Police Arrest Centerville Man for Alleged Threat at Cape Cod Community College
The incident occurred when Mark R. Jones, 51, of Centerville went to Cape Cod Community College this morning to register for a spring class, according to a press release. Jones became irate when he...
View ArticleWhen Can I File My 2012 Tax Return?
You'll have to wait a bit if you are used to filing your annual tax return at the earliest possible date. The Internal Revenue Service has revised its opening date for tax season -- pushing it eight...
View ArticleFive Things to Know Today: Wednesday January 16
1. There will be some rain today mainly before 4pm with a high near 42 degrees. East wind 5 to 9 mph becoming calm in the afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. 2. Artwork by David F....
View ArticlePolice Log: 14-Year-Old Arrested, Charged with Assault and Battery
Notable incidents from Sunday January 13, 2013 12:40 a.m.: Luke Rd., domestic disturbance, arrested 14-year-old juvenile, assault and battery (simple), maliciously injuring real or personal property,...
View ArticleFalmouth Police and Local Church to Host Gun Buyback Program
By Andrea Carter The effort comes in the aftermath of the Sandy Hook Elementary school shootings, which happened a month ago today. “This is a grass roots effort in response to Sandy Hook,” said Rev....
View ArticlePatrick Looks to Raise $1 Billion in Income Taxes
Governor Deval Patrick is expected to propose $1 billion in new taxes to help pay to improve the state’s transportation system and expand early education programs, reported The Boston Globe. Patrick...
View ArticleFalmouth Man Arrested, Charged with Attempted Murder
Plymouth Police responded to a report of a domestic disturbance on Sullivan Ave. Monday at 12:15 a.m., according to the Cape Cod Times. Plymouth police allege Marques, 31, grabbed the woman by the...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor: Turbine Outcome will Write Falmouth's History
The Expulsion of a Community’s People - The Writing of Falmouth History Years from now, folks won’t remember it being taught in school or won’t remember it being mentioned at all, though this event,...
View ArticlePatrick: We Need to Increase Income Tax to Invest in Our Future
In his State of the Commonwealth address Wednesday night, Gov. Deval Patrick proposed raising the state's income tax by 1 percentage point and lowering the sales tax to pay for $2 billion in...
View ArticleCape Cod Student Held Without Bail for Alleged Threat to Shoot Students
Court Report: Wednesday, January 16, 2013 Arraignments: JONES, MARK R., 51, 436 Nye Rd., Centerville; threat to commit crime, disturbing school assembly, held without bail pending mental health...
View ArticleFive Things to Know Today: Thursday January 16
1. It will be mostly sunny today with a high near 42, according to the National Weather Service. 2. Would you like to learn Tai Ji? The Falmouth Senior Center is hosting a free class today at 9am. 3....
View ArticlePolice Log: Reports of Assault and Battery, Forgery, Breaking and Entering
Notable incidents from Tuesday January 15, 2013 12:55 a.m.: Grand Ave., suspicious motor vehicle, report 9:36 a.m.: Upper Cape Regional School, follow up investigation, handled by officer 10:21 a.m.:...
View ArticleCape Air Announces New Flights to New York
Cape Air began offering flights four days a week between Provincetown and White Plains New York last year. The route was so popular Cape Air decided to expand their routes once again, this time...
View ArticleNew Tick-Borne Disease Identified
A new tick-borne disease, not yet named, with symptons similiar to Lyme disease and treated with the same antibiotics, was found in a patient from Nantucket, according to the Cape Cod Times. The...
View ArticleThe Lanes Bowl and Bistro Opens in Mashpee
The Bobby Byrne Management Corp developed the new boutique-bowling venue. The Lanes Bowl and Bistro took over the old Shaw’s Market on Green Street in Mashpee Commons. The facility includes a...
View ArticleFive Things to Know Today: Friday January 18
1. There is a chance of snow before 7am today. It will be mostly cloudy through mid morning, then will gradually clear, with a high near 30 degrees. North wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24...
View ArticlePolice Log: Two Arrests, Reports of Breaking and Entering, Identity Theft
Notable incidents from Wednesday January 16, 2013 9:29 a.m.: Seacoast Shores Blvd., restraining order service, served in hand 9:39 a.m.: Leonard Dr., restraining order service, served in hand 9:39...
View ArticleFalmouth Wind Turbine Option Analysis Process Meeting
Draft Agenda: 6:30 p.m. Welcome, Introductions and Review of the Agenda 6:40 p.m. Presentation of WTOP Process and Recommendations 7:10 p.m. Discussion of Recommendations with the Board of Selectmen...
View ArticleJohn Kerry’s Confirmation Hearing Scheduled for Jan. 24
Sen. John Kerry’s confirmation hearing to become the next Secretary of State will take place on Jan. 24, according to Fox25. No opposition is expected to Kerry’s nomination. If he is named to the new...
View ArticleJoe Kennedy III Appointed to Middle East, Terrorism Subcommittees
Two weeks after he was officially sworn into office, Fourth District Congressman and former Barnstable County Assistant District Attorney, Joe Kennedy III, has his first House committee and...
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