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Apply for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Starting April 20, 2020
Claimants are now able to file for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) as of today, April 20, 2020. Apply at: www.mass.gov/pua PUA is a program open to the following individuals: Self-employed individuals, including gig workers, freelancers, and independent contractors. Those seeking part-time employment Claimants that have an insufficient work history to qualify for benefits Claimants that […]

Important Message from Children’s Cove
As a Child Advocacy Center, we have a distinct and multifaceted role within our Cape Cod Community. We work collaboratively with social service agencies, law enforcement, the Cape & Islands District Attorney’s office, and the community to provide a coordinated response to child abuse. As a department of Barnstable County Government, we are open and […]

CDC: Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities – Dos and Don’ts
Staying physically active is one of the best ways to keep your mind and body healthy. In many areas, people can visit parks, trails, and open spaces as a way to relieve stress, get some fresh air and vitamin D, stay active, and safely connect with others. However, it’s important to “Know Before You Go”: […]

Message from the Barnstable County Hazardous Materials Program
April 16, 2020 – Since transfer stations have either reduced what they accept or are not currently open, we have seen an increase in illegal dumping occurring on Cape Cod. In response, please see the preliminary list of commercial locations accepting construction and demolition debris and check back for updates. Companies currently accepting C & […]

Barnstable County Ramps Up COVID-19 Response as Cases Continue to Increase
BARNSTABLE COUNTY REGIONAL EMERGENCY PLANNING COMMITTEE SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE POST OFFICE BOX 427 BARNSTABLE, MA 02630 BCREPC Media Release Barnstable County Regional Emergency Planning Committee Media Release 007 – COVID-19 April For Immediate Release Barnstable County Ramps Up COVID-19 Response as Cases Continue to Increase BARNSTABLE (MA) April 17, 2020 – The Barnstable County Regional […]

For Immediate Release: Cape Cod Commission Receives $1 Million Federal Grant to Support Resiliency Efforts on Cape Cod
April 15, 2020 For Immediate Release: Cape Cod Commission Receives $1 Million Federal Grant to Support Resiliency Efforts on Cape Cod Economic Development Administration grant will support a comprehensive planning initiative to address the impacts of flooding and other coastal hazards on the region’s natural, built, and community systems For Immediate Release (April 15, 2020) […]

April 14, 2020 – Watch Governor Charlie Baker’s COVID-19 Update at Joint Base Cape Cod
Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito provides an update on the Commonwealth’s ongoing COVID-19 response after touring a field medical station at Joint Base Cape Cod. Joining Governor Baker is Michael Lauf, President and CEO of Cape Cod Healthcare.

Cape Cod Healthcare, Cape Cod Commission and Barnstable County Announce COVID-19 Community Alert Heatmap System
For Immediate Release Cape Cod Healthcare, Cape Cod Commission and Barnstable County Announce COVID-19 Community Alert Heatmap System (HYANNIS, MA – April 14, 2020) — Cape Cod Healthcare, in partnership with Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment and Cape Cod Commission, has announced a new online COVID-19 community alert heatmap system showing numbers of confirmed […]

Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19
April 13, 2020 – Over the next two weeks, we expect to see an increase in community spread of COVID-19. Help slow the spread by limiting trips outside of your homes – beyond what is necessary to take care of essentials. If you do need to go out, remember to wear a mask, maintain a […]

Thanking COVID-19 Frontline Workers
Thank you to all those working on the frontlines. Let’s show our appreciation by doing all we can to flatten the curve. Please visit https://www.barnstablecountyhealth.org for updates, information and CDC guidelines.