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Falmouth Police investigating alleged assault on CCRTA bus driver »

FALMOUTH – Falmouth Police are investigating a reported assault on a Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA) bus driver Saturday evening. The incident happened in the 700 block of Teaticket Highway (Route 28). The driver was evaluated by EMTs. There was no immediate word on any arrests. CWN…

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Breaking: Falmouth firefighters battling house fire »

FALMOUTH – Falmouth firefighters rushed to the scene of a house fire about 5 PM Saturday. Flames were visible from a residential structure at 15 Davisville Road. Additional resources were called to the scene. Fire crews were able to get the fire under control quickly. Despite initial concerns people…

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Detectives investigating after man found deceased in Falmouth yard »

FALMOUTH – A man was reportedly found dead in the yard of a house on County Road between North Falmouth Highway (Route 28A) and Old Main Road about 10:45 AM Saturday. Falmouth Police Detectives along with State Police detectives assigned to the District Attorney’s office responded to process…

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Three injured in Hyannis rollover crash »

HYANNIS – At about 2:30 PM Saturday afternoon there was a two-vehicle crash at Iyannough Road (Route 28) and Yarmouth Road (Willow Street) in Hyannis. An Infiniti sedan and Chevy Silverado pickup collided with the pickup rolled over but ended up back on its wheels. 3 poeple were transported to…

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“Machete”-Wielding Ex Invades Home, Attempts Stabbing and Strangulation in Hyannis Rampage: Police »

HYANNIS, MASSACHUSETTS — A terrifying home invasion unfolded on December 3, 2025, when Tyson Colton allegedly entered his ex-girlfriend’s boyfriend’s residence armed with a large knife, possibly a machete, threatening to kill everyone involved—including himself, according to police reports.…

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Vehicle overturns in Falmouth »

FALMOUTH – A vehicle reportedly struck a guardrail and overturned in Falmouth. The crash happened sometime after 8:30 PM Thursday on Nathan Ellis Highway (Route 151) by Ranch Road. Firefighters had to extricate the driver from the wreckage. The victim appeared to have escaped serious injury. Falmouth…

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Small fire reported on Hy-Line ferry in Hyannis »

HYANNIS – A small fire was reported on the Hy-Line Ferry Grey Lady IV about 11:30 AM Thursday. According to reports crewmembers put out the fire in a HVAC motor. The vessel docked and all passengers disembarked without injury. The exact cause of the fire is under investigation. The post Small fire…

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AirTag Leads Staties to Stolen $30K+ Stump Grinder, Nets Narcotics, Two in Custody [HN Video] »

HYANNIS, MASSACHUSETTS — (HN video notes) – A hidden Apple AirTag on a valuable stump grinder proved pivotal in a swift recovery operation by Massachusetts State Police, leading to the seizure of suspected narcotics and the custody of two men in a Hyannis parking lot. The incident unfolded shortly…

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Falmouth Police hold swearing in and awards ceremony »

FALMOUTH – From Falmouth Police: On Tuesday December 2nd 2025, the Falmouth Police Department proudly held a Swearing-In and Awards Ceremony. Chief Jeffrey A. Lourie welcomed officers, families, and community members as the department celebrated both the pinning of newly hired officers and the…

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Edgartown Police mourn passing of retired chief »

EDGARTOWN – From Edgartown Police: t is with deep sadness that the Edgartown Police Department announces the passing of Retired Chief David Rossi. Chief Rossi served our department with honor and dedication for nearly 30 years, leaving a lasting impact on our community and shaping the Edgartown…

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