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Elevated fire weather potential Sunday »

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 623 PM EDT Sat Mar 28 2026 …Elevated Fire Weather Potential for Massachusetts on Sunday… A dry but breezy day is forecast for Sunday, with relative humidities in the afternoon expected to drop into the 30 to 40 percent range…

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Dennis Fire announces two new ambulance funded through ambulance receipts »

DENNIS – From Dennis Firefighters: Dennis Fire Chief Chris Guerreiro is proud to share that, with the support of the Administration, Select Board, Finance Committee, and Capital Outlay Committee, two new ambulances have officially been placed into service as of today. These vehicles were funded…

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Two injured in three-vehicle crash in Hyannis »

HYANNIS – Shortly after 5:30 PM Saturday afternoon, three vehicles collided at Bassett Lane and Stevens Street in Hyannis. A Mercedes coupe, Honda CR-V and Ford Bronco were involved. Two people were transported to Cape Cod Hospital with unknown injuries. Barnstable Police are investigating the…

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Mashpee Police announce annual award recipients »

MASHPEE – From Mashpee Police: On March 26, 2026, we presented three awards for 2025 and took the opportunity to reflect on some of our significant accomplishments over the past year. This occasion remains one of my favorite moments of the year, as it allows us to recognize just a small portion…

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Route 151 closed in Falmouth after serious traffic crash »

FALMOUTH – A serious traffic crash was reported on Nathan Ellis Highway (Route 151) in Falmouth shortly after 2:30 PM Friday. The collision which reportedly involved a box truck, happened just east of Ranch Road sending one vehicle into the wood line. Route 151 was closed between Ranch Road &…

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Fire breaks out in garage in Hyannis »

HYANNIS – Fire broke out at a garage in Hyannis early Friday afternoon. Smoke was showing from the garage on South Street by Old Colony Way. No injuries were reported. Further details were not immediately available. The post Fire breaks out in garage in Hyannis appeared first on CapeCod.com.

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Breaking: Large amount of police activity at residence in Falmouth »

FALMOUTH – There is a large police presence at a residence on Teaticket Highway (Route 28) near Maravista Avenue Extension in Falmouth. Falmouth Police responded late Friday morning and State Police detectives were also on scene. CWN is checking with officials and we’ll bring you further…

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Sandwich Man, 67, Charged with Murder of His Sister After Police Find Her Body During Well-Being Check »

SANDWICH, MASSACHUSETTS — A 67-year-old Sandwich man has been charged with the murder of his 61-year-old sister after authorities responded to a well-being check and discovered her body showing clear signs of violent trauma. Cape & Islands District Attorney Robert J. Galibois and Sandwich Police…

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Breaking: Gas main break closes Route 151 in Mashpee »

MASHPEE – From Mashpee Fire: At this time (noon) route 151 is shut down to all traffic. A gas main was struck causing an uncontrolled leak. National Grid is on site trying to remediate the issue. All traffic is being routed down Old Barnstable Road. Editor’s note: The leak is on Nathan Ellis…

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BREAKING: Sandwich man charged with murder of his sister »

SANDWICH – From Cape & Islands District Attorney’s Office: Cape & Islands District Attorney Robert J. Galibois and Sandwich Police Chief Jason Keene announced that on Tuesday March 24, 2026, 67-year-old Kenneth Beltrame, of Sandwich, has been charged with murder. On March 24, 2026,…

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