U.S. Postal Service Keeping Saturday Delivery
The United States Postal Service says it will "back down," on its plan to end Saturday mail delivery, according to the Associated Press Twitter feed. The U.S. Congress forced the Postal Service to...
View ArticlePolice Log: Underage Hyannis Woman Arrested for Drinking, Disorderly Conduct
The Barnstable Police Department provided the following. It does not indicate a conviction. Notable incidents from Monday April 8, 2013 Police responded to a report of a disturbance at Barnstable High...
View ArticleAfter Two Decades, Scientists Declare Shellfish on Georges Bank Might Be Edible
New research on harmful algal blooms or “red tide” and at-sea and dockside testing protocols funded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will allow for fishermen to harvest ocean...
View ArticleFive Used Cars For Under $5,000
Are you on a tight budget, but still in need of some new wheels? Look no further, this list will help you find a new ride for under $5,0000. 1. 1998 Jaguar XJ8, $4,990 The XJ8 has a 4.0L V8 32V SPFI...
View ArticleNew Chief Appointed for the COMM Fire Department
Winn beat out COMM Deputy Chief Phillip Field for the position, according to the Cape Cod Times. While Field had support from Chief Farrington and Fire Commissioner Mark Macallister, two other...
View ArticleTown Giving Away Compost
The warmer temperatures, sun and occasional shower signify that spring has finally hit Cape Cod. If you are getting the garden ready, you can take advantage of free compost from the Town of Barnstable....
View ArticleCourt Report: Homeless Man Arraigned on Drug Charges
The Barnstable District Court provided the following. It does not indicate a conviction. Court Report: Thursday April 11, 2013 Arraignments: PILEEKI, JOHN R., 41, 77 Winter St., Hyannis; larceny over...
View ArticleStrong First Week for the Daily Paper on Main
Owners, Aaron and Samantha Webb, opened their second location Monday in Hyannis. The Webb’s also own the Daily Paper on West Main St. The Webb’s purchased Perry’s Main Street Deli from Perry Gaines...
View ArticleShoppers Will Have to Wait For Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market, a natural foods supermarket based out of Austin, Texas, is delaying the Hyannis store’s opening, according to the Cape Cod Times. The company planned to open its Cape Cod location...
View Article20 Barnstable Residents to Run Boston Marathon
They run for all sorts of reasons: in memory of a loved one, to raise money for a cause ... and just to say, "I did it." The 117th annual Boston Marathon takes place on April 15 this year, taking...
View ArticlePolice Log: Hyannis Man Arrested for Assault and Battery
The Barnstable Police Department provided the following. It does not indicate a conviction. Notable incidents from Tuesday April 9, 2013 Police responded to a report of domestic threats on Old Colony...
View ArticleOceanfront Barnstable Home Sold for $8M
Here are five homes that sold this week, according to NewEnglandMoves.com. 1. 143 Bayberry Way, Barnstable, MA 02655 Sold For: $8,000,000 Single Family | 6 Beds | 7 Full, 2 Partial Baths Garage: 2 |...
View ArticleState House News Service Weekly Roundup: Exit Strategy
Clouded by sharp rhetoric, fragile egos and fluid whip counts, an endgame to the showdown between Gov. Deval Patrick and legislative leaders over tax increases and transportation began to emerge in...
View ArticleBarnstable County Real Estate Values Climb in March
The Barnstable County Register of Deeds provided the following. Barnstable County Register of Deeds, John F. Meade, reports that the volume of real estate sales in March 2013 was down 2.6% from March...
View ArticleFive Stories Making Waves in Barnstable
1. Shoppers Will Have-to Wait for Whole Foods 2. Strong First Week for the Daily Paper on Main 3. Barnstable Patriot Editor Takes New Job 4. Leader of Cape Cod Cocaine and Heroin Ring Sentenced to 25...
View ArticleWANTED: Hannaford Counterfeit Bills
Each week, we'll feature a different outstanding criminal case from around the state. Information is courtesy of MassMostWanted.com. If you have any information regarding the case, contact your local...
View ArticleA Week of Key Debates, Endorsements
Just a little more than two weeks until the primary election to see which Democrat and Republican will go head to head to fill the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by John Kerry’s appointment to Secretary...
View ArticleTown Hosts Logo Design Contest
The Town of Barnstable provided the following. In 2014, the Town of Barnstable will celebrate its 375th birthday. The celebration will last all year long, with events throughout our seven villages....
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