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Charter Review Committee Seeks Changes to County Government Structure - Barnstable County (.gov)
Charter Review Committee Seeks Changes to County Government Structure Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 10 July 2025 | 11:35 pm
West Nile virus found in Barnstable mosquitoes: Here's what you should do - Cape Cod Times
West Nile virus found in Barnstable mosquitoes: Here's what you should do Cape Cod Times
Published on 10 July 2025 | 7:40 pm
West Nile Virus confirmed in mosquitoes from the Town of Barnstable - CapeCod.com
West Nile Virus confirmed in mosquitoes from the Town of Barnstable CapeCod.com
Published on 10 July 2025 | 6:05 pm
Popular Clothing Brand To Open 1st Cape Cod Location - Patch
Popular Clothing Brand To Open 1st Cape Cod Location Patch
Published on 10 July 2025 | 4:00 pm
Barnstable County Honored with 2025 National Procurement Award for Excellence - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Honored with 2025 National Procurement Award for Excellence Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 10 July 2025 | 3:11 pm
Multi-million-dollar grant to help Barnstable school with climate project - CapeCod.com
Multi-million-dollar grant to help Barnstable school with climate project CapeCod.com
Published on 10 July 2025 | 9:03 am
Barnstable County Secures $2.8M Grant to Lead U.S. Sanitation Innovation - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Secures $2.8M Grant to Lead U.S. Sanitation Innovation Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 9 July 2025 | 11:01 pm
Barnstable County Community Health Educator Brings Summer Safety Training to Harwich Recreation Staff - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Community Health Educator Brings Summer Safety Training to Harwich Recreation Staff Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 9 July 2025 | 6:04 pm
Photo Shows Great White Shark Surprising Paddleboarders Off Cape Cod: "We've Got To Get Out Of Here." - Patch
Published on 9 July 2025 | 1:36 pm
Free tick testing available for Cape residents amid rising health concerns - CapeCod.com
Free tick testing available for Cape residents amid rising health concerns CapeCod.com
Published on 9 July 2025 | 9:00 am
Man, 31, dies; 2nd person hurt in Cape Cod electrical incident, officials say - WCVB
Man, 31, dies; 2nd person hurt in Cape Cod electrical incident, officials say WCVB
Published on 8 July 2025 | 2:05 pm
Man dies after making contact with electrical wires in ‘tragic accident' on Cape Cod - NBC Boston
Man dies after making contact with electrical wires in ‘tragic accident' on Cape Cod NBC Boston
Published on 7 July 2025 | 7:28 pm
3 Charged After Driving Through Provincetown Yelling Homophobic Slurs: Police - Patch
3 Charged After Driving Through Provincetown Yelling Homophobic Slurs: Police Patch
Published on 7 July 2025 | 5:01 pm
Scenes from the Barnstable Village July 4 Parade - Barnstable County (.gov)
Scenes from the Barnstable Village July 4 Parade Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 7 July 2025 | 3:53 pm
Barnstable County Jail Has Brought Health Care In-House - The Provincetown Independent
Barnstable County Jail Has Brought Health Care In-House The Provincetown Independent
Published on 2 July 2025 | 11:57 pm
Barnstable man sentenced to 30 months on meth, fentanyl charges - Cape Cod Times
Barnstable man sentenced to 30 months on meth, fentanyl charges Cape Cod Times
Published on 2 July 2025 | 9:15 am
Barnstable Police Department no longer part of Massachusetts Civil Service System - CapeCod.com
Barnstable Police Department no longer part of Massachusetts Civil Service System CapeCod.com
Published on 1 July 2025 | 9:00 am
First West Nile Virus-Positive Mosquito Sample Detected in Barnstable County - Barnstable County (.gov)
First West Nile Virus-Positive Mosquito Sample Detected in Barnstable County Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 30 June 2025 | 7:46 pm
Protected: History - Barnstable County (.gov)
Protected: History Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 27 June 2025 | 7:25 pm
Stay Safe from Heat and Humidity Week of June 23rd - Barnstable County (.gov)
Stay Safe from Heat and Humidity Week of June 23rd Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 23 June 2025 | 7:00 am
5 things to do when visiting Barnstable - Boston.com
5 things to do when visiting Barnstable Boston.com
Published on 19 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable Juneteenth 2025: Events, Closures And What To Know - Patch
Barnstable Juneteenth 2025: Events, Closures And What To Know Patch
Published on 18 June 2025 | 7:00 am
County Shares Composting Strategy with Cape Leaders - Barnstable County (.gov)
County Shares Composting Strategy with Cape Leaders Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 18 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Hosts Reframing Aging Workshop to Advance Inclusive Language and Policy - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Hosts Reframing Aging Workshop to Advance Inclusive Language and Policy Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Sobriety Checkpoint - MSPNews
