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Falmouth Police assist person in crisis »

FALMOUTH – From Falmouth Police: On August 26, 2025, at approximately 11:52 AM, the Falmouth Police Department was dispatched to a report of an individual experiencing a mental health crisis. Officers, accompanied by an FPD Clinician, began searching for the person with assistance from the Barnstable…

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Dennis Police seek Jeep Grand Cherokee regarding hit & run crash with injuries »

DENNIS – From Dennis Police: Late Saturday evening, a South Dennis resident was driving on Main Street when he was slammed into from behind, causing his vehicle to roll, injuring him and his passenger. The suspect vehicle fled the scene, and due to the darkness and accident, the victim could not…

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Eight American Flags Honoring Purple Heart Recipient Ripped Down in Disgraceful Act »

WEST YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS –  In a shocking display of disrespect, a vandal(s) has once again targeted the Lance Corporal William Joseph Donovan Jr. Memorial Bridge, tearing down American flags placed in honor of the Purple Heart recipient. This marks the second attack in just two months. Early…

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Sandwich Man Charged with Stealing $2,500 in Tools and Vehicle Keys in Brazen Daytime Heist »

SANDWICH, MASSACHUSETTS – A local man, John Catalano, was arrested on August 25, 2025, after a bold daytime theft spree targeting work vans in Sandwich, according to the Sandwich Police Department. Catalano faces multiple charges, including Breaking and Entering Daytime into a Motor Vehicle for a Felony,…

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CRAZED DRIVER BOLTS FROM WILD SUBARU ROLLOVER, LEAVING OTHER DRIVER HURT! »

FALMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS –  A dramatic hit-and-run crash early Monday morning, August 25, 2025, at the intersection of Thomas B. Landers Road and Geggatt Road has left one driver injured and authorities searching for the suspect who fled the scene. The Falmouth Police Department is urging witnesses…

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Sandwich man charged with stealing tool, car keys »

SANDWICH – From Sandwich Police: A Sandwich man is facing charges of B&E Daytime, Motor Vehicle for Felony, Larceny over $1,200, and Larceny under $1,200 after stealing over $2,500 worth of tools and keys to a vehicle. On August 25, 2025, the police received a call for tools that were just…

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American flags torn down from memorial overpass again »

YARMOUTH: From Yarmouth Police: For the second time in two months, American flags placed in honor of Purple Heart recipient Lance Corporal William Joseph Donovan Jr. have been ripped down from the West Yarmouth Road memorial bridge that bears his name. Early Monday morning, Yarmouth Police were called…

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HYTOWN CONFIDENTIAL: Downtown Photos Capture a “Quiet Night” in Hyannis, Massachusetts »

Last night’s HN photo roundup paints a familiar picture of downtown Hyannis after dark. While no “major” incidents disrupted the area, the overnight hours were far from uneventful. From minor fender-benders and parking lot narcotic investigations to paramedics providing medical services…

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Downed power line sparks brush fire in Orleans »

ORLEANS – A downed power line sparked a brush fire in Orleans sometime after 3 PM Sunday. Firefighters called for brush trucks to get through the each the rugged terrain near the Orleans town well field off Eli Rogers Road. Eversource was requested to cut power to the line so the fire could be…

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Small plane lands safely at Hyannis after reporting smoke in the cockpit »

HYANNIS – A small plane landed safely at Cape Cod Gateway Airport in Hyannis about 3 PM Sunday after the pilot reported possible smoke in the cockpit. The pilot set down safely and no injuries were reported. The FAA will investigate the incident. The post Small plane lands safely at Hyannis after…

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