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Cape Cod House Hunt: Epic marshfront in West Barnstable
Take a look at this week's Cape Cod House Hunt selection, a marshfront gem with incredible views at $1.95M.
More: West Barnstable home for sale: Marshfront gem with incredible views at $1.95M
Former AG Holder pushes for importance of voting in midterm elections
In a talk on Martha's Vineyard, former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder said this year's midterm elections matter more than any in U.S. history.
More: 'We are the cavalry': Former AG Holder pushes for importance of voting in midterm elections
Portuguese man-of-wars found in Chatham and Yarmouth: What you should know
Several Portuguese man-of-wars, a close relative of the jellyfish, were found in Chatham and Yarmouth Monday and Tuesday, temporarily closing beaches in those towns to swimmers.
Read the full story: Portuguese man-of-wars found in Chatham and Yarmouth. What you should know
Live updates: Provincetown sewer failure -- what we know on Friday
Late Thursday evening, the town of Provincetown reported progress on repairs to the sewer vacuum system, and lowered wastewater flows that allow repairs to be made.
Read the full story: Provincetown sewer failure -- what we know on Friday
More than just swimming: What to do at Cape Cod National Seashore that's not at a beach
With more than 40 miles of shoreline and six wide, sandy beaches backed by windswept sand dunes, what more could there be to occupy visitors to Cape Cod National Seashore?
Read the full story: More than just swimming — what to do at Cape Cod National Seashore that's not at a beach
'Next generation': $7M campaign launched to replace iconic Martha's Vineyard educational tall ship Shenandoah
VINEYARD HAVEN — The iconic educational tall ship Shenandoah has been sailing from Vineyard Haven since 1964. Its new owners say it is time to build a new tall ship to replace Shenandoah and preserve its legacy in the coming years.
Read the full story: $7M campaign launched to replace iconic Martha's Vineyard educational tall ship Shenandoah
Readers recommend 5 places for Cape Cod's best fried clams
We asked readers where the best Cape Cod fried clams are, and most of their choices were decades-old favorites. Some food is even gluten-free.
Provincetown’s Surf Club restaurant reopens five years after 2017 fire
Opened in 1958, the Surf Club was closed by a 2017 fire. It took five years to rebuild the restaurant that evokes the old but has modern conveniences.
More: Provincetown’s Surf Club restaurant reopens five years after 2017 fire
🔒 Crazy colored crustaceans: Rare lobsters wash ashore at Cape Cod markets
Cape Cod has lots of visitors in the summer, but the rarest ones are strangely colored lobsters.
Read the full story: Crazy colored crustaceans: Rare lobsters wash ashore at Cape Cod markets
From hake to skate: Behind the push to bring 'unknown' fish to New England's dinner table
Salmon, cod and tuna dominate the plate in the U.S. – but why? The world's oceans are home to more than 30,000 species of fish, and most of the edible ones have never been marketed to the average consumer's tastebuds.
Read the full story: Behind the push to bring 'unknown' fish to New England's dinner table
Want a water view with your Cape Cod dinner? Readers recommend 10 (and more!) places to go
Few things on Cape Cod in the summer can beat a water view. When it’s hard to pull yourself away from the beach or the boat, but you need to eat, several restaurants in every town offer the chance to dine while still watching and staying close to the ocean.
Read the full story: Want a water view with your Cape Cod dinner? Readers recommend 10 (and more!) places to go
🔒 The top 5 human-made structures on Cape Cod
An offbeat look at cool Cape Cod structures, including some you may never have heard of.
Read the full story: The top 5 human-made structures on Cape Cod
Musicals, Shakespeare & for-adults-only stories: 15 shows at Cape Cod theaters
There are a couple of classics opening at Cape Cod theaters this week, but several shows are area premieres or debuts of some kind so audiences can take a chance on some unfamiliar territory. The two shows on the Outer Cape come with a warning about adult situations and language, so leaving the young family at home for those.
