The Bourne Planning Board is grappling with a proposed bylaw for battery energy storage systems amid rising concerns about environmental risks and public safety.

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A recent needs assessment reveals that 65% of families cite cost as the biggest barrier to preschool enrollment, sparking a push for expanded special education services in community settings.

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Bourne school leaders report impressive MCAS gains and growth among struggling students, but are raising alarms about persistent achievement gaps in writing and high school math.

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The Bourne Select Board is moving forward with a crucial land transfer for the Cape Cod bridges project, despite ongoing debates about traffic and local access.

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MassDOT has secured a staggering $956 million in funding for the Cape Cod bridge project, paving the way for construction to begin by late 2027!

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Residents are raising their voices against the potential donation of valuable town-owned land for the Sagamore Bridge project, arguing that the town deserves compensation instead.

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Gateway Fiber is shaking up the local internet scene with a new 1 gig service priced $5 lower than Verizon, but will it be enough to lure customers away?

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Verizon might cut your copper landline service soon—find out how you can make your voice heard before it's too late!

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The Bourne Select Board is racing against the clock to respond to a controversial proposal that could transform 61.8 acres into a battery energy storage facility.

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A proposed battery storage facility in Bourne could lead to significant tax changes, but the Planning Board is demanding more details before making a recommendation.

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The MBLC's new funding process is shaking up how Bourne approaches architectural planning, with strict rules on who can lead programming and a cap on local contributions.

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Bourne Fire Rescue is facing staffing challenges that could impact emergency response—will the select board take action to prevent future crises?

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The town is bracing for potential budget shortfalls in FY28 as the select board considers a controversial shift in funding strategy that could impact services and finances.

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Chief David Poloncie sets the record straight on the August 8 boat fire, revealing the truth behind the timeline and ambulance response that some claimed took 30 minutes.

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The Affordable Housing Trust is proposing a bold new vision for the old Main Street police station, aiming to transform it into much-needed workforce housing despite the challenges posed by its aging structure.

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The Cape Cod Commission is demanding more data before allowing Bourne to expand its housing and commercial projects, raising questions about the future of the Growth Incentive Zone.

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Pocasset residents are urged to support a vital $425,000 funding request for new library construction documents at the upcoming town meeting, as the current building faces irreparable damage.

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The Bourne Bridge rehabilitation is one step closer, but critical construction funding is still up in the air!

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Bourne's development projects are on hold as the planning board grapples with wastewater capacity and Cape Cod Commission delays—will phased approvals be the solution?

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Bourne's select board faces a tough decision: pursue a level-service budget or risk funding gaps that could lead to a challenging operational override campaign.

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