USDA Has New Raccoon Trapping Strategy For Cape Rabies Prevention

If you own property on Cape Cod, you might be able to help wildlife biologists prevent a rabies outbreak in the region.

4th Of July Pool Safety: Tips To Prevent Drowning In Barnstable

Swimming pool dangers persist, especially for children, in Barnstable

New Nature Trails Open At Lowell Park In Barnstable

The trail gives hikers a new spot to take a walk in the woods and will feature educational signs marking plant life native to Cape Cod.

$15 Million Winning Lottery Ticket Sold On Cape Cod

Highland Farms in Provincetown received a $50,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.

Barnstable Holding Hazardous Waste Collection Day

Get rid of gasoline, rodent poison, paint thinner and more waste that isn't accepted in normal trash pickup.

How Likely Are Shark Attacks On Cape Cod Beaches?: Patch PM

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Cape Cod Baseball League Shatters Attendance Mark: 'It's Going To Be A Great Summer'

More than 10,000 people attended five games on opening day for the Cape Cod Baseball league, more than doubling 2019's total.

White Sharks Spotted Off Cape Cod

As beach season arrives, it might be time to brush up on shark safety recommendations.

From A Whale's Mouth To Kimmel - Cape Cod Man Tells His Tale

The commercial lobster diver from Provincetown who survived being inside a whale's mouth makes a splash on Jimmy Kimmel.

Coronavirus Was In MA Earlier Than Previously Thought: Patch PM

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What Happens When The MA State Of Emergency Ends? Patch PM

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Cape Lobster Diver Injured When Caught In Whale's Mouth

Commercial diver Michael Packard was in the whale's mouth for about 20 seconds.

Barnstable Teacher Placed On Leave After Breaking Up Fight: VIDEO

Cell phone video of the incident at Barnstable High School was shared on social media.

Barnstable Superintendent Leaving School District: Patch PM

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The Ransomware Attack On A MA Ferry, Explained: Patch PM

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Cape Cod Town Named Best Small City For Biking In U.S.

PeopleForBikes also named Provincetown the fourth-best small city for biking globally. Three cities in the Netherlands ranked ahead of it.

Cape Cod Beach Makes Top 10 List In U.S.: Patch PM

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Cape Cod Beach Among Top 10 In US, Says 'Dr. Beach'

Coast Guard Beach was the only New England beach to make the rankings and one of just two in the Northeast.

Video Shows Police On Cape Drawing Guns Near Toddlers: Patch PM

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Mask Confusion Coming To Massachusetts On May 29: Patch PM

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Super Flower Blood Moon: How To See Lunar Eclipse In Barnstable

Worried about how much of the total lunar eclipse you’ll see in Barnstable? Take comfort: It’s 2021’s biggest and brightest supermoon.

MA Liquor Stores, Restaurants Spar Over To-Go Cocktails: Patch PM

Also: MIAA ditches masks | MA man faked suicide | Body found in Falmouth Harbor | 2021 Massachusetts Farmers Market Guide | More

MA To Party Like It's 2019 After COVID Rules Get Boot: Patch PM

Also: City considers safe drug use sites | Massive brush fire | Victims ID'ed in Brockton tragedy | MA man accused in NM killings | More

Cape Researchers Deploy Acoustic Receivers To Track White Sharks

The acoustic detection system uses historic data from 2010 to 2020 to track long terms trends for great white shark movement.

Cape's Vaccine Push Lagging In Communities Of Color: Patch PM

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Cape Cod Athlete's EMT Training Helps Injured Opponent: Patch PM

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Great White Shark Museum Opening In Provincetown

There will also be shark tours available from the marina at MacMillan Wharf.

Woman Plants Flags Honoring Cape COVID-19 Victims, Including Dad

Each flag represents a Cape Cod resident's death and serves as a memorial for the many families who couldn't have a normal funeral.

Helicopters Dropping Rabies Vaccine On Cape Cod: Patch PM

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Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower Peak: How To See It In Barnstable

Meteor shower lovers, catch the Eta Aquariids in Barnstable. There won't be another until the Delta Aquariids in July.

Barnstable Adult Community Center Open For Vaccine Walk-Ins

The clinic will use the Pfizer vaccine and is open to any residents over 16.

Not All MA Towns Will Follow State's Reopening Timeline: Patch PM

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Full Pink Supermoon: When And How To See It Over Barnstable

April’s full pink moon is the first of three consecutive supermoons that will shine big and bright over Barnstable.

Severe Storms In MA Could Produce 'Spin-Up" Tornado: Patch PM

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Fire Displaces 6 Hyannis Residents: Patch PM

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Barnstable Participating In National Drug Take Back Day

Barnstable will join cities and towns throughout Massachusetts in accepting expired or unwanted prescription drugs at the police station.

Cape Cod Weather Station Likely Falling Into Ocean: Patch PM

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Shark Repellant Sales Rising On Cape Cod: Patch PM

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Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: When To See Fireballs In Barnstable

The Lyrids peak is a perfect start to Earth Day in Barnstable. Known for fireballs, the meteor shower overlaps with the Eta Aquariids.

The Vaccine Passport Debate Comes To Massachusetts: Patch PM

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