Barnstable Schools Make Masking Optional Beginning Feb. 28

The vote came after a half-hour of public comment in which every parent that spoke called for the committee to remove the mask mandate.

Barnstable County Government: Make Your Spring Planting Plans With The Master Gardeners

See the latest announcement from the Barnstable County Government.

BPD : Summer Seasonal Community Service Officer

See the latest announcement from Barnstable Police Department.

Man Claiming To Be Kennedy Relative Vandalizes Compound: Police

Police said Anthony Putnam, 32, has shown up at the Kennedy compound before and left a box with what he claimed had his DNA inside.

Barnstable's Town Podcast Launches On Streaming Platforms

Learn about town history, art, town budgets, beach stickers, dog licenses and more on "Discover Barnstable," the town's official podcast.

Barnstable School Committee To Discuss Mask Mandate Feb. 16

This will be the second discussion about mask mandates this month, following parents bringing up the issue before the state mandate ended.

Barnstable Giving $10K To 10 Local Businesses

The grants will cover wages, rent, utility bills for 10 Barnstable small businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Deadline Approaching: Annual Native Plant Sale In Barnstable County

Native plants are essential for our local ecology; they provide resources for wildlife and maintain biodiversity.

Barnstable County Human Rights Advisory Commission Announces Two New Members Daniel Beltran And Edgar Miranda

Daniel Beltran is a retired social worker who has extensive experience directing social service agencies that address homelessness, dome ...

Police Still Looking For Missing Cape Teen Boy

Anyone with information should call Barnstable police at 508-775-0387 or the Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST​.

Cape Cod Resort Launching Indoor, Oceanfront Curling

You can feel like you're part of the Winter Olympics right from the Cape by going curling at The Pelham House Resort.

Barnstable's Most Popular Dog Names Revealed

As Barnstable pet owners get ready to relicense their pals, the town released the top dog names. Did your pooch's name make the cut?

Most Who Bought Cape Cod Homes During Pandemic Staying Year-Round

The Cape Cod Commission sent a survey to more than 5,800 pandemic homeowners to learn what factors brought them to the region.

Parts of 2 Barnstable Streets Closing For Sewer Pump Project

The closure is so the town's contractor, Robert B. Our, Inc., can complete a rehabilitation of the Old Colony Sewer Pump.

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Cape Man Shoots At Hyannis Home With Children Inside: Police

Some of the children inside the Hyannis home were under the age of 10, Barnstable police said.

Barnstable Schools Set 2022-2023 Calendar

The Barnstable School Committee approved next year's academic calendar at its Feb. 2 meeting.

House Fire Takes 7 Cape Fire Departments To Battle

The fire started in the basement, but spread all the way to the attic, officials said. It took firefighters about four hours to put out.

MA Legislature Passes Paramedic Care For Police K-9s

The bill, coined "Nero's Law" is named after the late Yarmouth police Sgt. Sean Gannon's K-9. Gannon was shot and killed in a 2018 standoff.

Cape Man Who Went Missing In Blizzard Found Dead

Jean Paul Morancy, 56, was found along a fence near an unoccupied home wearing only a t-shirt and shorts, police said.

$1 Million Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Hyannis

The winning ticket was bought on Wednesday at Corner Food Market at 640 Main St.

Barnstable COVID-19 Rates Continue Declining

The positive test rate in Barnstable decreased from 20.25 to 18.34 percent. As of Thursday, the state positive test rate was 5.89 percent​.

Cape Cod Home Suspended Over Ocean On The Move After Blizzard

Residents watched anxiously during the weekend blizzard, wondering if the house would survive. The house somehow withstood the storm.

Gunshots Lead To Crack-Cocaine, Gun Arrests In Hyannis: Police

Barnstable police said they seized two handguns, four large capacity magazines, 22 grams of crack-cocaine and a large sum of cash.

Cape Cod Healthcare, Union Agree To Wage Increases

Specifically, union members would see a 10 percent growth in their wages over the life of the contract, union officials said.

Barnstable County Government: ARPA PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD EXTENDED TO FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2022

See the latest announcement from the Barnstable County Government.

Hospital Capacity In Barnstable-Hyannis Area: Latest

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Barnstable County and across MA.

Defend Against Scammers Who Target Your Social Security Benefits

Learn how you can protect yourself against scammers

Community Rallies For Cape Nursing Student After Crash, Fire

Emily Daddona, 22, was hit by a drunken driver. Less than a week later, her house caught fire.

Cape Cod Hospitals Need Blood: See The February Donation Schedule

All blood collected at Cape Cod Healthcare blood drives stays on Cape Cod.

Barnstable Public Schools Closed Monday After Weekend Blizzard

The storm saw nearly two feet of snow hit Cape Cod, and left tens of thousands of people without power.

Thousands On Cape Still Without Power After Weekend Blizzard

An Eversource spokesperson said most Cape Cod customers will have their power back by the end of day Monday.

Barnstable Blizzard: Police Issue Parking Ban

There could be 18 to 24 inches of snow in Barnstable from the blizzard beginning late Friday into Saturday.

Barnstable Coronavirus Rates Show Signs Of Decline

The positive test rate in Barnstable decreased from 22.81 to 20.25 percent. As of Thursday, the state positive test rate was 9.48 percent​.

Hospital Capacity In Barnstable-Hyannis Area: Latest

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Barnstable County.

Barnstable Schools To Participate In State At-Home Test Program

Students and staff that participate will be sent home with a two-test kit every two weeks, so they can self-test once weekly.

Navy Veteran Jumps Into Cape & Islands District Attorney Race

Sandwich Attorney John Carey will try to keep the Cape & Islands District Attorney's Office under Republican control.

Barnstable County Government: Master Gardeners Announce ‘Backyard Horticulture' Course 

Backyard Horticulture is a gardening course for all levels of gardeners. The course is taught by experienced Master Gardeners and covers ...

Barnstable Teen Reported Missing Found Safe

Stephen Duff, 16, of Centerville, was found Sunday, Barnstable police said.

Rob Galibois Jumps Into Cape & Islands District Attorney Race

Republicans have controlled the district attorney's office for more than 50 years. Defense Attorney Rob Galibois will try to change that.