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Sandwich Finalizes Updated Home Rule Charter After State Approval

Sandwich's updated Home Rule Charter is officially finalized after clearing the state Legislature and governor's signature. The Sandwich Police Department separately earned re-accreditation from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission, and the town posted official results from…

Falmouth posts no-swimming signs at Megansett after bacteria test

Falmouth posted "no swimming" signs at Megansett Beach after elevated bacteria turned up in a July 15 water sample, with the town awaiting further test results before reopening. The Department of Public Health said the signage went up within an hour of Barnstable County's notice, per st…

Dennis Posts Wastewater Project Update, Details Board Meetings Ahead

Dennis posts a routine wastewater project update as a busy week of civic and library events approaches. The town's News Flash page pointed residents to updated information on the ongoing Wastewater Project July 16, though the notice included no new details. Looking ahead, the Select Boa…

Patuisset Beach Reopens for Swimming in Bourne

Patuisset Beach reopened for swimming in Bourne, the town announced, restoring a popular saltwater beach as the summer season continues. The Town of Bourne's News Flash system listed the reopening as its lead update, with no further detail provided on the closure it followed. The coming…

Harbormaster Flags Jellyfish Surge Along Cape Cod Beaches

Lion's Mane jellyfish are appearing in unusually large numbers along Cape Cod beaches this summer, Barnstable's harbormaster says. Patch reports the sightings have increased as the season warms, prompting caution for swimmers along area shorelines. Separately, a Reuters Connect photo ta…

Patuisset Beach Reopens for Swimming After Closure

Patuisset Beach reopened for swimming this week, the town announced, restoring a popular summer swimming spot for Bourne families. The change comes as the new four-way stop at Barlows Landing and Shore roads, in effect since late June, continues to reshape traffic patterns in the Pocass…

Sandwich Pushes Septic Maintenance as Police Department Earns Reaccreditation

Sandwich urged homeowners to maintain septic systems this week as the Police Department earned statewide reaccreditation. In a July 14 advisory, the town said properly maintained septic systems protect both homes and local water resources and encouraged residents to follow routine upkee…

Provincetown Theater Opens Auditions For August Production

Provincetown Theater opens auditions Aug. 3 for a new staged production. A casting notice for "The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe" surfaced this week in regional theater listings, inviting non-Equity actors to try out for the West End playhouse's next show. The not…

Falmouth Posts No-Swimming Signs at Megansett After Bacteria Test

Falmouth posted "no swimming" signs at Megansett Wednesday after a July 15 water sample showed elevated bacteria, with further test results still pending, per the town's News Flash. Meanwhile, sewer project closures on Brick Kiln Road and Maravista Avenue Extension continue on weekdays …

Dennis Opens Nominations for Annual Public Service Award

Dennis opens nominations for its annual Public Service Award, honoring standout service on town boards. The town is seeking nominees for the Dennis Public Service Award, which recognizes outstanding service by appointed or elected members of the town's boards, committees and commissions…

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