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Category: MAIN COUNTY FEATURED NEWS

AmeriCorps Cape Cod Seeks Proposals to Support Local Organizations

Barnstable County AmeriCorps Cape Cod is holding informational sessions on Monday, April 3rd, and Thursday, April 6th for organizations interested in applying for an Individual Placement for the program’s historic 25th year.  Organizations wishing to apply are required to attend one of the meetings. Final proposals will be due Friday, May 12th. 

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Barnstable County Commissioners Reaffirm Opposition to Proposed Machine Gun Range Above Upper Cape Water Supply Reserve 

Barnstable County Awards Dennis $619,463 American Rescue Plan Act Grant to Improve Water Quality  March 15, 2023 (BARNSTABLE, MA) â€“ Today the Barnstable County Board of Regional Commissioners reaffirmed their opposition to the […]

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BCREPC Monitors Storm as Cape and Islands Experience High Winds, Rain, and Coastal Flooding

The Barnstable County Regional Emergency Planning Committee (BCREPC) continues to monitor the storm in progress that will continue to bring high winds, coastal flooding, and snow to our region through […]

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Canal Bridges Update: Sagamore Bridge Maintenance Work and Lane closures to Begin, Public Meetings Scheduled 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (March 13, 2023) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District announced that lane restrictions will begin March 20, 2023 on the Sagamore Bridge in […]

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Happy 2023 AmeriCorps Week!

This week is AmeriCorps Week 2023, and AmeriCorps Cape Cod is sharing stories from current members and several alumni that showcase the power of service on Cape Cod. Follow AmeriCorps […]

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Mashpee Residents Reap the Benefits of Stronger Coastal Resilience with Reduced Flood Insurance Costs

Through joint efforts of the Town of Mashpee, WHOI and Barnstable County, residents and business owners can expect savings totaling $70,000 in insurance annually. March 9, 2023 (Barnstable, MA) – […]

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Cape Cod 2024 Regional Transportation Plan Update

Let your voice be heard: Attend a public meeting and take our survey  For Immediate Release (March 8, 2023) – The Cape Cod Commission is seeking comments and input from […]

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Potential Disruption in Local Access to Medication for Opioid Use Disorder

Due to the recent closing of the Recovery Connections Centers of America which includes Hyannis and Plymouth locations, Barnstable County Department of Human Services would like to alert the community […]

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Public Hearings on the Needs of Older Adults

As the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) for our region, Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands receivesTitle III B and D Community Federal Grants. This money is awarded […]

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