Barnstable County Sobriety Checkpoint MSPNews
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
AmeriCorps Cape Cod: Program Update and Timeline of Developments - Barnstable County (.gov)
AmeriCorps Cape Cod: Program Update and Timeline of Developments Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
County Assembly Opposes Coast Guard Plan to Remove Navigational Buoys - Barnstable County (.gov)
County Assembly Opposes Coast Guard Plan to Remove Navigational Buoys Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 5 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Unlock Funding Opportunities: Massachusetts Federal Funds & Infrastructure Office Community Tour – June 10 - Barnstable County (.gov)
Unlock Funding Opportunities: Massachusetts Federal Funds & Infrastructure Office Community Tour – June 10 Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 4 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Recreational Beach Monitoring 2025 is Officially in Full Swing! - Barnstable County (.gov)
Recreational Beach Monitoring 2025 is Officially in Full Swing! Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 2 June 2025 | 7:00 am
A Message from Barnstable County Administrator Michael Dutton - Barnstable County (.gov)
A Message from Barnstable County Administrator Michael Dutton Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 2 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Trump Administration Names Barnstable County Immigration 'Sanctuary Jurisdiction' - CapeNews.net
Trump Administration Names Barnstable County Immigration 'Sanctuary Jurisdiction' CapeNews.net
Published on 31 May 2025 | 7:00 am
The Great Cape Cod Cicada Comeback: 17 Years in the Making! - Barnstable County (.gov)
The Great Cape Cod Cicada Comeback: 17 Years in the Making! Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 30 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable Court Complex Modernization to Cost $71 million - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable Court Complex Modernization to Cost $71 million Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 28 May 2025 | 7:00 am
It's Summer in Barnstable County! Seasonal Staff Provide Vital Assistance in Cape Cod's 15 Towns - Barnstable County (.gov)
It's Summer in Barnstable County! Seasonal Staff Provide Vital Assistance in Cape Cod's 15 Towns Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 28 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Hepatitis A Virus - Barnstable County (.gov)
Hepatitis A Virus Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 24 May 2025 | 7:57 pm
2025 Charter Review - Barnstable County (.gov)
2025 Charter Review Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 23 May 2025 | 7:31 pm
Barnstable County Assembly Supports Human Rights Advisory Commission - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Assembly Supports Human Rights Advisory Commission Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 23 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Harwich stabbing: Barnstable Sheriff's Office trainee charged with armed assault to murder - Cape Cod Times
Harwich stabbing: Barnstable Sheriff's Office trainee charged with armed assault to murder Cape Cod Times
Published on 20 May 2025 | 7:00 am
'Growing by leaps and bounds.' New fire station approved for busy Barnstable zone. - Cape Cod Times
'Growing by leaps and bounds.' New fire station approved for busy Barnstable zone. Cape Cod Times
Published on 20 May 2025 | 7:00 am
These Barnstable residents say wind substations are a danger to public health. Here's why. - Cape Cod Times
These Barnstable residents say wind substations are a danger to public health. Here's why. Cape Cod Times
Published on 17 May 2025 | 7:00 am
A Cape architect and his wife built a big sign for their lawn. 'Our daughter lost her job' - Cape Cod Times
A Cape architect and his wife built a big sign for their lawn. 'Our daughter lost her job' Cape Cod Times
Published on 16 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Offers Discounted Tick Testing - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Offers Discounted Tick Testing Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 14 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Greening the Gateway Cities: Trees Planted at Barnstable Dog Park and Tree City Designation: Arbor Day Ceremony at Centerville Elementary School - Barnstable eNews
Greening the Gateway Cities: Trees Planted at Barnstable Dog Park and Tree City Designation: Arbor Day Ceremony at Centerville Elementary School Barnstable eNews
Published on 14 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Cape Cod Healthcare is Conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment - Barnstable County (.gov)
