š± What happened in this weekās busy Nantucket District Court sessions?
Nantucket, Massachusetts Patch AM: a 5 min readHi Nantucket! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- What happened in this weekās busy Nantucket District Court sessions?
- Why Belichickās Fair Street injury case now targets a Nantucket contractor
- Will Nantucket pause its new license plate cameras after privacy pushback?
Also on today's calendar: Talk Radio Icon HOWIE CARR on Corruption, Crime, & Politics at Hyannis Arts Hall and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 79 and low of 70 degrees.
- Friday: Partly sunny and humid, temps: high: 82, low: 71.
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 81 and low of 69 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Current Court Report - August 4, 2026 (nantucketcurrent.com) ā Nantucket District Courtās latest sessions, including this weekās jury week, brought a full slate of arraignments, OUI dispositions, and assault cases involving island residents. Several defendants received continuances without findings, others had charges dismissed or were found not guilty, and a few high-profile incidents, including a downtown stabbing and alleged kidnapping-related assault, now have new court dates set. 
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2. Belichick's lawyers file third party complaint in painter case (ack.net) ā A painterās injury lawsuit over work at a Fair Street home has escalated in Nantucket Superior Court, with Bill Belichickās side now blaming island contractor Levesque Builders in a third-party complaint. The case centers on alleged unsafe conditions at the downtown property and highlights Belichickās extensive ties to Nantucket, including multiple Sconset homes and his sport-fishing boat often seen in Nantucket Harbor. Ā Ā Ā
3. Deputy Police Chief, Town's Chief Technology Officer Discuss Flockā¦ (nantucketcurrent.com) ā Automated Flock license plate cameras now operating at Easy and Broad streets are sparking a major debate on Nantucket, with the deputy police chief touting safety benefits and the townās chief technology officer warning of privacy risks. The CTO is urging the Select Board to suspend use, fully disclose costs and policies, and hold a public forum so residents can weigh in on whether this technology fits Nantucketās values. Ā Ā Ā
4. USS Nantucket To Visit Its Namesake Celebrating America 250 (iheart.com) ā Nantucket will host the USS Nantucket from today, August 6, through Monday as part of the America 250 celebration, giving residents a rare chance to meet the crew and tour related activities. Sailors will explore local history at the Whaling Museum, visit Nantucket Cottage Hospital, and spend time engaging with islanders and answering questions about the ship and Navy life. Ā Ā Ā
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Talk Radio Icon HOWIE CARR on Corruption, Crime, & Politics at Hyannis Arts Hall ā
81 Willow Ave, Barnstable
4:00 pm
Sunday August 16
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Other local events
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ELL Beginner English
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St., Nantucket, MA, 02554, US
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ELL Intermediate English
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India Street, Nantucket, MA, 02554, US
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Sunrise Yoga with Bettina Broer ā
Nantucket, MA Calendar, 15 Harbor View Way, Nantucket
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Friday Music and Movement with Cool Cory ā
Nantucket, MA Calendar, 15 Harbor View Way, Nantucket
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LECTURE: Impacts of European Green Crabs in Our Coastal Ecosystems
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St, NANTUCKET, MA, 02554, US
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Sunrise Yoga with Bettina Broer ā
Nantucket, MA Calendar, 15 Harbor View Way, Nantucket
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AAN Sidewalk Art Show
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St., Nantucket, MA, 02554, US
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Grab & Go Bag: Tissue Paper and Felt Flower
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St., Nantucket, MA, 02554, US
9:30 am
Thursday August 6
Friday August 7
Saturday August 8
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Dance Party in the Garden
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St., Nantucket, MA, 02554, US
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Terrific Thursday Crafting ā
Nantucket, MA Calendar, 15 Harbor View Way, Nantucket
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Read to a Buddy
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St., Nantucket, MA, 02554, US
2:00 pm
Thursday August 6
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