The howling wind against my window reminds me of the coronavirus. Ruthless and breathtaking, neither storm nor plague has a master. Mindless and amoral, they go about their business with […]
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FROM THE HELM
Caught in the Eye of the Storm
‘Steer into the waves,’ said the captain, but that was nearly impossible
It was the 2 a.m. deck watch change. I looked up to see a 40-foot wall of water just before it came crashing over us. In that instant, I knew […]
DUNE TOWN
Newshounds Gotta Eat Too
Dune Town by JAK
UNMASKED
The Real You
The Real You by Ellen LeBow
DOING GOOD
An Artistic Haven for Essential Workers’ Children
The Cape Conservatory fills an urgent need
Among the institutions stepping up in the Covid-19 crisis, like hospitals, police and rescue squads, schools, and grocery stores, you might not think of a music conservatory. But the Cape […]
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
The News Is Not Good
The response of the federal government and of our local institutions to the greatest health and economic crisis of our lives has revealed many fascinating stories. One is the government’s […]
our picks for the week of May 7 through May 13
Indie’s Choice
Outer Cape Calendar Power Pointe Along with the Metropolitan Opera, another major Lincoln Center institution, the New York City Ballet, has gone virtual as well. Now through May 29, the […]
Arts Briefs and Listings
Arts Briefs for May 7 through May 13
Virtual Drag Race With Mackenzie It’s become something of a Provincetown tradition: RuPaul’s Drag Race screened live on a big TV at Pilgrim House or the Crown & Anchor Cabaret, […]
RESILIENCE
The Role of Local Farms Gets Attention
With supply chains faltering, the right to farm here is raised
Even with the new emphasis on handwashing, some people can’t wait to get their hands dirty again.
ECONOMY
Local Banks Rush to Get Funds for Small Businesses
Second round of SBA payroll loans could be gone in days
Editor’s note: This story has been updated as of Saturday, May 2. PROVINCETOWN — The $310 billion that was added to the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) by Congress last week […]
PLAYBOOK
Masks Must Be Worn Downtown
Select board makes rule that health officials say isn’t needed
PROVINCETOWN — The select board has ordered the wearing of face masks starting Friday, May 1, in all Provincetown businesses and by everyone outdoors on Commercial Street between Bangs and […]
TRANSFERENCE
Wellfleet Inches Closer to Recycling Solution
Each town’s transfer station setup affects ability to distance properly
WELLFLEET — When it comes to recycling, each Outer Cape town does it a bit differently. This has made the need to adapt systems in response to the coronavirus vary […]
BODY/MIND
Heart Up, Twist, Breathe
A technique for times when doing more is just too much
“I’m exhausted. I’ve done absolutely nothing.” This is what I hear from friends, students, and family. I say it, too. We’re exhausted, but worried we’ve somehow missed the mark. Why […]
VIGNETTE
Hairdresser
Hairdresser by Daniel Dejean
MISSING LINKS
Local Golfers Impatiently Wait to Tee Off
Will courses open after May 18?
Golf has always been a game of patience. During the coronavirus crisis, it still is, but in a different sense: local golf courses have been closed since Gov. Charlie Baker’s […]