A Thanksgiving gift: Sagamore Bridge will be fully open Nov 17, 2009
Bill Delahunt is thanking Massachusetts Secretary of Transportation Jeffrey Mullan for quickly endorsing Delahunt's request to establish a task force to address traffic congestion in the Cape Cod Canal area. "It is vital to get all agencies and business groups working together on the planning of future work, the development of alternate routes, the upgading of adjacent roads and in coming up with a much better system of communication," Delahunt said. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
A bridge to nowhere Nov 1, 2009
Cape Cod Canal does not usually freeze. Lake Champlain does. (Boston Globe)
Wrecking ball will swing at Buzzards bay Theater Oct 30, 2009
Buzzards Bay Theater owner Vincent Michienzi said Wednesday afternoon that demolition is beginning at the old movie house opposite the Main Street Park and Cape Cod Canal. Michienzi said asbestos is being taken out of the two-story building that served the region as theater for decades prior to being closed in the 1990s. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
William Mitchell, Boston Harbor pilot Oct 22, 2009
He was one of the last of a breed, said his friend Richard Chase, a former shipping agent who often hired Mr. Mitchell to navigate the Cape Cod Canal. Bill had a way of establishing his authority on the bridge and yet making people feel comfortable with him, so everyone was clear what was going to happen, said Chase, of Melrose. (Boston Globe)
Cahir to speak at Upper Cape Tech Oct 21, 2009
Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce and the Bourne Committee will meet from 8 to 9 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 28 at the Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School, Canalside Dining Room, Bourne. Guest speaker will be Thomas S. Cahir, Administrator, Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Wayward manatee may settle in Secaucus, N.J. Oct 17, 2009
A few days later, a fisherman reported a manatee heading south through the Cape Cod Canal. A week later, another report placed him off Connecticut again. (Boston Globe)
Sightings raise hopes that Ilya the manatee is on his way back to Florida Oct 5, 2009
A few days after Ilya s last sightings in Dennis and Orleans around Sept. 15, a fisherman reported a manatee heading south in the Cape Cod Canal. Then, a manatee was spotted off Connecticut last week, according to the International Fund for Animal Welfare based on the Cape. (Boston Globe)
Cycle for Haylee hits the road Saturday in Holliston Oct 2, 2009
The second run starts at 10 a.m. at the train lot bridge on Cape Cod Canal in Buzzards Bay. for details. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Island group agrees to buy Mashnee tracts eyed by town Oct 2, 2009
Mashnee is a community that is a geographical peninsula at the west end of the Cape Cod Canal, linked to the mainland by the Mashnee Dike, which is federal property overseen by the Army Corps of Engineers. Loading commenting interface. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Corps of Engineers to Adjust Sagamore Bridge Work for Next Three Weekends to Reduce Traffic Congestion Sep 23, 2009
Sept. 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District continues deck repairs and paving on the Sagamore Bridge spanning the Cape Cod Canal in Bourne, Mass. but will adjust the work schedule for the next three weekends to allow extra traffic lanes to help reduce traffic congestion on Cape Cod. (PR Newswire)
Surrender the sand? Sep 20, 2009
The jetty built for the Cape Cod Canal, for example, blocked down-drifting sand from reaching Sandwich. The second option is called nourishment, or soft beach restoration: Dredge off the coast and pump it onto sand-starved beaches. (Boston Globe)
Sagamore Bridge work to include more warning signs for drivers Sep 18, 2009
The Army Corps of Engineers has agreed to local requests that signs and message boards be placed along Routes 3 and 6 at both sides of the Cape Cod Canal to warn motorists about Sagamore Bridge repairs. The idea is to continually get more information about the project, said Marie Oliva, head of the Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce that services businesses in Bourne, Wareham and Sandwich ... The Army Corps of Engineers advised local officials and Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce... (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Bourne, Sandwich officials urging Corps to mitigate Sagamore Bridge repair impact Sep 17, 2009
