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Graphic promoting Hurricane Preparedness Week featuring a smiling multiracial family wearing sunglasses and holding emergency kits on a Cape Cod beach. A solid blue silhouette of Cape Cod appears in the background alongside the headline "It's Hurricane Preparedness Week – Cape Cod! Let's Be Ready!" The graphic highlights four preparedness steps: Make a Plan, Build a Kit, Know Your Zone, and Stay Informed.

It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week: Cape Cod, Let’s Be Ready

Barnstable County encourages residents and visitors to take simple steps now to prepare for hurricane season. Although Cape Cod is no stranger to severe weather, the best time to prepare […]

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Barnstable County seal with text reading “For Immediate Release” from Barnstable County, Cape Cod’s regional government.

Commissioners Approve $1.5 million for AmeriCorps Cape Cod, Audit Report Highlights County’s Strong Financial Policies 

Board establishes a new Emergency Management Department and receives Assembly of Delegates update July 8, 2026 (BARNSTABLE, MA) — At today’s meeting, the Barnstable County Board of Regional Commissioners voted […]

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The Sagamore Bridge spans the Cape Cod Canal, connecting Cape Cod to mainland Massachusetts under a clear blue sky with vehicles traveling across the bridge.

MassDOT to Host Public Hearing on Sagamore Bridge Replacement July 23

Residents encouraged to learn about proposed design, construction plans, traffic management, and project timeline. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is inviting the public to attend a Design Public Hearing […]

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Barnstable County seal with text reading “For Immediate Release” from Barnstable County, Cape Cod’s regional government.

County Assembly Backs Voter-Approved Audit of State Legislature

Resolution Urges Lawmakers to Cooperate with State Auditor and Preserve Judicial Review July 7, 2026 (Barnstable, MA) – Cape Cod Regional Government’s Assembly of Delegates voted unanimously to adopt a […]

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A photo titled "Salty Pups 4-H Dog Club" shows four young 4-H members standing behind a newly built yellow dog agility jump inside a garage. A tan dog sits in front of the jump with its tongue out. The agility equipment was built by club members as they prepare for the Barnstable County Fair Dog Showcase. Barnstable County 4-H and Barnstable County logos appear in the lower right corner.

Beyond the Barn: How Barnstable County 4-H Is Helping Cape Cod Youth Learn by Doing

From dog agility and fiber art to sunflower science and shellfish aquaculture, Barnstable County 4-H gives Cape Cod youth opportunities to learn by doing. Discover how local youth are building skills throughout the year and experience 4-H at the Barnstable County Fair.

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AmeriCorps Cape Cod graphic announcing a $1.5 million federal grant award to support the program through 2029. The graphic features the Barnstable County, AmeriCorps, and Massachusetts Service Alliance logos, the headline "$1.5 Million Federal Grant Awarded," and photos of AmeriCorps Cape Cod members serving the community, including a group portrait, oyster restoration work, and a beach cleanup. A banner notes a record recruitment year with 189 applications for 20 positions for the 2026–2027 service year and thanks members, partners, and communities across Barnstable County.

AmeriCorps Cape Cod Awarded $1.5 Million Federal Grant to Continue Service Through 2029

Three-year federal award supports environmental stewardship, disaster preparedness, and community resilience across Cape Cod. July 6, 2026 (Barnstable, MA) – AmeriCorps Cape Cod (ACC) has been awarded approximately $1.5 million in federal funding […]

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Heat Advisory Remains in Effect for Cape Cod Through the Holiday Weekend

Barnstable County Emergency Management continues to monitor hot and humid weather expected across Cape Cod through the Fourth of July holiday weekend. According to the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), […]

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Graphic with the headline "Cooling Centers Open" in bold navy and gold text on a light background. A house icon containing an air conditioning unit with cool airflow symbolizes air-conditioned public spaces available during periods of extreme heat. Blue and gold wave accents reflect Barnstable County's branding.

Cooling Center Updates Across Cape Cod

Several Cape Cod communities have opened cooling centers to provide residents and visitors with a safe, air-conditioned place to escape this week’s hot and humid weather. Barnstable County Emergency Management […]

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