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Let’s Celebrate Our County Government: Barnstable County Purchasing Division
It’s National County Government Month and that means it’s time to celebrate our county government and the services they offer. This spotlight is on Barnstable County’s Purchasing Division, so thank you for the amazing things you do for our county and our community. Learn more about the Purchasing Division below. Some Quick Background about the […]
The Dredge Report | Week of April 4, 2021
Cod Fish I & Cod Fish II – Popponesset Bay, Mashpee Dredging continued on Monday but on Tuesday morning the Cod Fish II experienced a mechanical breakdown. The clutch on the main engine ‘seized’ forcing the shutdown of the engine. The dredge was brought into the Cotuit Town dock for repairs. Fortunately, the Sand Shifter […]
SAVE THE DATE | 2021 Latex Paint Take-Back Day | August 7
Barnstable County residents looking to dispose of leftover latex paint are encouraged to take part in this special paint take-back day! WHEN: Saturday, August 7, 2021 – 9:00 AM – Noon WHERE: Tony Kent Area, 8 South Gage’s Way, Dennis Please note, hazardous materials are not accepted. No dry or dirty paint. Cape Cod Latex […]
Annual Massachusetts Youth Count to be conducted between April 12th and May 24th
The Barnstable County Department of Human Services and its Youth and Young Adult Homelessness partners will be working with the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless and the Massachusetts Commission on Unaccompanied Homeless Youth for the annual Massachusetts Youth Count. The Massachusetts Youth Count mobilizes youth, young adults, youth providers funded by the Executive Office of […]
Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Information & Updates
COVID-19 Important News and Updates FDA and CDC Lift Recommended Pause on Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine April 26, 2021 – Following a thorough safety review, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC) have determined that the recommended pause regarding the use of Janssen (Johnson & […]
This month is National County Government Month
Counties are one of America’s oldest forms of government, dating back to 1634 when the first county governments (shires) were established in Virginia. The organization and structure of today’s 3,069 county governments are chartered under state constitutions or laws and are tailored to fit the needs and characteristics of states and local areas. No two […]
Barnstable County Cape Cod Cooperative Extension and AmeriCorps Cape Cod Announce WetFest
For Immediate Release A virtual education festival to teach 3-6th graders about water and how to protect the Cape’s aquifer April 8, 2021 (Barnstable County, MA) – WETFest, an environmental and water education workshop conducted annually at schools across Barnstable County by AmeriCorps Cape Cod and the Cape Cod Cooperative Extension, is going virtual! This […]
Cape Cod Commission Announces COVID-19 Recovery and Resiliency Workshop Series
Industry-specific strategies for addressing current challenges and planning for business continuity FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (April 8, 2021) – The Cape Cod Commission is pleased to present the second round of its COVID-19 Recovery and Resiliency Workshop Series, an initiative designed to support business owners who are navigating the economic impacts of the pandemic and planning for future resiliency. This round […]
County Awarded $10,000 to support the Community Garden Initiative and the Municipal Shellfish Program
For Immediate Release April 8, 2021 – Barnstable, MA. | Cape Cod 5 recently awarded Barnstable County Government’s Cape Cod Cooperative Extension $10,000 to support the Community Garden Initiative and the Municipal Shellfish Program. Both Extension programs are in response to the impacts of COVID‐19. “We at Cape Cod 5 are proud to be partnering […]
County to Hold “Coastal Homeowner Buyout” Forum on April 21
For Immediate Release County to Hold “Coastal Homeowner Buyout” Forum on April 21 April 7, 2021 – Barnstable, MA. | On Wednesday, April 21, Barnstable County will hold a “Coastal Homeowner Buyout Forum” to outline federal assistance programs available for homeowners who currently live in high-risk areas and may be interested in relocating. The information presented in […]