Marie Oliva, director of the Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce, was scheduled to attend the session. Guerino said his office has been fielding calls for two days about motorists caught in traffic backups, missing medical appointments, arriving late to work and spending more than an hour trying to drive from Sandwich to Bourne. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Sagamore Bridge rapairs begin: Traffic will be slowed Sep 15, 2009
In addition, accessing the Cape Cod Canal website (use the link: CapeCodCanal. US, then Bridge Work Alerts, then Bridge Work Notices) will inform on status of the work, and advise of lane shifts and other adjustments to schedule that may interest motorists using the Sagamore Bridge. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Rail road fence blocking access to beach at Shore Road is quickly cut down Sep 10, 2009
Selectmen are concerned about other fences being erected along rail beds in Bourne, especially along the Cape Cod Canal between the auto bridges where residential homes have been built over the past two decades. A fence along that stretch of rail bed, selectmen said, would block canal access to the public in numerous locations and frustrate fishermen. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Heart Walk Oct. 4 Sep 5, 2009
Heart Walk, which will take place on Oct. 4, at the Sandwich Recreation Area at the Cape Cod Canal and three other satellite locations - the Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, in downtown Provincetown and at the Stonewood Health & Fitness Center in Carver. Heart Walk Chair Dan Wolf, president and CEO of Cape Air/Nantucket Airlines, shared his enthusiasm for an active lifestyle with more than 30 Heart Walk Team Captains at the Radisson Hyannis Hotel. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
WEATHERING SCITUATE: The tropics return Sep 5, 2009
The center of this storm passed northeastward down the Cape Cod Canal, and the over-running of tropical moisture in cool southern New England resulted in downpours producing three to five inches of rainfall over much of south Plymouth and Bristol counties, Cape Cod and the Islands. Meanwhile only a half-inch of rain fell in Connecticut. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Beverly cyclists unite for common goal at Pan-Mass Challenge Aug 7, 2009
Terri Martel: The ride along the Cape Cod Canal at dawn is always emotional for me. It is only 5 a.m. and people are up and riding together with smiles on their faces. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Many concerns as state plans to rebuild Cohasset Narrows Bridge Aug 7, 2009
Bourne officials, however, do not want any upgrading to interfere with planning for the centennial celebration of the Cape Cod Canal opening in 2014. Businesses that might be adversely affected by bridge repair work include Maco s bait and tackle store in Wareham and East Wind Lobster in Buzzards Bay, as well as restaurants and the Cranberry Plaza in East Wareham. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Medford residents embark on Pan-Mass Challenge cancer ride Aug 6, 2009
The second is riding along the Cape Cod Canal at 5:30 in the morning. The sun is just breaking on the horizon, it s cool and misty and the only sounds are your breathing as you glide along the water s edge. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Plankton Power and RTDC announce proposed algae-to-biofuels pilot facility on Cape Cod Aug 5, 2009
"The MMR location is ideal for this pilot projectthe on-site wastewater treatment plant would provide an excellent source of nutrients for the algae, and MMR's location close to the Cape Cod Canal would provide a convenient source of seawater as well as a renewable thermal energy source for algae growth and temperature control. We acknowledge the National Guard and the state of Massachusetts for providing critical support to this initiative.". "The Cape Cod Algae Biorefinery initiative provides... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
PERSONAL CAUSE: Local PMC riders lives touched by cancer Jul 25, 2009
Maritime at daybreak, so as you get to the bridge the sun is coming up over the Cape Cod Canal. Usually the sky is orange, and it s breathtaking. (Medfield Press, MA)
Russian sail contingent marches in Bourne parade on Americas birthday Jul 7, 2009
The Kruzshtern tied up at State Pier on the Massachusetts Maritime Academy campus along the Cape Cod Canal prior to the holiday break. The 376-foot barque opened to public tours. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Recent cycling trip served as fundraiser for local baby bundles group Jul 2, 2009
