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FALMOUTH PD SURVEILLANCE LEADS DRUG CHARGES, ONGOING FIREARM INVESTIGATION… »

  FALMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS – [Falmouth PD media statement – March 12, 2025] – On the evening of March 11, 2025, Falmouth Police conducted surveillance at a residence on Central Avenue suspected of involvement in narcotics activity. At approximately 7:00 PM, officers observed a vehicle…

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Barnstable Police investigating after reports of gunshots fired at Hyannis condo complex »

HYANNIS – Barnstable Police are investigating after reports of gunshots being fired shortly before 8:30 PM Wednesday. The incident reportedly happened at the Cape Crossroads complex at 800 Bearse’s Way. Initial reports did not indicate anyone being hit by the gunfire. CWN will bring you further…

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Stakeout on Central Avenue in Falmouth leads to two arrests, seizure of illegal firearms »

FALMOUTH – From Falmouth Police: On the evening of March 11, 2025, Falmouth Police conducted surveillance at a residence on Central Avenue suspected of involvement in narcotics activity. At approximately 7:00 PM, officers observed a vehicle make a brief stop at the residence, behavior consistent…

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***  WATCH ***  CREWS BATTLE TWO-ALARM STRUCTURE FIRE IN HYANNIS [RAW HN FOOTAGE] »

HYANNIS, MASSACHUSETTS –  [HN VIDEO NOTES]  –  The following is raw HN footage of firefighters battling what turned out to be a two-alarm structure fire.  The fire broke out inside a separate commercial building behind Ocean State Job Lot, in the area of 379 Iyannough Road (Route…

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Fire breaks out in commercial building in Hyannis »

HYANNIS – Fire broke out in a commercial building in Hyannis shortly after 1 PM Wednesday. Fire crews responded to 379 Iyannough Road (Route 28) and discovered smoke showing from a metal clad structure behind the strip mall housing the Eastern Bank across from the airport. CWN will bring you further…

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Deck fire causes damage to Falmouth home »

FALMOUTH – Fire broke out below the deck of a house in Falmouth shortly after noon Wednesday. Firefighters responded to a residence on Ravenwood Road and were able to douse the flames. The quick work by firefighters minimized damage to the house. Every was able to safely evacuate and no injuries…

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Cape Cod National Seashore announces prescribed burn at Fort Hill in Eastham »

EASTHAM – Cape Cod National Seashore will conduct a prescribed burn at Fort Hill in Eastham, weather permitting, during the second week of March. The park will provide updates on timing via its website and social media platforms. The prescribed burn will be conducted by trained and experienced…

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Multiple units respond to large brush fire in Sandwich »

SANDWICH – Multiple fire units including brush breakers were called to a 2nd alarm brush fire in Sandwich shortly after 12:30 PM Tuesday. Initial reports said about 4 acres were burning on Carelton Drive off Route 6A. By 1:15 PM, the fire was reported under control. CWN will bring you further details…

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Chatham Fire responds to gas leak at Chatham DPW facility »

CHATHAM – Chatham firefighters were called to a natural gas leak at the Chatham Public Works facility at 221 Crowell Road late Tuesday morning. A service line was reportedly struck. The facility was evacuated and fire crews stood by until National Grid could arrive and cap the leak. The post Chatham…

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Falmouth Police report promotions, welcome nine graduates from academy »

FALMOUTH – From Falmouth Police: It was a proud evening for FPD as we presented many new hires and newly promoted officers at tonight’s Falmouth select Board Meeting. We had several experienced officers join us, a couple promotions, and a group of new officers who we affectionately call “The…

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