Cape Cod Healthcare is Conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 9 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Assembly Supports AmeriCorps Cape Cod - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Assembly Supports AmeriCorps Cape Cod Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 8 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Commissioners Welcome District Attorney, Receive Update from Children's Cove, Honor Regional Leader - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Commissioners Welcome District Attorney, Receive Update from Children's Cove, Honor Regional Leader Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 7 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Martha’s Vineyard vs Barnstable boys tennis - Cape Cod Times
Martha’s Vineyard vs Barnstable boys tennis Cape Cod Times
Published on 6 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Oral Rabies Vaccine (ORV) Distribution is Underway in Plymouth and Barnstable Counties - Barnstable County (.gov)
Oral Rabies Vaccine (ORV) Distribution is Underway in Plymouth and Barnstable Counties Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 5 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County’s Recreational Beach Monitoring Program Begins this Month! - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County’s Recreational Beach Monitoring Program Begins this Month! Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 5 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Why is Barnstable asking for $35.2 million to build a new fire station? - Cape Cod Times
Why is Barnstable asking for $35.2 million to build a new fire station? Cape Cod Times
Published on 2 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Commissioners Vote Unanimously to Preserve AmeriCorps Cape Cod for Remainder of Service Year - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Commissioners Vote Unanimously to Preserve AmeriCorps Cape Cod for Remainder of Service Year Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 1 May 2025 | 7:00 am
2025 celebrity guest list set for Derby Eve Gala benefiting UK's Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center - UKNow
2025 celebrity guest list set for Derby Eve Gala benefiting UK's Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center UKNow
Published on 28 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Simone Biles, MGK among star-studded 2025 Barnstable Brown Derby Eve Gala list - The Courier-Journal
Simone Biles, MGK among star-studded 2025 Barnstable Brown Derby Eve Gala list The Courier-Journal
Published on 28 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Invests in Affordable Housing at Cape View Way - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Invests in Affordable Housing at Cape View Way Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 28 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Employee downloaded data to private email, Barnstable Sheriff's Office says - Cape Cod Times
Employee downloaded data to private email, Barnstable Sheriff's Office says Cape Cod Times
Published on 27 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Sheriff’s employee placed on leave for intentional data breach, officials say - Boston 25 News
Barnstable County Sheriff’s employee placed on leave for intentional data breach, officials say Boston 25 News
Published on 24 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Commissioners Acknowledge Housing Crisis, Reinforce Ongoing Regional Efforts - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Commissioners Acknowledge Housing Crisis, Reinforce Ongoing Regional Efforts Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 23 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Assembly Declares Housing Crisis - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Assembly Declares Housing Crisis Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 17 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Announces Measles MMR Vaccination Clinics for the Cape Cod Community, Particularly for those with Unknown or Incomplete Vaccination Status - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Announces Measles MMR Vaccination Clinics for the Cape Cod Community, Particularly for those with Unknown or Incomplete Vaccination Status Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 16 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Shared Services Division Leads Collaborative Efforts that Strengthen and Expand Local Health Capacity - Barnstable County (.gov)
Shared Services Division Leads Collaborative Efforts that Strengthen and Expand Local Health Capacity Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 11 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Celebrates National Public Health Week: April 7th – April 11th - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Celebrates National Public Health Week: April 7th – April 11th Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 7 April 2025 | 7:00 am
AmeriCorps Cape Cod Seeks Proposals to Support Local Partners - Barnstable County (.gov)
AmeriCorps Cape Cod Seeks Proposals to Support Local Partners Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 7 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Former Barnstable school custodian trial date rescheduled for 2024 lockdown incident - Cape Cod Times
