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Chimney fire prompts evacuation of Provincetown restaurant »

PROVINCETOWN – A chimney fire prompted the evacuation of Pepe’s Wharf Restaurant at 371 Commercial Street around 1:45 PM Sunday. Firefighters stretched a hose line and laddered the roof to reach the chimney and extinguish the fire. No injuries were reported. Further details were not immediately…

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Several evaluated after traffic crash on MacArthur Boulevard in Bourne »

BOURNE – Several people were evaluated after a traffic crash in Bourne late Sunday morning. The collision happened on MacArthur Boulevard (Route 28) by the Battles dealership. None of the injuries were believed to be life-threatening. Police are investigating the cause of the crash.

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No injuries reported after vehicle hits Falmouth market »

FALMOUTH – No injuries were reported after a vehicle reportedly struck Kenyon’s Market at 769 East Falmouth Highway (Route 28) shortly before 5 PM Saturday. A building inspector was called to check what was described as minor damage. Falmouth Police are investigating. Further details were…

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One person seriously injured after car crashes into woods on Route 6 ramp in West Barnstable »

WEST BARNSTABLE – One person was seriously injured after a vehicle reportedly crashed into the woods on the eastbound ramp from Route 6 to Route 132 in West Barnstable about 3:30 PM Saturday. Mass State Police troopers arrived at the scene first and reportedly administered CPR to the victim before…

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Yarmouth Police issue safety reminders about e-bikes, scooters and electric dirt bikes »

YARMOUTH – From Yarmouth Police: Our department has seen a recent rise in reports regarding erratic and dangerous riding behavior involving e-bikes, scooters, and electric dirt bikes by both children and adults. This is part of a troubling national trend; injuries tied directly to e-mobility crashes…

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Hazmat technicians called to West Dennis Beach after lithium-ion battery explosion »

DENNIS – Hazardous materials technicians were called to West Dennis Beach late Friday afternoon. According to reports, a lithium-ion battery for a hydrofoil exploded. No injuries were reported. Firefighters were working to submerge the battery in water. A Tier 1 Hazmat response was requested. Further…

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Oak Bluffs Police seek person of interest »

OAK BLUFFS – From Oak Bluffs Police: The Oak Bluffs Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual pictured in these photos in connection with an ongoing investigation involving a Circuit Avenue business. If you recognize this individual or know of their whereabouts,…

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Two sent to hospital after traffic crash in Bourne »

BOURNE – Two people were transported to a hospital after a two vehicles reportedly collided broadside in Bourne at the Plymouth town line. The crash happened about 7:10 AM Friday at Old Plymouth Road and Village Green Road. The injuries did not appear life-threatening. Bourne Police are investigating…

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Edgartown Police seek persons of interest in trespassing incident »

EDGARTOWN – From Edgartown Police: The Edgartown Police Department is looking to identify these parties in relation to a trespassing incident last night. If you have any information, please call the station at 508-627-4343.

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Mashpee Police seek shoplifting suspect »

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