Idalia (pronounced ee-dal-ya) is the first significant Atlantic storm of the year, and just ahead of the most active month of the hurricane season. While we donât often get major hurricanes here on the Cape, it is possible, and the area has experienced Florida-like damage in the past because both regions are very flat both offshore and onshore.
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August 29, 2023 (Barnstable, MA) â To commemorate the 22nd anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, AmeriCorps Cape Cod and the American Red Cross of Massachusetts Southeastern Chapter will offer volunteer service as part of the September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance, commonly known as 9/11 Day.
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On Tuesday August 8th, coincidentally the same day Cape Cod was impacted by torrential rain and an isolated tornado, residents and visitors of an island community in the extreme western […]
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Open enrollment is Oct. 15 â Dec. 7, and state-certified SHINE counselors are available at your local senior center by appointment to help you understand health care coverage, review cost increases, […]
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If it rains on your home, it can flood. A flood could take everything that you own, and flood insurance is a way to protect your property and belongings from […]
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Childrenâs Cove is proud of its robust network of partnerships with numerous community organizations. These collaborations have flourished through shared programs, education, awareness, and steadfast support services. In pursuit of […]
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Nutrition service provides residents with testing of pressure canner gauges to ensure safe canned food. August 24, 2023 (Barnstable, MA) â Cod Cooperative Extension offers free pressure canner gauge testing at the Extension office, located at 1358 Route 28, South Yarmouth. Testing should […]
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The state and EPA have mandated that the Cape manage wastewater to prevent nutrient overload in our ponds, estuaries and embayments. Alternative septic systems and sewering are both expensive options. […]
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The Barnstable County Public Health Nursing Division’s Public Immunization Program offers all immunizations, including flu vaccine, to County residents. The Program provides vaccines on request for schools and municipalities, including […]
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