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Orleans, Massachusetts Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Orleans! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How to actually snag a Nauset Beach parking spot this summer
- Why Orleans is now at ‘moderate’ risk for West Nile virus
Today's riddle: What gets bigger the more you take away? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: A p.m. shower in places, with a high of 83 and low of 66 degrees.
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 77, low: 63.
- Tuesday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 70 and low of 64 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• The Massachusetts Beach Where Shark Sightings Are Common And Finding A Parking Spot Feels Like Winning The Lottery (takingthekids.com) — Nauset Beach in Orleans gets a full spotlight here, from its ten miles of sand and chilly surf to shark-safety tips, wildlife viewing, and accessibility features. You will also find practical advice on parking strategies, fees, gear to pack, and how to enjoy quieter stretches of shoreline just a short walk from the main entrance. 
• Fifth West Nile-positive mosquito sample reported in Falmouth (capecodtimes.com) — Orleans is now among eight Cape towns at a “moderate” West Nile virus risk level, as positive mosquito samples rise across the Cape and statewide. While no human cases have been reported on Cape Cod, officials urge residents to eliminate standing water and take evening mosquito precautions as the season continues until the first hard frost.
📸 Around Orleans
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Upcoming Events in
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Fire Rescue Building Committee - Nauset Room →
Orleans, MA Calendar, 19 School Road (2nd Floor), Orleans
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Cultural Council - Skaket Room →
Orleans, MA Calendar, 19 School Road (1st Floor), Orleans
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State Primary - Voting at Senior Center →
Orleans, MA Calendar, 150 Rock Harbor Road, Orleans
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Conservation Commission - Nauset Room →
Orleans, MA Calendar, 19 School Road (2nd Floor), Orleans
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Nauset E&R Study Steering Committee Meeting - Nauset Room →
Orleans, MA Calendar, 19 School Road (2nd Floor), Orleans
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Snow Library Board of Trustees - Cape Cod Room Snow Library →
Orleans, MA Calendar, 67 Main Street, Orleans
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Site Plan Review Committee - Nauset Room →
Orleans, MA Calendar, 19 School Road (2nd Floor), Orleans
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Nauset Public Schools Joint School Coomittee
Nauset Regional Middle School 70 MA-28, Orleans, MA - Roo
6:00 pm
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
Wednesday September 2
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Dennis Antique Car Parade, Aug 30 →
Patriot Square, South Dennis
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Brewster Kill Tide Arts & Craft Festival →
Drummer Boy Park, 773 Main St, Brewster
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Cape Symphony Presents: Pokey LaFarge
Brewster Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Hermann Theater, Simon Center for the Arts 7 Highfield Dr, Falmouth
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Library Closed
Dennis Public Library DENNIS PUBLIC, 5 Hall Street, Dennis Port, MA, 02639, United
Sunday August 30
Monday August 31
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I’m looking for someone to design and build an e-commerce website for a small online retail store.
If interested, please message me and include a few links to websites you have done. Thanks! (Nextdoor Town Cove)
- CVS Health posted a job opening for Store Associate in Orleans. Apply here.
- Guardian Angel Senior Services posted a job opening for Caregiver Urgently Hiring in Brewster. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Orleans here.
🗞 Nearby News
Eastham
- 'Every drag queen wants to be Dolly Parton': Provincetown performers remember an icon (wickedlocal.com)
- Connecticut vs. Maine Style Lobster Rolls Explained (wbsm.com)
Brewster
- Ocean Edge Resort is on USA TODAY's top 10 list for best spa, hotel (capecodtimes.com)
- Wingate Living begins transformation of Wingate Residences at Pleasant Bay (nerej.com)
Chatham
- Should Value Investors Buy Chatham Lodging Trust REIT (CLDT) Stock? (qz.com)
- Cape Cod Learns to Live With Sharks (nytimes.com)
Ok Orleans! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A hole (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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