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Open burning season is ending, a fun day trip idea for Cape Codders & more!
Plus, how one local town is dealing with "busy beavers"!
Dianna Carney & Camilo Díaz
April 27, 2026
Welcome to this week’s edition of Community Connections!
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Open burning season is almost over in Massachusetts communities where it is allowed, and state fire officials are urging residents to follow the rules and use extra caution.
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Mammography Van is coming to town for a full day of breast cancer screening appointments.
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
Wildlife officials are reminding residents that warmer weather can bring more black bear activity close to home.
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
“Join us on Saturdays at the market, and experience the best of what our community has to offer!”
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
The Weymouth Food Pantry has announced a new weekly partnership aimed at improving local access to food and support services.
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
Margaritaville Resort is inviting Cape Cod residents to keep the good vibes close to home this season with a new locals-only savings program.
To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.
The department shared photos from the cleanup and emphasized that the situation had become a recurring challenge.
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