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HN Photos from the Overnight: “Frog Parking Only” »

          ABOVE: Barnstable policemen conducted a traffic stop on a Mercedes-Benz sedan on Nightingale Lane near its intersection with Route 28 early this morning in front of a driveway clearly marked “Frog Parking Only.” Whether the driver identified as a frog remains unclear.…

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Large power outage in Chatham on one of the hottest days of the year »

CHATHAM – A large power outage was reported in Chatham on one of the hottest days of the year. Over 1,800 Eversource customers lost electricity, which the utility blamed on “equipment damage.” The company hoped to have service fully restored by 6:15 PM. Further details were not immediately…

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One person seriously injured in traffic crash in Falmouth »

FALMOUTH – One person was seriously injured in a traffic crash in Falmouth about 4:30 PM Wednesday. The collision occurred at Old Barnstable Road and Old Meetinghouse Road. The victim was transported to St. Luke’s Hospital trauma center in New Bedford after a MedFlight was not immediately…

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Traffic Advisory: Paving Operations on Main Street, Hyannis »

HYANNIS – From the Town of Barnstable: On Thursday, July 2, 2026, a contractor working for the Town of Barnstable, RJV Construction Corporation, will be conducting paving operations in the vicinity of 720 Main Street, Hyannis. To facilitate this work, traffic modifications including temporary lane…

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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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