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TRURO: THIS WEEK'S CURRENTS
Mask Up in Truro
Meetings Ahead
There are no meetings posted for Truro this week. Conversation Starters Mask Up Effective Tuesday, Dec. 21, the Truro Board of Health instituted a mask order for businesses and public […]
WELLFLEET: THIS WEEK'S CURRENTS
Mask Up in Wellfleet
Meetings Ahead
There are no meetings posted for Wellfleet this week. Conversation Starters Mask Up Wellfleet has had a mask mandate in place since Nov. 18, according to the town’s website. Seasonal […]
EASTHAM: THIS WEEK'S CURRENTS
Mask Up in Eastham
Meetings Ahead
Most meetings are being held in person, but some are still remote or virtual. Go to eastham-ma.gov/calendar-by-event-type/16 and click on the meeting you are interested in to learn about meeting […]
STICKY WICKET
‘Keep Truro Rural,’ Says Someone
Motives behind the stickers are hazy, as no one will take credit
When questioned by photographer Nancy Bloom, this calf at the Mooney Farm on South Pamet Road denied posting “Keep Truro Rural” stickers around town. (Photo Nancy Bloom)
POLITICS
County Boards Fighting Over ARPA Millions
Commissioners and Assembly each want control of funds
Barnstable County officials are battling over who gets to decide on the distribution of $41.3 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds from the federal treasury. The three county […]
HOUSING
In Two Rulings, Opponents of Rental Developments Lose Out
Judges stand by bond orders for those who file appeals
Judges in two separate courts rendered rulings in the last week that buoyed developers of rental housing in Provincetown and Truro. In both cases, the state’s new Housing Choice Act […]
COVID PREVENTION
After Mandates, Few Cape Health Workers Remain Unvaccinated
98 percent of OCHS employees have been immunized
Very few health-care workers on Cape Cod have been fired for refusing to comply with vaccine mandates, according to spokespeople at three major providers. The vaccination rates among staff at […]
SUGAR AND SPICE
At Relish, Cookies Have a Season Unto Themselves
A summer shop makes a winter essential, sending cheer far and wide
PROVINCETOWN — On a summer day around noontime you can locate Relish by the crowd of people waiting outside. In handsome tank tops or flowing beach gowns they gather, placing […]
RARA AVIS
This Week’s Bird Sightings
Confirmed bird sightings on the Outer Cape in the week preceding the Independent’s deadline on Tuesday, Dec. 14 included the following, based on a report prepared by Mass Audubon’s Wellfleet […]
HUNGER
Where to Find Free Groceries and Meals on the Outer Cape
Community groups help put food on the table
PROVINCETOWN Inquiries and requests for assistance in accessing food programs in Provincetown should go to Mackenzie Perry, the community support liaison, at 508-237-7042 or [email protected]. You can also visit her […]
PROVINCETOWN: THIS WEEK'S CURRENTS
Second Chance at Scholarships
Meetings Ahead
Some meetings are in person, some online, and some are both. Go to provincetown-ma.gov and click on the meeting you want to watch to see if a remote option is available. Thursday, Dec. 16 […]
TRURO: THIS WEEK'S CURRENTS
Student Appointed to Walsh Committee
Meetings Ahead
Most meetings in Truro are remote only and can be watched online. Go to truro-ma.gov and click on the meeting you want to watch, then follow the instructions on the […]
WELLFLEET: THIS WEEK'S CURRENTS
Dredging Almost Done
Meetings Ahead
All meetings in Wellfleet are remote only and can be watched online. Go to wellfleet-ma.gov and click on the meeting you want to watch, then follow the instructions on the […]
EASTHAM: THIS WEEK'S CURRENTS
Transitional Trailer Transaction
Meetings Ahead
Most meetings are being held in person, but some are still remote or virtual. Go to eastham-ma.gov/calendar-by-event-type/16 and click on the meeting you are interested in to learn about meeting […]
