Chappaquiddick Island (Wampanoag: Noepetchepi-aquidenet; Colloquially known as "Chappy") is a small island connected to the eastern end of Martha's Vineyard and is part of the town of Edgartown, Massachusetts. Norton Point, a narrow barrier beach, connects Martha's Vineyard and Chappaquiddick between Katama and Wasque (pronounced way-sqwee). Occasional breaches occur due to hurricanes and strong storms separating the islands for periods of time. Most recently, the two were separated for 8 years, reconnecting on April 2, 2015.