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Divers called to pond at state forest in Plymouth after reports of a missing swimmer »

PLYMOUTH – Divers were called to Charge Pond in the Myles Standish State Forest in Plymouth shortly after 2 PM Wednesday. A swimmer was reported missing at the pond. CWN will bring you further details as we get them.

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Fire breaks out at commercial building in Bourne »

BOURNE – A fire was reported at a commercial building in Bourne about 2:45 PM Wednesday. Firefighters found smoke showing from the structure on Colonel Drive off of MacArthur Boulevard (Route 28). Mutual aid was called to the scene and to cover the Bourne fire stations. About 3 PM, it was reported…

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Yarmouth Police welcome three new officers to the force »

YARMOUTH – From Yarmouth Police: The Yarmouth Police Department is pleased to welcome our newest police officers: Officers Pawlina, Morrison, and Cimino. Tuesday night, the officers were officially sworn in before the Yarmouth Select Board, marking the beginning of their careers with the Yarmouth…

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Crash onboard Steamship Authority ferry causes cancellations, delays »

VINEYARD HAVEN – From the Steamship Authority (SSA): The Steamship Authority is aware of an emergency situation currently occurring on the M/V Island Home, which is currently docked in Vineyard Haven. Our staff and emergency personnel are responding. The vessel’s 9:30 AM and 10:45 AM departures…

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Hyannis Man Wanted on Default Warrants for “Armed Robbery” and Assault Charges Arrested in Pre-Dawn Operation »

    HYANNIS, MASSACHUSETTS – Shortly before 3 a.m. Wednesday, Barnstable Police patrol officers surrounded a home in Hyannis after receiving a call from a female who reported that a wanted man was inside. The caller told dispatch, “You have to send someone,” before hanging up. Attempts…

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Centerville-Osterville-Marstons Mills Fire Department is celebrating 100 years of service »

CENTERVILLE – The Centerville-Osterville-Marstons Mills Fire Department (C-O-MM) is celebrating 100 years of service. C-O-MM invites you to come be part of this special milestone as they reflect on a century of dedication, commitment, and service. The department looks forward to celebrating with…

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Fiery crash in Falmouth injures two, snarls traffic »

FALMOUTH – Two vehicles reportedly collided head-on at Nathan Ellis Highway (Route 151) & San Turner Road about 6:45 PM Tuesday. One of the vehicles caught fire after the collision. Two people were able to self-extricate and were evaluated for injuries. Traffic was snarled in the area. Falmouth…

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Disturbance call leads to drug charges in Falmouth »

FALMOUTH – From Falmouth Police: On July 4, 2026, at approximately 12:19 a.m., officers from the Falmouth Police Department and the Barnstable County Sheriff’s Office responded to 669 East Falmouth Highway for a reported disturbance. During the investigation, officers developed probable cause…

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Locally heavy rainfall causes street flooding »

FALMOUTH – Locally heavy rainfall led to localized street flooding in some areas of Cape Cod. Doppler radar estimated 2 inches of rain fell in the last three hours in the Falmouth area. The National Weather service reported at 1126 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a thunderstorm with heavy rainfall…

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Officers Clear Medical Building After Someone Smashes Waiting-Room Window in Yarmouth [HN Photos] »

          Earlier…      SOUTH YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS — Yarmouth police officers cleared a large medical facility on Station Avenue early Tuesday morning after a burglar alarm was triggered and they discovered a shattered waiting-room window. At approximately…

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