PROVINCETOWN — Michael Cestaro’s short film White Space will screen on Sunday, Jan. 17 at 3 p.m. on Zoom. In it, four women of color — Mozelle Andrulot, Alejandra Cuadra, Tianna Esperanza, and Muska Yousuf — who spent their formative years on largely white Cape Cod discuss their lives and experiences and perform in the historic … ▶
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WATERSHED
Lawyer Is Hired to Face ZBA on Cloverleaf
Board’s final vote on affordable housing plan expected Jan. 14
TRURO — On the eve of the expected approval of what would be the town’s largest affordable housing development, a group calling itself Concerned Members of the Pond … ▶
SCHOOLS
Nauset Board Sets HS Vote for March 30
Critics say district-wide vote on renovation is ‘undemocratic’
EASTHAM — The Nauset Regional School Committee voted 6 to 1 on Jan. 7 to set March 30 as the date for a district-wide vote on the $131.8-million renovation of the … ▶
BEING THERE
Nick Nickerson’s Day of Infamy
After public comments about the Capitol riot, he threatens to sue
EASTHAM — Nathan “Nick” Nickerson III doesn’t regret going to the “rally” on Jan. 6 that turned into a violent storming of the U.S. Capitol, but he does wish that he … ▶
TESTING, PART 7
Free Rapid Covid Testing Extended to Feb. 28
Asymptomatic testing is finding new cases every day
PROVINCETOWN — Free asymptomatic coronavirus testing will continue on the Outer Cape. The free rapid-testing program that began here on Dec. 23 was scheduled to end … ▶
HOUSING
Planning Board Debates Changes in AADU Bylaw
Affordability in accessory dwelling units is addressed
WELLFLEET — The planning board voted 5 to 1 at its Jan. 6 meeting to draft a new umbrella bylaw regulating both accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and affordable … ▶
National Seashore
Biden’s Advent Kindles Hope for Advisory Commission Revival
Stalled Seashore advisory group ‘will have a lot to catch up on’
WELLFLEET — On March 4 last year, the Cape Cod National Seashore Advisory Commission hit another roadblock on the road to reauthorization. The acting deputy director … ▶

TRACK AND FIELD
A Nauset Runner’s Road to Success
Monique Malcolm overcame hurdles to reach the record books

BABYCAKES
Welcome, Thora and Eva

STRANDINGS
Responding to Stranded Mammals

CLEANING HOUSE
With Swap Shops Closed, the Giving Isn’t So Easy
Where to donate, and how to do it thoughtfully

WINTER INTEREST
Hydrangeas Offer More Than Summer Romance
For some species, unpruned is picturesque

FROM THE LARDER
Kimchi Is Made of Spicy, Funky Kitchen Magic
So many cabbages, and, now, plenty of time

NAVIGATING BY THE STARS
The Planets Pit Chaos Against Enlightenment
A look at your elemental choices

RARA AVIS
This Week’s Bird Sightings

CROSSWORD #17
Turn Up The Heat
TOWN HALL
New Accountant Takes On ‘Glaring Issues’
WELLFLEET — Nearly three months after the abrupt dismissal of the town accountant, the town has filled the position. The new accountant, Heather Michaud, began work … ▶
This Week In Provincetown
Meetings Ahead
Meetings are held remotely. Go to provincetown-ma.gov and click on the meeting you want to watch. Thursday, Jan. 14 Water & Sewer Board, 1 p.m. … ▶
This Week In Truro
Meetings Ahead
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This Week In Wellfleet
Meetings Ahead
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This Week In Eastham
Meetings Ahead
Meetings are held remotely. Go to eastham-ma.gov/calendar-by-event-type/16 and click on the meeting you’re interested in to read its agenda and find out how to view … ▶
CLINICAL CARE
Health Care Giant Tackles Outer Cape
Cape Cod Healthcare plans urgent and primary care center in Orleans
ORLEANS — The financial challenges that prompted Cape Cod Healthcare to temporarily shelve its $180-million hospital expansion plan last year and lay off more than … ▶