Rachael Devaney

1 week ago | capecodtimes.com | Rachael Devaney

Sandwich town meeting voters approved accessory dwelling unit zoning bylaw changes to comply with state law. Voters rejected a proposed ban on nip bottles and a "Skip the Stuff" petition to limit single-use plastic takeout utensils. The town adopted a $99.5 million operating budget and approved beach nourishment plans.

1 week ago | capecodtimes.com | Rachael Devaney

The board currently has four members, who typically serve for three years. The town of Sandwich, according to 2024 statistics, has roughly 17,581 registered voters and six precincts, according to the Secretary of the Commonwealth's Office. Election polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.None of the candidates currently sit on the Select Board. The Times asked those running for biographical information and answers to four questions. The candidates are listed alphabetically by last name.

1 week ago | capecodtimes.com | Rachael Devaney

Three candidates will run for the three-year seat including Alexandra Higgins and Megan Tammaro and incumbent Danielle Binienda. Election polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.The Times asked those running for biographical information and answers to four questions. The candidates are listed alphabetically by last name.

1 week ago | capecodtimes.com | Rachael Devaney

One contested race is for a two-year Select Board seat. The other is for a three-year Select Board seat. Select Board members in Mashpee serve three-year terms. The board has five members. The town of Mashpee has 13,297 registered voters and five precincts, according to the Secretary of the Commonwealth. None of the candidates currently sit on the Select Board. The Times asked those running for biographical information and answers to four questions.

2 weeks ago | metrowestdailynews.com | Rachael Devaney

With special equipment, aerial support and some timely rain, an army of firefighters fought a raging brush fire for hours at Joint Base Cape Cod before it was brought under control late Thursday night, according to Mashpee Fire Chief Joseph Peltier. "I don't want to tell you that it's (completely) out," Peltier said Friday morning. "But the state is working hot spots all around that area. And I know the rain probably helped."Most if not all Cape Cod fire departments answered the call at the base.