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Marathon men and women
Thousands of runners from all over the world took to the streets on April 21 for the 2025 Boston Marathon, which brought its usual mix of grit, glory, and cheers to the city.
Starry night sights
Nantucketers turned their eyes skyward last month for a one-night-only stargazing event at Altar Rock.
Island scholars shine
Two Nantucket High School seniors — Biliana Dountcheva and Cecelia Wendelken — are headed off to college with the ultimate sendoff, having been named the 2025 Nantucket Scholars.
Rising Tide Cup
The 5th annual Rising Tide Cup disc golf tournament made its shotgun start Saturday morning at the island's championship-style course in the Nantucket State Forest.
Back in business
The Hospital Thrift Shop kicked off its 96th year in business Monday morning with a line of eager shoppers down India Street.
Spring Art Showcase
Local artists took center stage at the Big Gallery on Straight Wharf for the Artists Association of Nantucket’s annual Spring Sweep silent auction.
Debates and defeats
Nantucket voters packed into the Mary P. Walker Auditorium over the weekend for this year's Annual Town Meeting.
Celebrating every stem
At Bartlett's Farm, the annual Daffodil Flower Show, presented by the Nantucket Garden Club, showcased nature's finest blooms in a can't-miss display of color and variety.
Dancing into spring
The Nantucket Historical Association's Flower Power Party returned this year as vibrant and energetic as ever.
Crowned in color
This year's Nantucket Daffodil Festival began with flair at a flower crown-making workshop presented by the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce.
Daffodil Festival
Dreary weather couldn't "rain on the parade" of those at this year's Nantucket Daffodil Festival.
Ready, Set… Hunt!
Sunny weather helped draw a large crowd to the Nantucket Boys & Girls Club's annual Easter egg hunt over the weekend.
A Winter’s Glimpse
As of March 20 — the official first day of spring — winter has finally released its hold on Nantucket.
NSA Scallopalooza
Neither rain nor chilly weather could deter devoted fans of the island's beloved bay scallops at the first-ever NSA Scallopalooza, in early April.
Litter Derby
More than 130 volunteers rolled up their sleeves for the 6th annual Nantucket Litter Derby, hitting the streets and beaches to give the island a much-needed clean-up
Back to the 90’s
Flannel shirts, scrunchies, and platform shoes set the tone for a '90s-themed prom night held on April 5 at the Nantucket Hotel.
Hometown Hoedown
For one night in March, the Chicken Box traded its usual scene for something a little more country as the annual Hometown Hoedown returned to raise funds for Small Friends.
Hands Off Protest
200+ Nantucketers met at the Milestone Rotary Saturday, participating in the global “Hands Off” movement in protest of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
Racing in Green
Families and friends gathered for early-morning fun during this year's ShamRock Run benefitting Nantucket Island Safe Harbor for Animals.