Former Barnstable school custodian trial date rescheduled for 2024 lockdown incident Cape Cod Times
Published on 3 April 2025 | 7:00 am
County Assembly of Delegates Focuses on Housing - Barnstable County (.gov)
County Assembly of Delegates Focuses on Housing Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 3 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Cape Cod Residents: Plan Ahead with the 2025 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Dates - Barnstable County (.gov)
Cape Cod Residents: Plan Ahead with the 2025 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Dates Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 2 April 2025 | 7:00 am
2025 Household Hazardous Waste Collection - Barnstable eNews
2025 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Barnstable eNews
Published on 26 March 2025 | 2:31 pm
'Due diligence.' Barnstable council OKs $160K to assess Baxter’s wharf for purchase - Cape Cod Times
'Due diligence.' Barnstable council OKs $160K to assess Baxter’s wharf for purchase Cape Cod Times
Published on 26 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Commissioners Support High-Impact Environmental Initiatives - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Commissioners Support High-Impact Environmental Initiatives Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 26 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Wildfire Training Exercise Scheduled at Barnstable County Fire Training Academy on March 26 - Barnstable County (.gov)
Wildfire Training Exercise Scheduled at Barnstable County Fire Training Academy on March 26 Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 25 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Dawn Capra's home after a driver hit her at Barnstable Transfer Station. Here's her story - Cape Cod Times
Dawn Capra's home after a driver hit her at Barnstable Transfer Station. Here's her story Cape Cod Times
Published on 21 March 2025 | 7:00 am
H5N1 (Avian Bird Flu) - Barnstable County (.gov)
H5N1 (Avian Bird Flu) Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 18 March 2025 | 9:02 pm
Mosquito-Borne Viruses - Barnstable County (.gov)
Mosquito-Borne Viruses Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 18 March 2025 | 9:02 pm
Barnstable teacher petitions for 'Anti-Racist School System' - Cape Cod Times
Barnstable teacher petitions for 'Anti-Racist School System' Cape Cod Times
Published on 17 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Should Barnstable cut down 91 trees for the Cape Cod Rail Trail? Public hearing March 19. - Cape Cod Times
Should Barnstable cut down 91 trees for the Cape Cod Rail Trail? Public hearing March 19. Cape Cod Times
Published on 14 March 2025 | 7:00 am
As the anniversary of her death approaches, Meghan Moore remembered as 'larger than life' - Cape Cod Times
As the anniversary of her death approaches, Meghan Moore remembered as 'larger than life' Cape Cod Times
Published on 13 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Water Quality Lab earns key certification for PFAS water testing - Cape Cod Times
Barnstable County Water Quality Lab earns key certification for PFAS water testing Cape Cod Times
Published on 12 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Commissioners Review Draft Cape Cod Freshwater Strategy, Approve Route 6 Visitor Center Funding - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Commissioners Review Draft Cape Cod Freshwater Strategy, Approve Route 6 Visitor Center Funding Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 12 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Measles - Barnstable County (.gov)
Measles Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 11 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Barnstable County Continues Legacy of Public Health Leadership with the Appointment of James G. Gardiner as Director of Health and Environment - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Continues Legacy of Public Health Leadership with the Appointment of James G. Gardiner as Director of Health and Environment Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 11 March 2025 | 7:00 am
What are the plans for 320 apartments in Barnstable? Cape commission lays it out - Cape Cod Times
What are the plans for 320 apartments in Barnstable? Cape commission lays it out Cape Cod Times
Published on 7 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates Announces Members of 2025 Charter Review Committee - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates Announces Members of 2025 Charter Review Committee Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 6 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Ex-Barnstable school custodian faces jury trial after arrest during student incident - Cape Cod Times
Ex-Barnstable school custodian faces jury trial after arrest during student incident Cape Cod Times
