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A Festive Chatham Christmas By The Sea Stroll

December 9, 2023

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Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance Officials and State Rep. Dylan Fernandes celebrated a $500,000 state earmark for the organization at the fish pier Wednesday. From left, Senior Outreach and Policy Advisory Seth Rolbein, Accounting and Operations Manager Holly Buddensee, Fernandes, CEO John Pappalardo, COO Mel Sanderson, and Development Coordinator Brigid Krug. TIM WOOD PHOTO

Fishermen’s Alliance Receives $500K State Earmark

December 8, 2023

CHATHAM – The Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance has received a $500,000 state earmark to support programs aimed at sustainability,...

Past Traditions Return For This Weekend’s Christmas By The Sea Stroll

December 7, 2023

CHATHAM – Past traditions return to brighten this weekend’s Christmas By The Sea holiday stroll. The annual town Christmas tree lighting, held in...

Joanna Jenkins chats with Santa during the Christmas Stroll in Harwich Port on Friday evening.

Christmas In Harwich

December 8, 2023

HARWICH – The first Christmas in Harwich Festival Weekend was considered a success, despite Sunday’s rain, which canceled events. The weather on...

The select board has approved the use of wetlands revolving funds for a study of wetland dependent structures on wetlands on the Herring River. WILLIAM F. GALVIN PHOTO

Select Board Approves Ecological Study Of Herring River

December 7, 2023

HARWICH – A study assessing the environmental impacts of water-dependent structures such as docks, seawalls and boardwalks on wetlands in the...

Harwich Old Timers administrator Sandra Hall says members of the select board have "lost their minds." WILLIAM F. GALVIN PHOTO

Harwich Facebook Page Causes Friction

December 6, 2023

HARWICH – The friction between members of the select board and the social media Harwich Old Timers Facebook page has been evident for a couple of...

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December 7, 2023

More than 260 runners took part in Saturday’s Santa Stampede in Orleans, the event’s largest field ever. Here, the run’s namesake (embodied by Greg Doelp) crosses the finish line. COURTESY PHOTOS

Santa Stampede Draws Record Field

December 7, 2023

Kevin Galigan of the Orleans Select Board discusses the amended comprehensive wastewater management plan that is set to be sent off for review at the state level with the board Nov. 29. RYAN BRAY PHOTO

Select Board Approves Submittal Of Amended Wastewater Plan

December 7, 2023

ORLEANS – The town will submit an amended comprehensive wastewater master plan to the state Department of Environmental Protection and the...

Maureen Linehan, senior case manager with the Homeless Prevention Council, said when it comes to finding senior housing, applicants should apply early and for everything that’s available. RYAN BRAY PHOTO

Seminar Offers Advice For Seniors Facing Housing Issues

December 6, 2023

ORLEANS – Soaring housing costs. Limited inventory. More people phasing into retirement. The issues driving the ongoing housing crisis are varied,...

Santa Claus arrived at last Saturday’s Brewster Christmas tree lighting at Drummer Boy Park by fire truck just after dusk. RICH ELDRED PHOTOS

Brewster Decks The Halls

December 8, 2023

Brewster for the Holidays will run through Christmas Eve, Dec. 24 with something for everyone. Go to brewsterfortheholidays.org for more information!

The Latham Centers in Brewster. ALAN POLLOCK PHOTO

Former Latham Teacher Accused Of Rape: Frederick W. Walters, 60,...

December 7, 2023

BREWSTER – A former vocational teacher at the Latham Centers was arraigned Nov. 29 on charges connected with the alleged rape of a 22-year-old...

The outdoor pool at the Bay property was open to residents last summer. FILE PHOTO

Ultimate Cost Of Sea Camp Plans Could Top $60 Million

December 6, 2023

BREWSTER – The latest draft plan for the Cape Cod Sea Camp property on Route 6A could cost Brewster as much as $66 million, if the town implements...

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Gloriæ Dei Cantores Performs Handel’s ‘Messiah’ Dec. 15 and 16

December 9, 2023

One of the most beautiful pieces of choral music ever created will soon be heard in the Church of the Transfiguration in Rock Harbor, Orleans as...