Read the full story: Musicals, Shakespeare & for-adults-only stories: 15 shows at Cape Cod theaters
Poll: Vote for your favorite Cape Cod places to eat vegan
Let's see who is turning out the tastiest vegan meals on Cape Cod. Here is a list of places that list vegan selections in their menus or do all vegan food. Choose your favorites!
Read the full story: Vote for your favorite Cape Cod places to eat vegan
Whale jumps on boat in Plymouth: What to know as harbormaster issues safety warnings
Whales have been making a splash in Manomet for over a week now, leading to dozens of striking photographs and videos being shared on social media and local news outlets. In the excitement, perhaps, of just getting a little bit closer, boaters have been seen getting a little too close.
An incident around 10 a.m. Sunday morning (July 24) underscored the importance of keeping a safe distance from the mellow-but-massive creatures. A whale breached and landed on the bow of a small 19-foot vessel.
Read More: Whale jumps on boat in Plymouth: What to know as harbormaster issues safety warnings
There's officially a drought on Cape Cod. How gardeners can deal with these dry conditions
As of Thursday, Barnstable County has entered the "moderate drought" category, according to the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS). The status change reflects a deterioration from the previous "abnormally dry" category.
Read the full story: There's officially a drought on Cape Cod. How gardeners can deal with these dry conditions
🔒 Find out who made the 2022 Cape Cod Baseball League All-Star teams
With about two weeks left in the Cape Cod League Baseball regular season, players get a small break with the All-Star game Saturday.
Read the full story here: Who made the 2022 Cape Cod Baseball League All-Star teams
Want a full-body workout? The Cape Cod Nordic Walking Club meets for strolls with poles
Walking is a great way to explore Cape Cod and ramp up your fitness level, but did you ever notice that your arms have nothing to do? Enter the Cape Cod Nordic Walking club.
Read the full story: Want a full-body workout? The Cape Cod Nordic Walking Club meets for strolls with poles
🔒 No-hitters, walk-offs, playoff wins: Meet the 2022 Cape Cod H.S. Baseball All-Stars
The 2022 high school baseball season has come and gone and plenty of the teams from the Cape and Islands had successful years. Here are the best of the best, the 2022 All-Stars.
Read the full story: No-hitters, walk-offs, playoff wins -- meet the 2022 Cape Cod H.S. Baseball All-Stars
🔒House Hunt: Renovated antique cottage on marsh in Sandwich for $595K
You'll swoon over Swan Cottage, a completely renovated antique home on Mill Creek within easy walking distance of all the delights of one of Cape Cod's most delightful villages.
Read the full story: Renovated antique cottage on marsh in Sandwich for $595K
Chatham's Pier Host Program offers birds-eye view of working fish pier
Fishermen in the Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance talk to visitors about the fishing industry and changes over the years
How cold is the water on Cape Cod? Here's one swimmer's attempt to get an answer
How cold is the water on Cape Cod? Surprisingly warm, pretty chilly and nearly perfect, all in a day.
Read the story: How cold is the water on Cape Cod? Here's one swimmer's attempt to get an answer
The possibilities are endless: Macmillan Wharf home listed for $9.75 million
The iconic home at 16 Macmillan Wharf in Provincetown is on the market for $9.75 million, and with this property, you get a bang for your buck.
More: The possibilities are endless: Macmillan Wharf home listed for $9.75 million
The Fab Four brings the Beatles sound, a jam for Ukraine + 5 more top concerts to see
The Fab Four plays a tribute concert to the Beatles at the Melody Tent, plus Jacob Moon headlines Ukraine fundraiser, Michael Glabicki and Jacob Moon.
More: The Fab Four brings the Beatles sound, a jam for Ukraine + 5 more top concerts to see
New training mandates reduce the number of summer officers on Cape
Cape Cod police department are adjusting to lower summer staffing levels amid new training requirements.
