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Federal approval marks major milestone for Cape Cod Bridges Replacement Project »

BOURNE — Gov. Maura Healey’s office announced Wednesday that the Cape Cod Bridges replacement project has reached a major milestone after receiving federal approval of its Final Environmental Impact Statement and a Record of Decision from the Federal Highway Administration. The approval completes…

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Barnstable DPW truck, car collide in West Barnstable »

WEST BARNSTABLE – At about 10:15 AM Wednesday morning there was a two-vehicle crash on Route 149 at the Route 6 westbound exit 65 ramp. A Town of Barnstable DPW dump truck with a trailer and a car were involved. Three people were evaluated but no serious injuries were reported. Barnstable Police…

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Barnstable police officer retires after 30 years on the force »

HYANNIS – From Barnstable Police: As if preparing for retirement after 30 years of service with the Barnstable Police Department wasn’t enough, Officer Brian Morrison took the stage yesterday at Barnstable United Elementary School’s annual Spring Concert, showcasing his musical…

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Multiple units called to brush fire in Marstons Mills »

MARSTONS MILLS – Multiple fire units including brush breakers were called to a brush fire in Marstons Mills about 9;30 AM Wednesday. Officials used a drone to pinpoint the exact location of the fire off Old Post Road. Further details were not immediately available.

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Harwich Police investigating traffic crash »

HARWICH – Harwich Police are investigating this crash at Main Street and Queen Anne Road about 8:30 AM Wednesday. One person was transported to Cape Cod Hospital. Further details were not immediately available.

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Two injured in traffic crash in Barnstable »

BARNSTABLE – Shortly after 8 AM Wednesday there was a two-vehicle crash on Main Street (Route 6A) and Colonial Way in Barnstable Village. A Chevy Silverado and Jeep Compass collided. Two people were transported to Cape Cod Hospital with unknown injuries. Barnstable Police are investigating the…

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Motorcyclist airlifted after Bourne crash »

BOURNE – A motorcyclist was injured in a crash on State Road near Sycamore Avenue in Bourne about 8:30 AM Wednesday. The victim was transported to the former Hoxie School to meet a MedFlight helicopter to be flown to an off-Cape trauma center. The crash is under investigation by Bourne Police.

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Garbage truck rollover snarls traffic on Route 6 near Sagamore Bridge »

BOURNE – A garbage truck overturned on Route 6 eastbound just over the Sagamore Bridge shortly before 8 AM Wednesday. No injuries were reported but traffic was heavily backed up. Mass State Police are investigating the crash.

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Electrical fire reported at Hyannis apartment building »

HYANNIS – Firefighters were called to a Hyannis apartment building shortly before 8 AM Wednesday to find smoke coming from an electrical box on the structure. Everyone safely evacuated and no injuries were reported. Further details were not immediately available.

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Leave Fireworks to the Professionals, State Fire Marshal Urges »

STOW, MA – From Mass Department of Fire Services: Fires, explosions, and serious injuries related to illegal fireworks spike each summer in Massachusetts, and fire service leaders are hoping to reverse last year’s increase over 2024. “Here in Massachusetts, fireworks have caused nearly 500…

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