wisconsin had just become a state, cars hadn’t been invented yet, and the island’s public high school had only been around for about a decade.Today, it is still standing as one of the island’s oldest elms and Nantucket’s largest tree. Sometimes referred to as "The Broccoli Tree," - nicknamed due to the fact its canopy resembles a
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"We're In A Crisis" - Bus Driver Shortage Strikes Nantucket Public Schools
Jason Graziadei •
A school bus driver shortage has created a "crisis" for the Nantucket Public Schools with three weeks of classes remaining before the summer break. After several unexpected departures among the
Police Believe Enforcement Effort Has Improved Compliance With E-Bike Rules
JohnCarl McGrady •
Police Chief Jody Kasper believes that her department’s efforts to curb the misuse of e-bikes on Nantucket, which led to a series of dangerous crashes last summer, have been effective. But the
Cisco Brewers Says It Is "In No Way Involved" In Tavern & Gazebo Lease Transfer
Jason Graziadei and David Creed •
The Tavern & The Gazebo may have a new operator after this summer, but it won't be Cisco Brewers, according to its management team. In our story published last Monday about Nantucket Island
As Island Deer Herd Grows, Dispute Over Homeowner's Defensive Measures Heads To Superior Court
JohnCarl McGrady •
A local homeowner has appealed a Historic District Commission ruling ordering the removal of a deer fence and cattle grates on their Nonantum Avenue property to the Superior Court, perhaps the most
"We Love The Island To Death" - Town Raises Concerns With Daffodil Festival Weekend
JohnCarl McGrady •
The town of Nantucket's Department of Culture & Tourism director Shantaw Bloise-Murphy outlined a series of concerns with the recent Daffodil Festival Weekend in a presentation to the Select
Featured Stories
New Private Club Proposed For Valero Property Off Old South Road
Jason Graziadei •
A new private membership club is being proposed for the Valero property off Old South Road that would feature an equestrian program, regenerative agriculture, a greenhouse and gardens, swimming, and
The Last Mudslide?: NIR Pushing Out Gazebo Owner After 34 Years
David Creed •
Luke Tedeschi has put his adult life into serving mudslides and running one of the most iconic businesses on the island – the Tavern & Gazebo. It is a place he has called home since he was 26
Time To Make The Donuts: The Downyflake To Reopen At Fairgrounds Restaurant
Jason Graziadei •
It's time to make the donuts. After a year and a half in exile, the beloved Downyflake will soon make a triumphant return to Nantucket in a new home: the Fairgrounds restaurant. The Downyflake's
After Being Found In Violation Of Chain Store Ban, Roller Rabbit Reopens Downtown Boutique
Jason Graziadei •
Shortly after the trendy pajama boutique and lifestyle brand Roller Rabbit arrived in downtown Nantucket last summer, it made headlines. Just not the kind it wanted. The Roller Rabbit store on
As Drought Conditions Worsen, Enforcement Of Restrictions Puts Water Department In Difficult Spot
Jason Graziadei •
Mark Willett isn't exactly looking forward to this summer. In fact, he's expecting to be persona non grata around the island. That's because Willett, the director of the town's Water Department, is
Current Sports
Sports Roundup: Sailing Competes In Women's Invitational, Baseball & Girls Tennis Seasons Come To An End
David Creed •
This Whaler sports roundup includes an update on the sailing team following the women’s invitational, as well as the baseball and girls tennis teams following tournament defeats on the road.
Sports Roundup: Girls Lax & Boys Tennis Kick Off State Tournament Play
David Creed •
This Whaler sports roundup includes an update on the girls lacrosse team following their Round of 32 victory at home Tuesday afternoon and the boys tennis team following their win in the preliminary
Fernando Jones Hired As Next Whaler Football Head Coach
David Creed •
The Nantucket Athletic Department announced Friday afternoon that they have hired Fernando Jones to be the football team’s next head coach. Jones, who is currently the Director of Operations for the
Sports Roundup: Softball Senior Day, Boys Lax Wins Again
David Creed •
This Whaler sports roundup includes photos from the softball team's senior game on Wednesday, an update on the boys lacrosse team following another impressive victory, and the girls lacrosse team
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