More: New training mandates reduce the number of summer officers on Cape
Vote for Cape Cod's best fried scallops in our poll
We are asking our readers to vote on their favorite Cape place for fried scallops. Check out the list of candidates and choose your favorite.
More: Time to vote: Choose the Cape's best fried scallops in our poll
'Opportunity of a lifetime': Centerville singer to compete in NYC's Amateur Night at the Apollo
Centerville's Tracy Howerton first started singing in a church choir in his hometown in Virginia when he was just a 6-year-old boy. Now, at 52, he is ready to perform Wednesday at the legendary Amateur Night at The Apollo theater in New York City.
More: 'Opportunity of a lifetime': Centerville singer to compete in NYC's Amateur Night at the Apollo
A floral 'reward': Hundreds of blooms in 70+ gardens part of Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival
More than 70 homes on Cape Cod will open their garden gates to the public during the eighth annual Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival, which will take place July 8-17 and benefit more than two dozen nonprofits helping local people and animals.
More: A floral 'reward': Hundreds of blooms in 70+ gardens part of Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival
Cheers to pets: Label contest could land your furry friend on a special Provincetown beer
Could there be anything more glorious than seeing your pet's picture on a beer label? Well, how about a free case of brew!
Read the full story: Cheers to pets! Label contest could land your furry friend on a special Provincetown beer
Yarmouth sea captain took part in Boston Tea Party, receive commemorative plaque
Tea Party patriot Capt. Joseph Bassett's grave in Yarmouth was decorated with a brass marker by the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum.
Read the full story: Yarmouth sea captain took part in Boston Tea Party, receive commemorative plaque
Opening day for Brewster's First Light Beach draws plenty of interest and visitors
The opening day for Brewster's First Light Beach drew plenty of interest and residents. “It's really such a unique opportunity because when do you have an opportunity to create a new beach?" Assistant Town Administrator Donna Kalinick said. "Like, there's just no land. That doesn't happen often.”
Read More: Opening day for Brewster's First Light Beach draws plenty of interest and visitors
'Everyone going into the ocean should exercise caution': Reduce the risk of a shark attack
With summer in full swim on Cape Cod, the Cape Cod National Seashore has issued a guide on reducing the risk of an unpleasant interlude with a shark.
Read more: 'Everyone going into the ocean should exercise caution': Reduce the risk of a shark attack
French Cable Station Museum in Orleans celebrate anniversary
One of the last three cable station buildings in existence, the French Cable Station Museum in Orleans is a piece of the past and a reminder of how modern communication across oceans came to be. Learn more about its past and the impact it had.
More: What's 50 years old this weekend? The rare French Cable Station Museum in Orleans
Tides and crumbling cliffs cause concern at Wellfleet beach
Tides and crumbling cliffs cause concern at Wellfleet beach for beach-goers and life guards, giving a reminder of a problem that is not going away for Cape Cod.
More: Summer of erosion: Tides and crumbling cliffs cause concern at Wellfleet beach
Find out how 10 cold-stunned sea turtles were returned to the ocean on Cape Cod?
Loggerheads, Kemp’s ridley and green sea turtles were brought from the New England Aquarium to West Dennis Beach, where they were deposited on sand mere feet from Nantucket Sound. From there they waddled to sea, flippers flapping, as cameras clicked and caregivers and passersby cheered.
More: Want to find out how 10 cold-stunned sea turtles were returned to the ocean on Cape Cod?
🔒 Want a great view with your dinner? 7 Cape Cod restaurants worth a look
Locals who live on Cape Cod know that even though our beloved peninsula is surrounded by water on all sides, waterfront restaurants are not the norm. Private properties and conservation laws have limited waterfront development in most towns.
That said, there are certainly some wonderful waterfront views that you can enjoy with a meal. And keep in mind that an oceanside view isn’t the only perfect view.
