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Pertussis: How to Determine a ‘Close Contact’
A “close contact” refers to someone who has been in close proximity to a person infectious with pertussis (whooping cough) and may have been exposed to the disease. It is […]
Food Safety During the Holidays
~A note from Extension’s Nutrition and Food Safety Educators The holidays are when friends and families come together to share conversations, make memories, have fun and, of course, eat! Cooking […]
It’s Time to Get Winter Ready
It’s that unpredictable time of year on Cape Cod when the weather could go from 55 degrees and sunny to a snowy nor’easter in a matter of days. Don’t be […]
Exploring Cape Cod’s Efforts to Address Coastal Resilience
Alan Pollock’s article in the Cape Cod Chronicle provides an in-depth look at the challenges posed by climate change and coastal development on Cape Cod. The article highlights the essential […]
Celebrating Excellence: Children’s Cove December 2024 Newsletter
Children’s Cove, the Cape and Islands Child Advocacy Center, a department of Barnstable County, is making a difference for children and families in our community. Don’t miss their latest updates, […]
Holiday Trash or Treasure? A Guide to Cleaning Up Cape Cod’s Festive Fallout.
~A note from Extension’s Kari Parcell, Regional Waste Reduction Coordinator Ah, the holiday season—where joy is in the air, presents pile up, and your home suddenly looks like Santa’s workshop […]
Explore the Latest from MASSTC
The Massachusetts Alternative Septic System Test Center (MASSTC), a division of the Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment, continues to lead in wastewater innovation. With over 4,000 Innovative/Alternative septic […]
Commissioners Affirm Cape Cod’s Support for Foreign Workers
Commissioners Also Praise Children’s Cove Reaccreditation December 18, 2024 (Barnstable, MA) – Today, the Barnstable County Commissioners adopted a resolution recognizing the vital role that foreign workers play in providing important […]
Children’s Cove Earns Re-Accreditation from National Children’s Alliance
Cape & Islands Child Advocacy Center is recognized for its delivery of high quality and effective services to child abuse victims. Barnstable, December 18th, 2024 – Today, Children’s Cove: the […]
