Cape Cod News 10/12/2023

Nauset High School Renovation Faces Unforseen Costs »

EASTHAM – Surprise challenges related to old construction have raised costs for the Nauset Regional High School renovation project by about $1.3 million dollars. Already approved funds are expected to be able to cover the costs without issue, which are the result of windows in need of replacement,…

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How Third-Party and Independent Candidates Could Threaten Democrats and Republicans in 2024 »

NEW YORK (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an anti-vaccine conspiracy theorist and scion of the storied Democratic dynasty, launched an independent presidential bid on Monday. Cornel West, a philosopher and Black social leader, made the same choice last week. And No Labels, a new political party, is intensifying…

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Staff for Fire Department Headlines Orleans Special Town Meeting »

ORLEANS – Orleans 2023 Fall Special Town Meeting set for Monday night will see voters tackle more funding for fire department staffing. If approved, Article 3 would allow a Proposition 2 ½ override to fund 8 new firefighter positions. The amount needed would be just over $1 million, $925,000 of…

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Community Health Center Receives Recognition For Exemplary Diabetes Care »

MASHPEE – The Community Health Center recently received a special Diabetes Recognition from the National Committee for Quality Assurance. The Diabetes Recognition Program recognizes clinicians providing high-quality care using proven treatment methods. The CHC achieved the designation by excelling…

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Wage Transparency Moves Forward on Beacon Hill »

HYANNIS – Members of the Cape Cod delegation are pushing for a wage transparency and pay equity bill to help close racial and gender earning gaps in the state. The bill, co-sponsored by Barnstable/Dukes/Nantucket State Rep. Fernandes, passed this past week would require businesses with over 25…

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