Weekly Update: Hospital Capacity In Barnstable-Hyannis Area

Here's how the waning coronavirus pandemic is affecting hospitals in Barnstable County.

MA Teachers Balk At Return To In-Person Learning: Patch PM

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Historic Cape Highway Gets Federal Recognition

Old King's Highway, also known as Route 6A, was recognized for its historical significance and scenic views of Cape Cod.

Fired Football Coach Goes On Offense, Sues District | Patch PM

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Conservation Group Sues Barnstable Over Pollution In Lewis Bay

Barnstable officials argued they've never violated any environmental regulations and are working with the state to improve water quality.

How Coronavirus Is Affecting One Barnstable-Hyannis Area Nursing Home: Weekly Update

The federal government is tracking the decline of COVID-19 cases in nursing homes, including in the Barnstable-Hyannis area.

MA Hands-Free Law One Year Later: Barnstable Statistics

See how many tickets and warnings local and state police gave out in Barnstable under the year-old hands-free law.

Barnstable Could See Up To 8 Inches Of Snow

Cape Cod can expect to see snow start falling late Thursday afternoon, and it's not likely to stop until Friday evening.

Nearly 100 Cape Officials Call For More Coronavirus Vaccines

The Cape has more seniors than any other region in the state, and officials urged Gov. Baker to help the region get more vaccines.

Citizen Forums Will Discuss Proposed Sewer Assessment Ordinance

Barnstable is leading the way on clean water solutions.

Barnstable Human Rights Commission Announces New Leadership

Dr. Kate Epperly was named Chair and Patricia Oshman was elected Vice Chair.

Barnstable Police Donate $2K To Fight Breast Cancer On Cape Cod

The money came from the sale of pink police patches, hats, shirts and face masks through the department's "Pink Patch" initiative.

'Warm, Caring' Business Owner Donates Masks: Cape Cod Hero

The helpers are the people who make life better. Nominate your Local Heroes to give them the recognition they deserve, presented by Ring.

Cape Parents Suing School After Sexual Assault On Disabled Teen

The 16-year-old girl was assaulted by another student as others watched — with one of them video recording the attack — the lawsuit said.

Weekly Update: How Coronavirus Is Affecting Barnstable-Hyannis Nursing Home

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including one in Barnstable-Hyannis.

What's Open, Closed On Presidents Day In Barnstable

Presidents Day is Monday, which means some businesses and other services will be closed.

Coronavirus Vaccine Clinic Opening In Orleans

Another 800 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine will be available on Cape Cod soon.

Barnstable Wants Resident Input On Downtown Hyannis Improvement

Town officials created an online survey to help inform them when making future improvements to public spaces in downtown Hyannis.

Pirate Skeletons Discovered In 1717 Shipwreck Off Cape Cod Coast

The remains were found from the wreck site of the Whydah, a ship once captained by the infamous pirate Samuel "Black Sam" Bellamy.​

Car Burst Into Flames Outside Barnstable Home

Firefighters put the flames out before they could spread to the garage of the West Barnstable home.

‘Extremely Frustrating’: Seniors On Cape Cod Struggling To Get COVID Vaccine

The problem, according to many, is the supply of the vaccines just isn’t there. State Sen. Julian Cyr said the infrastructure is in place.

Weekly Update: Hospital Capacity In Barnstable-Hyannis Area

Here's how many inpatient and ICU hospital beds are currently filled in Barnstable County and across MA.

MA Mail-In, Early Voting Expansion In New Proposal: Patch PM

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Patriots Donate $100K To Cape Cod Community College

The money will go towards the school's new science and engineering center.

1,700 More Coronavirus Vaccine Doses Available On Cape: Patch PM

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Barnstable Schools Drop Red Raider Mascot

One committee member had proposed eliminating Native American imagery but not the name, but was convinced otherwise during the meeting.

Coronavirus Vaccines Available At 2 Cape Cod Clinics This Week

More than 1,700 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine will be available at the two sites.

Man Seriously Injured In Pedestrian Crash In Hyannis

The crash happened outside the Cromwell Court Apartments on Barnstable Road.

Barnstable Teacher Honored For Creating Black History Curriculum

A fellow teacher at Barnstable High School nominated Krissie Williams for her work promoting diversity and education at the school.

Here’s How Coronavirus Is Affecting One Barnstable-Hyannis Nursing Home

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including one in Barnstable-Hyannis.

Barnstable Coronavirus Positive Test Rate Continues To Fall

Barnstable is still considered high risk for COVID-19, but case counts and the positive test rate both trended in the right direction.

Girl Scout BOOTH SALE YARMOUTH

Girl Scout Cookie Contactless Booth Sale

Small Cape Restaurants Won't See Boost From Capacity Increase

For smaller restaurant's the state's business capacity increase from 25 to 40 percent will open only a couple of tables.

Cape Officials Ask Seniors For Patience During Vaccine Shortage

County officials said vaccination sites in Orleans, Eastham and Provincetown will open once they can get more vaccines.

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Baker 'Unhappy' As State Ramps Up Vaccination Efforts: Patch PM

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Hospital Capacity In The Barnstable-Hyannis Area: See The Latest

Here are the latest figures on which hospitals and ICUs are closest to capacity in Barnstable County.

State Getting Back On Track After Uneven Nor'easter: Patch PM

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Barnstable Police Rescue Unconscious Woman In Centerville Fire

Emergency crews first became aware of the fire when a newspaper delivery person saw the Centerville house in flames.

Cape Coronavirus Task Force Hosting Vaccine Call For Seniors

About 50,000 Cape Cod residents over 65 will receive an automatic call inviting them to the vaccine info session.