Social Security Announces 2026 COLA

Find out how much your benefits will increase

Cape Cod Community College Names New Leader Of Employer Engagement, Workforce Partnerships

The Center for Community and Professional Education has appointed a new senior manager for the role, a new one for the college.

Cape Cod Man Offered Vapes, Weed To Teenager For Sex: DA

He is one of three people to be indicted on unrelated human trafficking charges in the past 10 days.

3 Indicted In Cape Cod Human Trafficking Investigations

The investigations were unrelated and were conducted in three different communities on Cape Cod.

Hingham Company To Lead Barnstable County Regional Housing Services Program

The initiative provides Cape Cod communities with various resources to preserve and create affordable housing.

Barnstable Transfer Station To Close Next Week: Here's Why

The work includes significant electrical system improvements that cannot be completed while the facility is energized or open to the public.

Drug Trafficking, Distribution Charges Follow Cape Cod Search

An Orleans resident has been arraigned in the case. Here's what to know.

Child, 3, Dies After Being Hit By Car On Cape Cod

An investigation is ongoing after the Sunday accident, officials said.

Free Health Insurance Enrollment Help at Cape Cod Mall

Get Covered Before the Deadline! Sunday, Dec. 14

1 Guilty In 2022 Cape Cod Murder Over Stolen Drugs: DA

Another person is set to stand trial for the murder starting in March 2026.

Project Forward Holiday Market Returns To Cape Cod Community College

All money is going towards future Project Forward programming and institutional scholarships, officials said.

Valuable Trading Cards Stolen From 2 Cape Cod Stores

The break-ins occurred within days of each other, leaving store owners without valuable inventory and requiring them to replace doors.

Make Lasting Holiday Memories With These 5 Volunteer Opportunities In Barnstable

Many of the organizations that make life better in Barnstable depend on volunteers. Here's how you can help.

Toy Drives In Barnstable: How To Make The Holidays Merry For Everyone

Here's how you can help make Christmas special for kids in the Barnstable area.

Goldman Sachs Purchases Luxury Cape Cod Development

The company has purchased phase-one of Hanover Hyannis for nearly $130 million.

No Injuries After Small Plane Crashes Into Fence At Local Cape Cod Airport

Four occupants of the plane declined medical attention after it left the runway at a small airport.

Small Business Saturday 2025 In Barnstable: See Sales, Deals

Since it started, consumers have reported spending an estimated $210 billion at small businesses across all Small Business Saturdays.

Holiday Lights, Festivals And Celebrations Fill The Barnstable Calendar

Winter Strolls, lightings and holidays by the sea take over Cape Cod and Barnstable starting after Thanksgiving.

Santa Claus Is Coming To Barnstable: Where To See Him

Between Santa's run at a local shopping mall and plenty of holiday lightings and strolls, there's no shortage of opportunities to see him.

12 Days Of Cheer In Barnstable: Making This A December To Remember

Celebrate the season all month long with local lights, cozy stops, markets and hometown holiday charm.

Cape Cod-Based Housing Nonprofit Reaches $5 Million Capital Campaign Goal: Here's What It'll Do

Housing Assistance is fighting housing insecurity at a tricky time for Cape Cod locals. Here's what this influx could mean.

These Barnstable Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day

Multiple chain restaurants will also be open. Many fast-food restaurants and coffee shops are also open to serve those on the go.

No Injuries In Cape Cod Emergency Plane Landing

Two people were on board when the plane landed at Cape Cod's Gateway Airport.

UPDATE: Fall River Man Dead After Cape Cod Trench Collapse

Two people were extricated from the trench on Tuesday after the collapse at a Cape Cod worksite.

Giving Tuesday: 5 Cape Cod Nonprofits That Could Use Your Help

Local nonprofits remain heavily dependent on donor support. Here's how you can help.

Cape Cod Man Faces Drug Charges

The man was charged after he was found with over seven grams of crack cocaine during a traffic stop.

Cape Cod Structure Fire Extinguished Quickly

No firefighters or residents were injured, officials said.

Cape Cod Man Convicted After Threatening Social Media Comment

The comment was directed toward State Rep. Steve Xiarhos.

Crane Strikes Cape Cod Fish Market

Town officials in Orleans said the market is closed for the season and no one was injured. Here's what to know.

Barnstable Woman Grateful For Job That Helps Her Connect With Nature

This year, Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to spotlight the thankful moments that bring our communities together.

Cape Cod Fire Department Drill Will Close Bridge, Heighten Activity

The multi-agency training is scheduled in Osterville this week. Here's what to know.

Charges Dropped Against 2 In Cape Cod Shooting

An 18 and 19-year-old have had charges against them dropped after new information about the situation that led to a shooting was found.

Barnstable Offices Closed For Veterans Day

Here's how that'll impact other town operations like trash and recycling collection.

Roadway, Sewer Work To Alter Traffic In Centerville

The work will require the closure of parts of two roadways. Here's what to know.

Santa Is Coming To Cape Cod Mall: Here's When

Santa will be making his lists and checking them twice as early as this weekend at some Simon malls. Here's when he arrives on Cape Cod.

Barnstable Veterans Day 2025: Schedule Of Events

Barnstable will again host a series of events on the Tuesday holiday. Here's what to know.

Keane, Crocker, Sheingold Win Barnstable Council Seats + School Committee Results

Here's who won School Committee and Town Council seats, according to unofficial results from Barnstable.

Cape Cod Bank Branch Among East Coast Locations National Brand Will Close

A national bank will close locations in 12 states along the East Coast, including Massachusetts.

Brush Fire Contained Near Cape Cod Home

There was no damage to the residence, and no injuries were reported.

Barnstable Voter Guide 2025: What To Know Ahead Of Tuesday

All the races to know ahead of Barnstable's Nov. 4 election.