Milk Could Skyrocket to $6 to $8 a Gallon
Come Jan. 1, there is a threat that milk prices could rise to $6 to $8 a gallon if Congress does not pass a new farm bill that amends farm policy dating back to the Truman presidency, reported the New...
View ArticleLet it Snow! Share Pictures of Falmouth's First Snowfall
Winter has finally brought the first snowfall of the season. Share your pictures and video of snow thought the day by clicking on the "upload photos and video" button on the below the photo. Make...
View ArticleFive Things to Know Today: Monday December 31
1. Today will be partly cloudy with a high 34F. Winds WSW at 15 to 25 mph. 2. You can join in a free laughter yoga class this morning at the Gus Canty Recreation Center at 9:27 a.m. 3. Toddlers to age...
View ArticlePolice Log: Reports of Breaking and Entering, Larceny, Domestic Disturbance
Notable incidents from Thursday December 27, 2012 11:42 a.m.: Elysian Ave., breaking and entering, resident, report 12:35 p.m.: Green Pond Rd., larceny, report 3:16 p.m.: Main St., disturbance,...
View ArticleChelsea Clinton
I have my own Chelsea story but I’ll save it for last because . . . because it’s embarrassing, that’s why. It’s an “Oh God, I can’t believe I did that!” kind of riff, like tales about the time the...
View ArticleOdd Behavior in Cinema, Moltov Cocktail Thrown at Cape Restaurant, $400 Worth...
Weymouth man charged with distributing marijuana. Odd behavior at Hingham’s Patriot Cinema. Altercation in Milton leads to trip to the hospital. Falmouth man faces burglary charges after alleged heist...
View ArticleQuadrantid Meteor Shower 2013 Peak: When to Watch
The Quadrantid meteor shower is named for an extinct constellation, but the shooting stars that seem to sprout from it still arrive yearly, and the opening of the 2013 show will begin overnight Jan. 1...
View ArticleNew Year's Eve Party Ideas for Kids
Christmas may be over but are you still in the mood to party? Looking to ring in 2013 with some fun for your family? Have relatives coming into town after Christmas and you want to plan something...
View ArticlePolice Log: Reports of Larceny, Assault and Battery, One Arrest
Notable incidents from Friday December 28, 2012 12:37 p.m.: Jones Rd., restraining order service, served in hand 1:21 p.m.: Highfield Dr., illegal dumping, report 2:27 p.m.: Turner Rd., larceny, report...
View ArticleTop 10 Stories in 2012
2012 has come to a close, let's reminisce and take a look at some of the top stories from last year. In no particular order, here are the stories that were most widely read in 2012: 1. Best Of:...
View ArticleWhat's Open (or Not) on Jan. 1
Here's a run down of what's open/closed: All municipal, state and federal offices and facilities will be closed. This includes schools and the post office. There is no fixed route bus service today...
View ArticleCape Cod Baby Could be First New Year Baby in the State
The first Cape Cod New Year’s baby was born to Marie Meritus at 5 seconds after midnight at Cape Cod Hospital, according to hospital spokesperson Robin Lord. Baby Meritus took the top spot from a baby...
View ArticleFive Things to Know Today: Wednesday January 2, 2013
1. Expect a mainly sunny sky today with a High of 31F. Winds W at 15 to 25 mph. 2. An Osteo Prevention exercise class for seniors will be offered today at 9:15am at the Council on Aging. If interested,...
View ArticleFamily of Missing Barnstable Man Post Obituary
Prescott Wright of Barnstable, 23, went missing December 20 along with Zachary Wells of Burlington, Vt., 21. The two men disappeared after a party at Well's house, according to a press release from...
View ArticleWHOI Research Projects Awarded $5.2 M
The $5.2 million grant will allow the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution to use the latest technology and laboratory techniques to shed light on microbes, according to a press release. Microbes are...
View ArticleWho Do You Think Should Run for Kerry’s Seat?
With U.S. Senator John Kerry as President Barack Obama’s pick for Secretary of State, it’s anyone’s guess who will run for the seat in a special election next summer. Kerry was nominated by Obama on...
View ArticlePolice Log: Report of Unwanted Guest Leads to Arrest
Notable incidents from Saturday December 29, 2012 12:59 a.m.: Cypress St., suspicious motor vehicle, handled by officer 10:03 a.m.: Gunning Point Ave., threat, report 11:14 a.m.: Grand Ave., unwanted...
View ArticleSenator Brown Votes for Fiscal Cliff Deal
Calling the deal on the fiscal cliff "not perfect," outgoing US Senator Scott Brown (R-Wrentham) endorsed the plan in his final days in office. He says it ‘‘protects 99 percent of Americans from a...
View ArticleComet ISON Could Make Skywatchers' Year in 2013
Forget the Hunter's Moon in 2013. Local skywatchers might get to see a spectacular Hunter's Comet — the newly discovered comet ISON. A NASA astronomer says ISON's fiery tail may be visible to those...
View ArticlePolice Log: Reports of Larceny, Breaking and Entering
Notable incidents from Sunday December 30, 2012 2:45 a.m.: Main St., larceny, handled by officer 2:48 a.m.: Columbus Dr., suspicious motor vehicle, handled by officer 4:46 a.m.: Ocean Ave., breaking...
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