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Fire Marshal says its likely lithium-ion batteries sparked 4-alarm blaze in Onset, surveillance video released »

ONSET – The fire that caused major damage to a hobby shop and a nearby business this weekend most likely started with lithium-ion batteries, said Onset Fire Chief Jeffrey R. Osswald and State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine. “Lithium-ion batteries power many of the devices we use every day,” said…

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Firefighters investigate smoke odor at Bourne nursing home »

BOURNE – Firefighters were called to the Bourne Manor Extended Care facility at 146 MacArthur Boulevard (Route 28) about 7:15 PM Tuesday after a report of a burning odor. Because of the size and occupancy additional units were called to assist. Officials believe a faulty rooftop heating unit was…

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Developing: “Shelter In Place” order issued for Bourne neighborhood »

BOURNE – A “Shelter in Place” order was issued for the Edgehill Road neighborhood in Bourne sometime after 3:00 PM Tuesday. Few details are available but a SWAT Bearcat vehicle was seen entering the area. CWN will bring you further details as we get them. The post Developing: “Shelter…

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Students evacuated from Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School after fire alarm sounds »

YARMOUTH – Students were evacuated from the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School on Station Avenue shortly before 10 AM Tuesday. Firefighters were investigating the air handlers as a possible source of the alarm activation. Students were sheltered in another section of the school to get out of…

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Bourne officer promoted to Sergeant »

BOURNE – Bourne Police are so very proud to announce the promotion of Joshua Parsons to the rank of Sergeant. He was sworn in during a ceremony at the Bourne Police Department Monday afternoon with his wife pinning the new badge on him. Congrats Josh! The post Bourne officer promoted to Sergeant…

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Sandwich Police announce passing of retired Deputy Chief Robert Whearty »

SANDWICH – The Sandwich Police Department regrets to announce the passing of Retired Police Chief, Robert D. Whearty. Chief Whearty passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at the age of 81 years old. In 1970 Robert Whearty became Chief of Police. Chief Whearty had previously served with…

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Cape Cod Healthcare Hosting Community Blood Drive in Yarmouth »

(SOUTH YARMOUTH) – Cape Cod Healthcare will host the Yarmouth Community Blood Drive at Thirwood Place in South Yarmouth on Thursday, January 9th, 2025, as the need for blood donations on Cape Cod continues to increase. The Yarmouth Community Blood Drive is open to the public and will take place from…

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Breaking: All students safe after fire breaks out at Mashpee Middle-High School »

MASHPEE – A fire was reported at Mashpee Middle-High School at 500 Old Barnstable Road just before 9 AM Monday. Heavy smoke was reported from the roof of the structure and fire officials immediately struck a 2nd alarm. The fire appeared to involve a heating system. All students safely evacuated…

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*** DEVELOPING *** HN IS PROCESSING AUDIO AND VIDEO FOOTAGE FROM THIS MORNING’S STANDOFF / SWAT OPERATION ON BRISTOL AVE IN HYANNIS… *** STAY TUNED! *** »

*** DEVELOPING *** HN IS PROCESSING AUDIO AND VIDEO FOOTAGE FROM THIS MORNING’S STANDOFF / SWAT OPERATION ON BRISTOL AVE IN HYANNIS… *** STAY TUNED! ***

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Breaking: Fire on Cranberry Highway in Onset escalates to two alarms »

ONSET – A fire broke out in a commercial building in Onset late Sunday morning. The fire at 3086 Cranberry Highway (Routes 6/28) escalated to two alarms to bring manpower to the scene. The building reportedly houses a rent-a-center and a hobby store. Traffic delays were likely along Cranberry Highway.…

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