If you’re feeling creative you can try printing your own wrapping paper using craft paper, potatoes, and non-toxic inks. MARY RICHMOND PHOTO

Nature Connection: Wrapping It All Up

December 9, 2023

Here it is, gift season once again. After weeks of hype that began before Halloween had passed, the time for attending to gift lists, shopping,...

Author Peter Abrahams. COURTESY PHOTO

'Chet And Bernie' Author To Sign Books In Chatham Saturday

December 8, 2023

Fans of the “Chet and Bernie” mystery series take note — author Spencer Quinn will sign his books in Chatham this weekend. Spencer Quinn is the...

December 5, 2023

Gail Hoffman, 88, of Eastham passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 23, at Broad Reach Hospice. Born May 9, 1935, in Pawtucket, R.I., Gail...

Jacqueline M. Barrett

December 5, 2023

Jacqueline “Jackie” M. Barrett, 94, of Harwich Port, MA passed away on September 15, 2023. Jackie was born to Ernest and Elvira Gifford in...

Christoph Zeyen

December 5, 2023

Christoph Zeyen, age 65, passed away at home in North Chatham, MA, on November 23, 2023, over 8 years after being diagnosed with Stage IV colon...

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High School Sports

Cape Cod Tech girls basketball coach Nick Conti said the Crusaders will field a younger team composed of mostly sophomores and freshmen this winter. BRAD JOYAL PHOTOS

Cape Tech Basketball Teams Will Try To Build On Last Year’s Success

December 7, 2023

HARWICH – Although the Cape Cod Tech boys and girls basketball teams each lost key contributors from last year’s teams to graduation, both...

While construction continues at the high school, Nauset’s basketball and wrestling teams will practice and compete at the Nauset Regional Middle School in Orleans this winter. BRAD JOYAL PHOTO

Nauset Prepares To Host Winter Sports Off Campus

December 7, 2023

ORLEANS – As construction at Nauset Regional High School rolls on, the school’s winter sports teams are preparing to play their respective seasons...

First-year Monomoy girls coach Craig Andrews is no stranger to coaching in the community. The Chatham native has coached either Chatham or Monomoy programs for more than 10 years. BRAD JOYAL PHOTOS

Andrews, McCarthy Take Over Monomoy Basketball Programs

December 6, 2023

HARWICH – There will be new leadership navigating the sidelines at Monomoy this winter. Chatham native and longtime Chatham/Monomoy coach Craig...

Athlete of the Week

Lower Cape Synchronized Skating's first-place finisher at the Boston Synchronized Skating Classic. PHOTOS COURTESY HANNAH CAST.

Athletes Of The Week: Lower Cape Skaters

December 6, 2023

Three Lower Cape Synchronized Skating teams returned home to the Cape with some new hardware after earning medals while competing at the Boston...

Monomoy senior Reign Stephens, middle, carries the football against St. John Paul II on Thanksgiving Eve in Sandwich. BRAD JOYAL PHOTO

Athlete Of The Week: Reign Stephens

November 29, 2023

SANDWICH – Reign Stephens didn’t want his final high school football game to be a forgettable experience. So, the senior from Harwich delivered a...

Our View: Old Timers Vs. Select Board

December 8, 2023

By now most people should be savvy enough to understand that social media is not always a reliable source of information. Sure, it can be...

Our View: Enough With The One-Day Alcohol Permits

December 7, 2023

It’s time that the select board reconsider issuing one-day alcohol permits to individual shops. For this week’s Christmas By The Sea stroll, the...

Letters To The Editor: Dec. 7, 2023

December 6, 2023

Pine Oaks Responds To Letter Editor: In last week’s Chronicle questions were raised about Pine Oaks Village IV and its affordability. As members...

Partnership Can Help Anyone Navigate Choppy Health Insurance Waters

December 7, 2023

Could you save money on your health insurance and also get better access to healthcare providers? Morgan Eldredge and the health care navigators of...

Remember When Dec. 7, 2023

December 6, 2023

Raymond Nickerson with his wife and five daughters at his home which is now the Red Balloon, 1950 Orleans. Lower Row Barbara Wright, Raymond...

Remember When Nov. 30, 2023

November 29, 2023

Robert Thayer of Harwich (postmaster in Harwich for 30 years), in the foreground with his left arm reaching out, during his time as a gunners mate...

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