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Hyannis firefighters deal with traffic crash, vehicle fire at same location »

HYANNIS – Hyannis firefighters responded to a traffic crash at Route 28 and Walton Avenue. Fire crew also doused a car fire at the same location. One person from the crash was taken to Cape Cod Hospital. Further details were not immediately available. Photos by John P. Carroll/CWN The post Hyannis…

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Firefighters extricate victim after two-vehicle crash in Harwich »

HARWICH – Two vehicles collided in Harwich about 4 PM Tuesday. According to reports, a pickup struck a car broadside at the intersection of Uncle Venies Road and Ocean Street. Firefighters used the Jaws of Life to free one of the drivers. One person was transported to Cape Cod Hospital with injuries…

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Developing: Tech rescue response requested for dog stuck 10 feet down a hole in Falmouth »

FALMOUTH – The Barnstable County Tech Rescue Team was called out about 2:45 PM Tuesday after a dog was found stuck 10 feet down a hole in Falmouth. The response centered on a residence on Jones Road west of Davis Straits. CWN will bring you further details as we get them. The post Developing: Tech…

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Dennis Police warn of delays, urge caution after sewer work leads to potholes on Route 134 »

DENNIS – From Dennis Police: There was an issue back filling the sewer trenches from last night’s work on Rt. 134 southbound. Wet fill being driven over created bad bumps and potholes. The contractor is sending a crew to make repairs. In the meantime, Route 134 southbound, just south of Route…

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One person injured, traffic delayed after crash on Route 6 in Eastham »

EASTHAM – Two vehicles collided on Route 6 in Eastham shortly after 9:30 AM Tuesday. The collision at the Brackett Road intersection sent one person to Cape Cod Hospital and caused traffic delays until the vehicles could be towed. The cause of the crash is under investigation by Eastham Police.…

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Falmouth Man Lugged in Dawn Fentanyl Raid: 150+ Grams Seized, Major Charges Filed »

EAST FALMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS – March 23, 2026 — In a swift pre-dawn operation, Falmouth police arrested a local man they say was running a fentanyl trafficking operation out of his Central Avenue home, seizing more than 150 grams of the deadly synthetic opioid along with cash and packaging gear.…

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Falmouth Man Arrested in Major Fentanyl Trafficking Bust »

FALMOUTH – From Falmouth Police: A Falmouth resident was taken into custody early Monday morning following the execution of a search warrant at his home, where authorities seized more than 150 grams of fentanyl and related drug paraphernalia. According to the Falmouth Police Department, officers…

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Yarmouth Hit-and-Run Takes Bizarre Twist: Driver Returns on Foot, Admits Role as Victim Heads to Hospital [HN Video] »

Hyannis News Video Notes from West Yarmouth: It was 3 a.m., rainy, cold, and dark when things were about to suddenly change. Route 28 in Yarmouth stretched out like a black ribbon of regret, slick with rain that washed away every trace of mercy. The emergency call came in: one soul left broken on the…

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Breaking: House fire reported in Bourne »

BOURNE – A house fire was reported in the Sagamore section of Bourne shortly before 7 PM Sunday. Smoke was showing from the eaves and attic of the house on Adams Street. All occupants safely evacuated but one person was evaluated for smoke inhalation. Mutual aid was called to the scene and to cover…

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: Na’Sean Kirkland (FL) »

Na’Sean Kirkland, Age Now: 13, Missing: 03/21/2026. Missing From MAITLAND, FL. ANYONE HAVING INFORMATION SHOULD CONTACT: Maitland Police Department (Florida) 1-407-539-6262.

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