Selective Shellfish Areas to Reopen Sunrise Tomorrow

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UPDATE: AUGUST 11, 2023

Barnstable Harbor, Cotuit Bay and West Bay are all cleared to re-open to shellfishing effective sunrise tomorrow 08/12/2023.

These areas will revert to the open/closed maps from before the emergency closure meaning that any areas within these water bodies that were closed prior to the emergency closure, remain closed.

Shellfish open and closed area maps should be updated by tomorrow morning to show the most up to date maps, you can view them HERE and HERE

Be sure to check the maps tomorrow before the afternoon tide to ensure you are headed out to an open area as all of Hyannis and Poponessett Bay remain CLOSED until further notice.

Take Care,

Amy Croteau

Any questions please call the Division of Marine Fisheries at 978-282-0308.

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Fall Citizen’s Police Academy

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The Barnstable Police Department will be hosting their Citizens Police Academy this fall. The ten-week course begins on September 13 through November 15 and will meet on Wednesdays from 6-9 PM at the Barnstable Police Facility. All local residents and business owners are invited to attend. Applications can be found HERE or at the front window of the police station, located at 1200 Phinney’s Lane in Hyannis. Completed applications can be mailed or dropped off at the station, attention to Lt. Michael Clark. The email address is Clarkm@barnstablepolice.com if you have any questions. Applications will be accepted until Friday August 25th. Please apply early as the course is limited to 30 seats and it is anticipated the class will fill up quickly.