Did you Know That Certain Changes Can Affect SSI Payments?

Giving you reporting options to ensure payment accuracy

Active Military And Veterans: Discover All You Can Do Online With Social Security

Check out our dedicated information page for Veterans

Getting SSI and Working? What You Need to Know

New tools to make wage reporting easier

Foster Care: Supporting Youth As They Transition Into Adulthood

Helping youth build a strong foundation

Social Security Survivor Benefits For Children

Learn how we can help families who have lost a parent

Amid Immigration Controversy, Barnstable Tables Decision On ICE Cooperation

County representatives postponed a decision about blocking collaboration with the federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.

Hyannis Hotel Hosts Election For Country 4,800 Miles Away: Report

The recent ballot-casting wasn't like most elections in Massachusetts.

'No Kings,' Cape Cod May Say Again In Saturday Protests

Demonstrations are slated in MA and nationwide on March 28, and organizers think the events might be the largest yet.

How Serious Was The Blizzard's Damage? Officials Want To Know

The recent storm took a heavy toll on the Cape, and now the state is trying to determine just how costly the winter weather was.

What To Do With $300,000? Barnstable Wants To Know

The town is looking for public input that will help determine how federal funds are spent.

Letter: Barnstable Needs To Think Twice About Nicotine-Free Proposal

The following letter was submitted by Paresh Patel, who operates the AM PM Convenience Store in Hyannis.

Barnstable To Preview Major Sewer Expansion At Public Meeting

The town is preparing to begin construction of new sewer lines that will take three years to install.

Social Security Announces 2026 COLA

Find out how much your benefits will increase

Barnstable Offices Closed For Veterans Day

Here's how that'll impact other town operations like trash and recycling collection.

Keane, Crocker, Sheingold Win Barnstable Council Seats + School Committee Results

Here's who won School Committee and Town Council seats, according to unofficial results from Barnstable.

Barnstable Voter Guide 2025: What To Know Ahead Of Tuesday

All the races to know ahead of Barnstable's Nov. 4 election.

Barnstable Voter Guide 2025: Registration Deadline, Candidates

Here's what you need to know ahead of Barnstable's Nov. 4 election.

Barnstable County Gets Grant To Update Wildfire Plan

The update will provide the Cape’s 15 towns with new wildfire risk maps, town-specific strategies, and an online hub of resources.

Cape Cod Bridge Replacement Funding Paused, Trump Administration Says

The administration said it paused U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Funding. Local officials said the project can still move forward.

Social Security Launches Redesigned Homepage at SSA.gov

Check it out!

Press Release

Celebrating 90 Years of Service

Construction Underway On Barnstable's New Fire Station

A new fire station on Phinney's Lane is underway after more than two years of planning.

MA Officials Announce 'Nation-Leading' Biodiversity Plan On Cape Cod

It's the first time a state has comprehensively set biodiversity targets for 2030, 2040 and 2050, including for coastal and marine habitats.

Barnstable Is Updating Its Open Space and Recreation Plan. Officials Want To Hear From Locals

Have opinions on how the town uses its open space and recreation resources? Here's how your voice can be heard.

Social Security Achieves Key Milestones in Customer Service Transformation

News Release

$2.8 Million Grant For 'Reinvented Toilets' Approved By Barnstable Co. Commissioners

Testing is expected to begin in early 2026 with three new hires joining the county's health and environment division.

Barnstable Police Begin Recruiting After Civil Service Departure

The department will look to interview and hire recruits outside of the Civil Service system for the first time since 1937.

Barnstable July 4: Town Office Closures, Trash Impacts

Here's when to put your trash out this week in Barnstable to account for the July 4 holiday.

Social Security Board of Trustees: Projection for Combined Trust Funds-One Year Sooner than Last Year

News Release

‘No Kings’ Protest To Be Held Saturday In Barnstable: What To Know

The protests are scheduled for the same day as a military parade for the army’s 250th anniversary and President Donald Trump's birthday.

MA Rep. Keating Seeks Answers After ICE Arrests On Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket

Keating, who represents the islands and also Plymouth, is seeking clarity from the organization but has yet to get any information, he said.

Social Security Expands Options to Change Direct Deposit

Important information for beneficiaries

Cape Cod Town Responds To Trump Sanctuary City Claim

Barnstable County was among the 13 named in a public list of places the administration says has sanctuary policies on the books.

Social Security Delivers the Most Popular Baby Names in MA for 2024

Press Release

Sundae School Ice Cream Shop On Cape Cod May Be Torn Down For Housing Project

"It is upsetting because it is the go-to ice cream place in Harwich," Hailey Davis of Harwich said.

Downtown Hyannis Façade Improvement Grant Returns For 2025

The program has provided grants to over 30 local businesses which resulted in over $600,000 in investment in the downtown Hyannis area.

Press Release

New Social Security Commissioner

Centerville, Osterville, Marstons Mills Fire District Hosts Elections

The annual elections are scheduled for May 19. Here's what to know.

MA State Rep. Flanagan Charged In Fraud, 'Cover-Up' Scheme: DOJ

First Barnstable District Rep. Christopher Flanagan was indicted on five counts of wire fraud and one count of records falsification.

Business Owners Can Make Social Security Part of Their Retirement Plan

Check out our Plan For Retirement webpage