More: Want a great view with your dinner? 7 Cape Cod restaurants worth a look
Hyannis Harbor Hawks at Bourne Braves Cape Cod Baseball League
Bourne reliever Tyler Vogel is knock down as Mitch Jeff of Hyannis arrives safely at home on a wild pitch. Hyannis went on to win 5-1
More: Hyannis Harbor Hawks at Bourne Braves Cape Cod Baseball League
🔒 Cape & Islands Distillers opens tasting room to feature 'Made on Cape Cod' spirits
MASHPEE — The folks at Cape & Islands Distillers hope to ride the trends in the spirits and alcohol beverages market with a new still for making craft spirits and a tasting room at the distiller's Mashpee location.
More: Cape & Islands Distillers opens tasting room to feature 'Made on Cape Cod' spirits
🔒 Poll results: Six sizzling places for the best French fries on Cape Cod
Although there is no documented record, food lore — and National Geographic — say the idea of french fries was likely brought to the United States by World War I American soldiers who encountered the fried potato dish in the south of Belgium. Residents there spoke French, hence the name french fries.
What we wanted to determine in this poll was which restaurants on Cape Cod make the best french fries and why is that so?
More: Poll results: Six sizzling places for the best French fries on Cape Cod
Fireworks, parades & music: When and where to celebrate July 4th on Cape Cod & the Islands
Most of the Fourth of July celebrations across the country had to be postponed for the past two years, due to concerns about coronavirus spread. This year, towns and organizations across Cape Cod and the Islands are going all out with celebrations, rejuvenated to celebrate the 246th Independence Day.
More: Fireworks, parades & music: When and where to celebrate July 4th on Cape Cod & the Islands
Blessing of the Fleet an important tradition for Provincetown fishermen
PROVINCETOWN - Fishing boats on MacMillan Pier were bedecked with American, Portuguese and Azorean flags as their owners readied for Sunday's Portuguese Festival and Blessing of the Fleet.
More: Blessing of the Fleet an important tradition for Provincetown fishermen
Falmouth Demonstration against overturn of Roe v. Wade
Protesters took to the streets on Cape Cod to make their feelings known after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade's protection of abortion.
More: 'A dark day': Supreme Court decision on Roe v. Wade sparks protests on Cape Cod
🔒 Have you seen the Abelew sisters on the streets of Provincetown? They're known for costumes, dogs and loyalty to live performers
PROVINCETOWN — Beth and Bonnie Abelew are seated at a table in the shade of Joe Coffee patio on Commercial Street with their dog, Neptune, who is chewing on a bone under the table.
Bonnie Abelew does most of the talking with Beth nodding in approval or tilting her head to question a statement. The sisters operate like a team.
More: Costumes, dogs and more: Have you seen the Abelew sisters on the streets of Provincetown?
Roe v. Wade has been overturned. What this means for abortions in Massachusetts.
In Suzanne Brock's eyes, the majority of Americans only get half the truth about abortion.
"A lot of the news that you get when people talk about abortion, particularly people against it, they make it sound like it’s a whimsical kind of a decision that people make," Brock said.
As someone who has had an abortion, and knows others who have, this narrative couldn't be further from the truth, she said
Continue reading: Roe v. Wade has been overturned. What this means for abortions in Massachusetts.
Chatham Anglers vs. Cotuit Kettleers Cape Cod Baseball League
In a makeup game, the Cotuit Kettleers (9-0-1) came out on top over the Chatham Anglers (3-6-1), 9-2, at Lowell Park.
More: CAPE LEAGUE ROUNDUP: Cotuit stays undefeated after beating Chatham
🔒 Remember Jarrod Saltalamacchia? The former Red Sox catcher is spending summer on Cape Cod
Jarrod Saltalamacchia has deep ties to Massachusetts.
Nearly 10 years ago, he was the primary catcher for a Boston Red Sox team that completed an improbable worst-to-first tale. One year after finishing last in the division, Boston rebounded to win the World Series title in 2013.
