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U.S. Rep. Keating votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

U.S. Rep. William R. Keating (D-MA) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

By Cape Cod Ledger | Jul 25, 2024

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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies plummet in cities associated with Barnstable County in 2021

Farms throughout cities in Barnstable County received $2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

By Cape Cod Ledger | Feb 29, 2024

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Dukes County in 2021

By Cape Cod Ledger | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Dukes County received $194,507 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Nantucket County rise or fall in 2021?

By Cape Cod Ledger | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Nantucket County received $268,235 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Dukes County receive in 2021?

By Cape Cod Ledger | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Dukes County received $17,619 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Nantucket County farmers in 2021 reached $8,168

By Cape Cod Ledger | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Nantucket County received $8,168 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Barnstable County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Cape Cod Ledger | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Barnstable County received $274,328 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Chilmark Town - MA announces Chilmark Annual Town Meeting & Annual Town Election NOTICE

By Cape Cod Ledger Report | Apr 1, 2023

Chilmark Town - MA announces Chilmark Annual Town Meeting & Annual Town Election NOTICE

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Chilmark Town - MA announces Select Board will hold a Public Hearing on the Override Ballot Questions 4/18/23 at 5:00 PM

By Cape Cod Ledger Report | Apr 1, 2023

Chilmark Town - MA announces Select Board will hold a Public Hearing on the Override Ballot Questions 4/18/23 at 5:00 PM

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Free Covid-19 Test Kits Still Available

By Cape Cod Ledger Report | Apr 1, 2023

Free Covid-19 test kits are still available at Brewster Town Hall, the Ladies Library and the Council on Aging.

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How to Subscribe to Department and Committee Updates on Our Website

By Cape Cod Ledger Report | Apr 1, 2023

An exciting feature of the Town of Brewster’s new website is the ability to subscribe to news updates, as well as minutes and agendas, from individual committees and departments.

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Dennis Town - MA hosts Cape Cod Regional Government Assembly of Delegates Standing Committee on Finance on April 3

By Cape Cod Ledger Report | Mar 31, 2023

Dennis Town - MA hosts Cape Cod Regional Government Assembly of Delegates Standing Committee on Finance on April 3

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Dennis Town - MA hosts Cape Cod Commission- Pro-forma Hearing on April 3

By Cape Cod Ledger Report | Mar 31, 2023

Dennis Town - MA hosts Cape Cod Commission- Pro-forma Hearing on April 3

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Mail-In Sticker and Permit Applications Now Available!

By Cape Cod Ledger Report | Mar 31, 2023

Mail-In Sticker and Permit Applications Now Available!

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Legislature passes supplemental budget with pandemic-era extensions

By Cape Cod Ledger Report | Mar 31, 2023

Please read this important information regarding remote and hybrid meetings through 3/31/25, reduced quorums for open town meetings through 3/31/25, and extension of the expedited outdoor dining permit process through 4/1/24.

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AmeriCorps Cape Cod Seeks Proposals to Support Local Organizations

By Cape Cod Ledger Reports | Mar 30, 2023

Barnstable County AmeriCorps Cape Cod is holding informational sessions on Monday, April 3rd, and Thursday, April 6th for organizations interested in applying for an Individual Placement for the program’s historic 25th year.

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Cape Cod 2024 Regional Transportation Plan Survey Now Open

By Cape Cod Ledger Reports | Mar 30, 2023

The Cape Cod Commission is seeking comments and input from the public to support development of the 2024 Regional Transportation Plan (RTP). An online survey is now open.

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MENEMSHA SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITY:

By Cape Cod Ledger Reports | Mar 28, 2023

MENEMSHA SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITY:

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Apply ONLINE to Vote Early By Mail

By Cape Cod Ledger Reports | Mar 28, 2023

The option to Vote By Mail is open to all Chilmark registered voters for the upcoming local Annual Town Election on April 26, 2023.

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Welcome to Our New Website

By Cape Cod Ledger Reports | Mar 28, 2023

The Town of Brewster is excited to announce the launch of its new website.