Five Stories Making Waves in Falmouth
1. A Catholic priest on Cape Cod said he understands why Pope Benedict XVI has decided to step down. Cape Priest Backs Pope’s Decision to Resign 2. Human remains were found Sunday in Kennebunkport,...
View ArticleWanted: Shoplifter At Kohls
Have you seen this person? Each week Patch will feature a different outstanding criminal case from a local police department. All information is courtesy of MassMostWanted.com. Theft - Case No. 130090...
View ArticleSenate OKs $200M Withdrawal From Rainy-Day Fund to Offset Budget Gap
The state senate voted Tuesday to spend $200 million in rainy day cash to balance the budget and freeze the unemployment insurance rates businesses pay, according to The Republican. The bill is part...
View ArticleMore Republicans Enter Race for U.S. Senate
It’s starting to shape up into quite a race, as the field of potential Republican candidates for U.S. Senate continues to grow. This week, two more Republicans threw their hats in the proverbial ring...
View ArticleChildren Shoplifters, Off Season Heroin Bust, Snow Falls on Bank Robbery
The following information is from police departments, courts and media outlets that serve Patch towns. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction. Package stole from...
View ArticleUPDATE: Steamship Authority Cancels Noon and 1:15PM Vineyard Boats
Update: Steamship Authority noon boat to Woods Hole and 1:15pm boat to Vineyard Haven are cancelled. The Steamship Authority has cancelled its run this morning for the 8:15 am and 10:45 boats to...
View ArticleSome Cape Residents Without Power Again
This Nstar outage map updates every fifteen minutes.
View ArticleWinter Storm, High Wind Warnings Issued for Barnstable County
The Winter Storm warning that went into effect Saturday afternoon will remain in effect until Sunday at 7 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. Heavy snowfall is expected through the...
View Article10 Ways to Use Falmouth Patch in 2013
We have certainly grown and changed since we started. So even if you think you know how to use Patch like a pro, here are some more tips to stay informed - and more importantly, inform others. 1. Add...
View ArticleFun Winter Activities to Break Your Family's Cabin Fever in Falmouth
Most families are exhibiting signs of cabin fever at this time of year, especially after staying indoors most of the weekend after the blizzard. The sibling sniping is at record levels, the toddler...
View ArticleWhat's Opened and What's Closed Today: Presidents' Day
Today is Presidents' Day/Washington's Birthday observance in Massachusetts. Take a look at the list of businesses and offices that are closed in observance of the Federal Holiday. All municipal...
View ArticleWhat Everyone Ought to Know about Cape Cod Canal Fishing
Cape Cod Canal fishing is one of the most challenging and rewarding types of fishing along the entire East Coast of the United States. Few locations on earth offer the shore bound angler a better...
View ArticleFive Things to Know Today: Tuesday February 19
1. Showers are likely today, mainly after 4 p.m. There will be increasing clouds, with a high near 45 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. 2. The Preschool Nature Club for Families...
View ArticlePolice Log: 78-Year-Old Falmouth Man Arrested, Charged with Assault to Murder
The Falmouth Police Department provided the following. It does not indicate a conviction. Notable incidents from Thursday February 14, 2013 Police responded to a report of breaking and entering in a...
View ArticleHow Did the Recession Affect Your Household Income?
The Great Recession has changed family dynamics, with more women becoming the family's main breadwinner and more importance placed on what women earn, according the to the Carey Institute at the...
View ArticleGas Prices Surge; Are you Driving Less?
Gas prices on Cape Cod continue their upward march. AAA Southern New England said its survey of prices in Massachusetts on Monday found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $3.72 per gallon, four...
View ArticleFive Things to Know Today: Wednesday February 20
1. It will be partly sunny today with a high near 36 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. 2. The Memoirs Group meets today at the Falmouth Council on Aging at 1 p.m. 3. Tonight is $5...
View ArticlePolice Log: Wareham Man Arrested on Drug Charges
The Falmouth Police Department provided the following. It does not indicate a conviction. Notable incidents from Friday February 15, 2013 Police arrested Michael Anthony Geggatt, 22 of Falmouth, on...
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