PROVINCETOWN — The Jan. 4, 2018, nor’easter brought a storm surge with it that seemed to lift water out of Provincetown harbor and pour it down Gosnold Street like a […]
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ECONOMY
The Counterintuitive Possibility of Becoming a Cape Cod Fisherman
Alliance offers class on everything from knot-tying to networking
CHATHAM — The Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance (CCCFA) plans to offer a six-day course to teach people the basic skills needed to work on a commercial fishing boat. That […]
HOUSING
Cloverleaf Foe Raises Fears of Blue Baby Syndrome
Truro ZBA to weigh affordable housing benefits against health issues
TRURO — Several residents, including three members of the Truro Planning Board, objected to the so-called Cloverleaf affordable housing development during a zoning board of appeals hearing on Dec. 5. […]
DEAR INDIE
Making Your Case With Adults and Toddlers
How to hold your own through the holidays
Dear Indie, When I go home for the holidays, I find myself among friends who are more conservative than my Cape Cod ones. I usually try to avoid political talk. […]
Crossword
A Day at the Beach
The December puzzle from Sophia Maymudes should be done on dry land. Need some answers? We send out the solution in our Friday newsletter. You’ll find the signup for our […]
BODY/MIND
Counter Those Holiday Jitters with a Simple, Effective Tool
You’re anxious about being able to afford gifts for everyone on your list. The company party sounds like the worst idea in the world. Someone you loved recently died and […]
WARRIORS WATCH
Winter Sports Season Kicks Off This Week
A weekly preview of Nauset High sports
Thursday, Dec. 12 Girls ice hockey: The Warriors will play the Barnstable Red Raiders at the Hyannis Youth Community Center at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 Girls basketball: The Nauset […]
DOING GOOD
Tots Won’t Lack Toys
Doing Good: a column celebrating those who give back.
CURRENTS
Fire Cause: Woodstove, Electrical, or Portable Heater
PROVINCETOWN — The state fire marshal and Provincetown Fire Chief Michael Trovato have determined the cause of the Nov. 21 fire that killed John Eder was accidental. According to an […]
Hired
Film Society Hires New CEO
PROVINCETOWN — After a national search, Rachael Brister has been hired as the new CEO of the Provincetown Film Society (PFS), the umbrella organization for the Provincetown International Film Festival, […]
LIFE & DEATH
Creating a Caring Place to Die
Lily House would offer round-the-clock care so residents won’t have to die alone
PROVINCETOWN — Ever since Dawn Walsh arrived in Provincetown she has been working to take fear and ignorance out of the experience of death. She founded the Day of the […]
ENVIRONMENT
Herring to Be Protected From Big Trawlers
Local fishermen are hopeful about new NOAA rule
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) moved to protect herring on Nov. 19 when it approved a new rule restricting the operation of trawlers. Amendment 8 to the Atlantic […]
DEVELOPMENT
Water to the Cloverleaf Will Nourish N. Truro Businesses
NORTH TRURO — A water line will be coming to Highland Road to service the 40-unit Cloverleaf housing project and bring new economic development to the scrappy commercial area here. […]
HEALTH
It’s Open Enrollment for Health Insurance Through Jan. 23
Here’s a consumer’s guide to help you through the maze
PROVINCETOWN — Massachusetts had universal health care before it was cool. Even before Obamacare, local residents were able to get insurance regardless of their work situation, income level, or pre-existing […]
EASTHAM
Select Board Renews Stewart’s Liquor License
EASTHAM — The select board voted 3-1 on Nov. 25 to approve the renewal of the liquor license for Stewart’s Restaurant on Route 6 despite questions about the character of […]
