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Firefighters extinguish basement fire in Eastham »

EASTHAM – Firefighters responded to a basement fire in Eastham about 7:30 AM Wednesday. The fire was reported in a cottage on State Highway (Route 6) by Eastwind Drive. According to reports, an object may have been too close to a heater and started smoldering. No injuries were reported. Further…

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Operation Firewall results in arrests of more than 50 suspects including a Truro man for crimes against children as an extension of the Department’s Excellence Initiative »

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Tuesday, the Massachusetts State Police announced the results of Operation Firewall, a three-day, statewide operation that occurred last week. Developed by the State Police’s Division of Investigative Services, the Operation addresses the growing problem of possession, production,…

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Northern Lights make grand appearance »

CAPE COD – The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis made quite an appearance across the region including on Cape Cod. Bourne Police captured the display above, while Dennis Fire posted the photo below. According to Wikipedia “These colorful lights are caused by the interaction of solar wind…

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Cape Wide News thanks those who have worn the uniform »

CAPE COD – All of us at Cape Wide News would like to thank the men and women who have worn the uniform for our nation. Freedom is not free and we owe you a debt of gratitude on this Veterans Day. The post Cape Wide News thanks those who have worn the uniform appeared first on CapeCod.com.

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Falmouth Fire-Rescue holds awards and recognition ceremony »

FALMOUTH – From Falmouth Fire-Rescue: Monday, the Falmouth Fire Rescue Department held its Awards and Recognition Ceremony, celebrating the dedication and bravery of our team. Chief Smith opened the ceremony with inspiring remarks before the swearing in and pinning of our newest firefighters: •…

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Vehicle overturns in Orleans »

ORLEANS – A rollover crash was reported in Orleans about 9 PM Monday. The collision happened on Route 6A by the Lost Dog Pub. One person was transported to Cape Cod Hospital with unknown injuries. The crash is under investigation by Orleans Police. The post Vehicle overturns in Orleans appeared…

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Yarmouth Police investigating traffic crash by 99 Restaurant on Dupont Ave. »

YARMOUTH – Yarmouth Police are investigating a traffic crash on Dupont Avenue by the 99 Restaurant Monday evening. The driver was reportedly being treated at Cape Cod Hospital for very serious injuries. Further details were not immediately available. The post Yarmouth Police investigating traffic…

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Crash sends minivan into front of Stop & Shop in Yarmouth »

YARMOUTH – A traffic crash sent a minivan into the front of the Stop & Shop on Station Avenue in Yarmouth. The crash happened about 7:15 PM Monday. EMTs evaluated the driver. There were no reports of injuries in the store. A building inspector was called to check the extent of the damage. Yarmouth…

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Two alarm fire heavily damages Wareham home »

WAREHAM – From Wareham Fire: On Monday November 10th, at 6:21 AM, Wareham Fire responded to 150 Indian Neck Road for a reported chimney fire. Upon arrival of Engine 1 and C-3 (Assistant Chief Rogers) it was determined that the fire had extended beyond the chimney, with heavy fire conditions. A/C…

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Video: Vehicle catches fire in parking lot of Falmouth High School »

FALMOUTH – A vehicle caught fire in the parking lot of the Falmouth High School on Gifford Street Monday morning. According to reports some bus drivers tried to use fire extinguishers on the fire to no avail. Firefighters quickly put out the fire. No injuries were reported. Video via Cape Cod Incidents:…

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