The origins of a recent fundraising bicycle ride along the Cape Cod Canal had a few interesting steps ... And so, on Saturday, June 20, Wilde and Dalton, a Quincy resident, held a charity ride along the Cape Cod Canal to benefit New Baby Bundles. (Norwell Mariner, MA)
Close call for windsurfer off Barnstable Jun 23, 2009
Coast Guard Station Cape Cod Canal, Air Station Cape Cod, and the Barnstable Fire Department launched rescue assets to the scene, and the fire department pulled the man to safety ... "We were thrilled that the Barnstable Fire Department was able to get to the man quickly," said Petty Officer Second Class Charles Seif with Station Cape Cod Canal. (Cape Codder, MA)
National Guard wants wind turbines at military base Jun 16, 2009
The announcement came the same day the Bourne Planning Board was advised of plans to locate 18 turbines north of the Cape Cod Canal on parcels in Bournedale owned by the Ingersoll and Sorenti families, Samuel Lorusso of Cape Cod Aggregates and the Mann family on the Buzzards Bay / South Plymouth boundary near Route 25. The concept of MMR wind is a collaborative effort between the ANG, Patrick administration, Senate President Therese Murray, D-Plymouth, and U.S. Rep. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Red tide affects shellfish beds on the North Shore May 30, 2009
Last year, a red tide bloom that closed shellfish beds from Salisbury to the Cape Cod Canal caused an estimated $1. 2 million in damage to the state s shellfish industry and affected an estimated 400 full- and part-time commercial fishermen and 35 shellfish farmers. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
William Hanley, 81, art director at Globe May 25, 2009
The Hanleys enjoyed daily walks along the Cape Cod Canal and frequent visits to Boston's art galleries. His wife died in December 2003. (Boston Globe)
MARSHFIELD REED'S ARK: Lighthouses have special place May 22, 2009
Perhaps the lack of a lighthouse at the east end of the Cape Cod Canal is partly explained by the array of lights on the present and former bridges across the canal, shining unmistakably out to sea as well as by the relatively unthreatening sandy shore and bay bottom of that part of Cape Cod Bay. Of course, this list is limited to South Shore beacons, but there is much more information about these and other lighthouses in a multitude of publications that can be found online if one searches for... (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Bidding farewell to a trusty mate May 9, 2009
It has also served stretches at the Cape Cod Canal station and the Coast Guard's National Motor Lifeboat School just outside Ilwaco, Wash. It will be sent to the Coast Guard Museum in New London, Conn. (Boston Globe)
DA says police shooting was justified May 5, 2009
Other recipients of the funds will be the Cape Cod Canal, set to receive $3,725,000, and Newburyport Harbor, which will receive $1 million. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Train trips from $155 all aboard! Apr 29, 2009
Starting from just $155, the package includes accommodations for two in a spacious guestroom with a balcony or patio and a fun-filled, 2-hour train ride from Hyannis to the Cape Cod Canal. Kids will delight as the train whistles and you chug along past cranberry bogs, lush woodlands and scenic marshes. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Oceanographer, shark expert speak at MMA environmental symposium Apr 28, 2009
The event includes hands-on workshops and the opportunity to spend the night aboard the Training Ship Kennedy, MMA s 550-foot vessel docked at the west end of the Cape Cod Canal. Loading commenting interface. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
'Moderately Large' Potential For Red Tide Outbreak In Gulf Of Maine Region Apr 28, 2009
This is one line of evidence that leads Anderson and his colleagues to believe the bloom this spring won't be as extensive as last year's, which closed shellfish beds from the Canadian border to the Cape Cod Canal, and on the outer portions of Cape Cod as well. "Last year at this time, we issued an advisory for a very large regional bloom that did in fact occur. In hindsight, that advisory was 'easy' because the cyst concentrations were higher than we had ever seen 30 percent higher than in 2004... (Science Daily)
New plans for motel site under review Apr 28, 2009
The Bourne Planning Department is reviewing Jaspers Realty LLC plans to construct two buildings overlooking the Cape Cod Canal in Bournedale. The original plan called for five units terraced into the steep hillside above Scenic Highway at the Herring Pond Road intersection. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Candidates forum set Apr 18, 2009
Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce and the Bourne Committee hosts a candidates forum from 8 to 9 a.m., Wednesday, April 29 at the Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School, Canalside Dining Room, 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne. Candidates for selectmen James Sloniecki (incumbent), Stanley Andrews, Robert Collett and Donald J. Picard will discuss the issues. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
UPDATED: Mariners rejoice Apr 17, 2009
The blasts rang across Taylors Point, the Cape Cod Canal and into Buzzards Bay village. Speaking to reporters, Adm. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Mass. Maritime reacts to Capt. Phillips' rescue Apr 14, 2009
The blasts rang across Taylors Point, the Cape Cod Canal and into the village of Buzzards Bay. Speaking to reporters, Mass. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Mass. Maritime Academy reacts to U.S. captains rescue Apr 13, 2009
The blasts rang across Taylors Point, the Cape Cod Canal and into Buzzards Bay village. Speaking to reporters, MMA Admiral Richard Gurnon repeated his call to arm merchant mariner crews, place soldiers if needed aboard commercial shipping and clean out the pirate havens. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Navy kills 3 pirates to save US captain Apr 13, 2009
In Bourne, the Massachusetts Maritime Academy celebrated the release of Phillips, a 1979 graduate, by blasting the whistle on the USTS Kennedy, its training vessel, and sounding the bell above Blinn Hall on the edge of the Cape Cod Canal. And in Underhill, the Vermont village where the captain lives with his wife, Andrea, several members of his family emerged from their house, smiles stretched across their faces, but made no comment. (Boston Globe)
MMA watches, waits in hijacking drama Apr 10, 2009
Back on the campus at the western end of the Cape Cod Canal, the media influence expanded and the Maersk line emphasized Gurnon s primary message; that returning Phillips remains the primary concern. The Pentagon declined to say if the Navy would launch an operation to rescue Philips The incident is the first in which Indian Ocean pirates attacked an American ship. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Luminaries past and present featured in Bournes 125th Apr 4, 2009
It includes: Joe Jefferson, noted Shakespearian and comedy actor; Grover Cleveland, U.S. president on two separate occasions; Leonard Wood; presidential candidate and governor-general of Cuba and the Philippines; Eben SS Keith; Keith Car Works founder, industrialist and manufacturer; Charles Raleigh; master artist mural painter and Bourne separatist; Peter Storm; ship s captain associated with Simon Bolivar; C.B. Taylor; Boston Globe newspaper owner; August Belmont; New York philanthropist who... (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
For cadets, piracy echoes from afar Mar 30, 2009
On the deck of the college's training vessel, a former merchant ship named the TS Kennedy that is berthed at the mouth of the Cape Cod Canal, cadets learn to use radar to detect nearby craft, use high-pressure fire hoses to sink attacking boats, and steer the ship in a zigzag fashion to create a wake to ward off assailants. Robert MacAleese, a senior majoring in marine transportation who hopes to become a deck officer, said training is vital, given the rising risk of piracy in trouble spots,... (Boston Globe)
Coast Guard boathouse shipped from Chatham to Quincy Mar 18, 2009
Aboard the barge A.F. Marrese, a former Coast Guard boathouse was taken through the Cape Cod Canal yesterday ... It was taken from there and passed through the Cape Cod Canal at about noon yesterday. (Boston Globe)
Mother's Garden: Three Rs for Spring Mar 18, 2009
It's crossed the Cape Cod Canal, and is also now in Ohio and moving west. Rabies was a scourge in the United States since earliest times, but in the 1950's a concerted public health campaign was made to catch all stray dogs then the main carriers of this deadly disease. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Cape Cod Canal may get tidal turbine Feb 19, 2009
A New Bedford company plans to install a turbine in the Cape Cod Canal to take advantage of the canal s strong tides. Natural Currents New England has already received federal approval to install a test tidal turbine there. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Youth Leagues Feb 8, 2009
Cape Cod Canal Youth Hockey ... Welcome to Cape Cod Canal Youth Hockey. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
