PROVINCETOWN — As legal protections for transgender people are stripped away at the federal level, the effects are being felt far beyond Washington. That is true even here in Provincetown […]
HOUSING
Board Approves $500K for 26 Shank Painter
‘Forgivable loan’ would be repaid if developers fail to build 40 units
PROVINCETOWN — The town’s effort to get 40 condos — 30 of which would be sold to town residents at below-market prices — built at the site of the former […]
IMMIGRATION
Amid Threats to Foreign Students, a Harvard Choir Sings in Provincetown
New scrutiny at airports means international travel is a risk for visa holders
PROVINCETOWN — The Trump administration’s increased pressure on student visa holders nationwide — and its all-out campaign against Harvard — came into view in Provincetown last week when the Harvard […]
HISTORIC
New Wing Is Set to Open at 1869 Schoolhouse Museum
The reconstruction fulfills hopes for the building envisioned decades ago
EASTHAM — With a new wing added over the winter, this town’s old yellow schoolhouse, which now serves as its museum, run by the local historical society, has been restored […]
ROAD TRIP
Far Out Is Closer Than You Think
In Orleans, a foray into vinyl, potato power, and other ways to change the world
I didn’t think I needed the potato clock. I mean, everything I really need is close by: I can buy my printer paper across the street from here. If I […]
PROVINCETOWN: THIS WEEK'S CURRENTS
Vision for Route 6A
Meetings Ahead
Most meetings in Provincetown are held in person, typically with an online-attendance option. Click on the meeting you want to attend on the calendar at provincetown-ma.gov for a link to […]
TRURO: THIS WEEK'S CURRENTS
Preparing for Wildfires
Meetings Ahead
Meetings in Truro are often held remotely. Go to Truro-ma.gov and click on the meeting you are interested in for an agenda and details on how to join. Thursday, June […]
WELLFLEET: THIS WEEK'S CURRENTS
Webinars Win Out
Meetings Ahead
Most meetings in Wellfleet are in person, typically with an online-attendance option. Click on the meeting that interests you on the calendar at wellfleet-ma.gov for details. All meetings are at […]
EASTHAM: THIS WEEK'S CURRENTS
Early Voting Begins
Meetings Ahead
Most meetings in Eastham are in person, typically with an online-attendance option. Click on the meeting you are interested in on the calendar at eastham-ma.gov for details. All meetings are […]
TIDE CHART
Provincetown and Wellfleet Harbors
Thursday, June 12, - Thursday, June 19, 2025
Know when to hit the flats.
Wellfleet Legal Notices
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF REMOTE PUBLIC HEARING THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2025 AT 7:00 PM Pursuant to Massachusetts General Wellfleet Section 235, the ZBA will hold public hearings on […]
Town of Truro Legal Notices
INVITATION FOR BIDS GREAT HOLLOW BEACH ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS The Town of Truro invites sealed Bids for the proposed construction of a new public access structure at the Great Hollow Beach […]
Provincetown Legal Notices
SELECT BOARD 7 RACE ROAD CURB CUT The Provincetown Select Board will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, June 23, 2025 in the Judge Welsh Room, Town Hall, 260 Commercial […]
CLASS OF 2025
Soon-to-Be Graduates Prepare to ‘Fit in the World’
Nauset High seniors look to the future with excitement and apprehension
TRURO — The mood among the members of the Class of 2025 at Nauset Regional High School gathered at Truro Vineyards for the senior banquet on May 30 was, by […]
CULTURAL EXCHANGE
Amid Turmoil, J-1 Students Are Welcomed Here
A ‘pause’ on visa interviews won’t affect the hundreds headed to Provincetown
PROVINCETOWN — The hundreds of international students who come to the Outer Cape through the U.S. State Dept.’s Summer Work Travel program will still be here this year, despite a […]