Barnstable Police Officers Raise Awareness About Rare Disease

BARNSTABLE, MA — Barnstable police officers and local firefighters are hitting the court for a cause that goes beyond basketball.

On Nov. 28 at 4 p.m., COMM Firefighters and the Barnstable Police Department will team up to face the Barnstable High School boys varsity basketball team in a charity matchup.

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Admission is just $5, with the event raising awareness of moyamoya disease and supporting research into the rare condition.

The cause hits especially close to home for local firefighters, as the daughter of a Barnstable firefighter has been affected by the disease.

The matchup offers residents a chance to enjoy an afternoon of basketball while rallying around a local family and bringing attention to a rare disease that affects blood vessels in the brain.

The game will be held at Barnstable High School.