Published on 5 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Barnstable County Water Quality Laboratory Achieves PFAS Certification, Expanding Critical Water Testing Capabilities - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Water Quality Laboratory Achieves PFAS Certification, Expanding Critical Water Testing Capabilities Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 3 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Will Barnstable buy Baxter's Boathouse Restaurant? 'Once in a lifetime opportunity' - Cape Cod Times
Will Barnstable buy Baxter's Boathouse Restaurant? 'Once in a lifetime opportunity' Cape Cod Times
Published on 27 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Barnstable County Commissioners and Assembly of Delegates Oppose Changes to Clean Water State Revolving Fund - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Commissioners and Assembly of Delegates Oppose Changes to Clean Water State Revolving Fund Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 27 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Barnstable County Leaders Respond to Governor Healey’s Decision to Pause Pocasset Mental Health Center Closure - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Leaders Respond to Governor Healey’s Decision to Pause Pocasset Mental Health Center Closure Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 25 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Should Barnstable's Mill Pond Dam be removed? State-funded study will help town decide - Cape Cod Times
Should Barnstable's Mill Pond Dam be removed? State-funded study will help town decide Cape Cod Times
Published on 19 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Organic farming operations to continue after sale of Harvest Moon Farm in West Barnstable - Cape Cod Times
Organic farming operations to continue after sale of Harvest Moon Farm in West Barnstable Cape Cod Times
Published on 16 February 2025 | 8:00 am
County Commissioners Appoint New Health Director, Review Regional Housing Strategy, Discuss Vision Zero Road Safety Plan, and Discuss Goals for Cape Cod Commission - Barnstable County (.gov)
County Commissioners Appoint New Health Director, Review Regional Housing Strategy, Discuss Vision Zero Road Safety Plan, and Discuss Goals for Cape Cod Commission Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 12 February 2025 | 8:00 am
'Foot slipped' off. Barnstable police investigate after transfer station injuries - Cape Cod Times
'Foot slipped' off. Barnstable police investigate after transfer station injuries Cape Cod Times
Published on 5 February 2025 | 8:00 am
2025 Tourism Mini-Grants Available from the Town of Barnstable - Barnstable eNews
2025 Tourism Mini-Grants Available from the Town of Barnstable Barnstable eNews
Published on 30 January 2025 | 6:40 pm
Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment Issues a Public Health Advisory to Heighten Awareness around Avian Influenza (H5N1) - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment Issues a Public Health Advisory to Heighten Awareness around Avian Influenza (H5N1) Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 30 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Plan for 320 apartments on Wilkens Lane near Hyannis under review - Cape Cod Times
Plan for 320 apartments on Wilkens Lane near Hyannis under review Cape Cod Times
Published on 29 January 2025 | 8:00 am
County Commissioners Continue Review of FY26 Budgets - Barnstable County (.gov)
County Commissioners Continue Review of FY26 Budgets Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 22 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Barnstable County Becomes Part of AARP’s Age-Friendly Network - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Becomes Part of AARP’s Age-Friendly Network Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 16 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Looking Ahead: A Message from County Administrator Michael Dutton - Barnstable County (.gov)
Looking Ahead: A Message from County Administrator Michael Dutton Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 13 January 2025 | 8:00 am
County Assembly of Delegates Elects New Leadership - Barnstable County (.gov)
County Assembly of Delegates Elects New Leadership Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 3 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Barnstable County Board of Regional Commissioners Elect New Leadership in 2025 - Barnstable County (.gov)
Barnstable County Board of Regional Commissioners Elect New Leadership in 2025 Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 2 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Cases Rising in Barnstable County - Barnstable County (.gov)
Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Cases Rising in Barnstable County Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 17 December 2024 | 8:00 am
Critical Insights: Children’s Behavioral Health Needs in Barnstable County - Barnstable County (.gov)
Critical Insights: Children’s Behavioral Health Needs in Barnstable County Barnstable County (.gov)
Published on 13 November 2024 | 8:00 am