Now he's back in the Bay State.
More: Remember Jarrod Saltalamacchia? The former Red Sox catcher is spending summer on Cape Cod
'No quit in the team': Sandwich High boys lacrosse team's stellar run ends in state final
WORCESTER — Too little, too late
The Sandwich High boys lacrosse team's comeback effort, which more accurately might be labeled a Tim Souza rally, fell just short on Wednesday in the Division 4 final against Wahconah, 8-7.
More: 'No quit in the team': Sandwich High boys lacrosse team's stellar run ends in state final
West Barnstable cyclist rides 180 miles of Cape Cod in a day, dedicated to mental health
WEST BARNSTABLE — Cycling enthusiast and West Barnstable resident Connor O’Reilly went for yet another bike ride on Tuesday — this time, for over 180 miles around the Cape.
O’Reilly left at sunrise with the hope of finishing his ride by sunset that same day. “Longest day of the year and longest ride of my life,” O’Reilly said.
More: West Barnstable cyclist rides 180 miles of Cape Cod in a day, dedicated to mental health
CAPE LEAGUE ROUNDUP: Yarmouth-Dennis continues hot streak with comeback over Bourne
Following a slow start to the season, the Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox are now surging.
On Tuesday, the Red Sox pulled out of a 4-0 hole by scoring seven unanswered runs in a 7-4 win over the Bourne Braves. The win puts the Red Sox (4-3-2) above .500 for the first time this season after starting 0-3-1.
More: CAPE LEAGUE ROUNDUP: Yarmouth-Dennis continues hot streak with comeback over Bourne
A bluegrass version of the Who's 'Tommy'? The Hillbenders will play the 'opry' at Payomet + 5 more concerts
As tributes to classic rock go, the Hillbenders have one you might not immediately think of at Payomet Performing Arts Center this weekend. See the story below, and here are three more concerts to consider for your listening pleasure:
More: A bluegrass version of the Who's 'Tommy'? The Hillbenders will play the 'opry' at Payomet + 5 more concerts
🔒 Sandwich boys lacrosse heads to the state championship with a comeback win
NORWELL - Ten players from the Sandwich championship boys ice hockey team had the opportunity to win their second title of the year.
The top-seeded Sandwich boys lacrosse team defeated the No. 5 seed Dover-Sherborn 7-6 in a thriller at Norwell High School Saturday.
More: Sandwich boys lacrosse heads to the state championship with a comeback win
🔒 Sandwich girls lacrosse historic season ends in Final Four with loss to Dover-Sherborn
NORWELL - The Sandwich girls lacrosse team's road to a state championship came to a halt on Saturday. The No. 2 Blue Knights lost 14-4 to the No. 3 Dover-Sherborn Raiders in the Final Four of the Division 4 MIAA state tournament.
"This is the best team we've faced this season and we knew we had to do everything right and have a perfect game and they had to be off their game to win," Sandwich head coach Kelsey Beaton said. "I can't take anything away from them. They're talented and deep, it wasn't just one player."
More: Sandwich girls lacrosse historic season ends in Final Four with loss to Dover-Sherborn
🔒 Coastal ecologist says handling of piping plovers is a major Massachusetts success story
Piping plovers can be a touchy subject. The bird, protected at the federal level and also by the state of Massachusetts, builds its nests on beaches, and people have to give them space to raise their families.
More: Coastal ecologist says handling of piping plovers is a major Massachusetts success story
🔒 Way beyond bowling: Ryan Family Amusements expands its game plan for fun and profit
YARMOUTH — The candlepin bowling lanes at Ryan Family Amusements in Yarmouth were packed last Wednesday morning.
Twenty-four women from the Flower Shoppe bowling league took up six stations. The sounds of bowling balls rolling down the lanes, pins being knocked down and reset mixed with laughter and conversation.
More: Way beyond bowling: Ryan Family Amusements expands its game plan for fun and profit
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