☀️ Robo "Rin Tin Tin" takes a bullet

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In this week’s Cape Coddah:

• County says no to gun range

• Future bridge tolls?

• Best pizza on the Cape

• Live music and Easter festivities

Let’s get to it.

THE DIGEST

So fly: Cape Cod’s airport manager 🛩️

Katie Servis is rewriting aviation history as the first female manager of the Cape Cod Gateway Airport. Juggling roles from landlord to pilot to politician, Servis spearheads vital projects like runway extensions, ensuring the airport keeps pace with demand. With Jet Blue's 10th year and American Airlines joining, she's ready for increased traffic while preserving the airport's unique charm. Beyond her managerial duties, Servis is passionate about inspiring the next generation of female aviators, hosting the annual Aviation Career Fair to ignite young girls' interest in the iron eagles. Read the full story.

County wants kibosh on gun range  🎯

Barnstable County doubled down on their opposition to the proposed machine gun range at Joint Base Cape Cod, stressing the urgent need for environmental protection. Commissioner Mark Forest voiced concerns about potential pressure from the military on the EPA, urging a final decision on the matter. The $11.5 million project has sparked outcry from residents and officials. The EPA's draft report highlighted the threat to Cape Cod's drinking water, but progress has stalled since then. The commissioners voted unanimously to reiterate their opposition and reach out to EPA officials and local legislators. Meanwhile, the Guard faces challenges in securing a contractor, with bids exceeding their budget. Read the fully story.

JAWS Golden Anniversary 🦈

A descendant of Universal Studios' founders is gearing up for a JAWS festival to celebrate the movie's 50th anniversary on the Island, aiming for June 15 to 25, 2025. Despite the excitement, details are still murky. Michael Dakin Cochrane, along with Notion, a Los Angeles-based firm, met with Aquinnah officials via Zoom to brainstorm. However, specifics, especially about logistics, remained up in the air, leaving some board members skeptical. While Cochrane floated ideas like Boston Pops performances, everyone agreed it was premature to commit without a clear plan. The group plans to reconvene in a few months to further hash out the details. Read the full story.

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Mass mulls tolls 🌁

In a recent TV appearance, State Transportation Secretary Monica Tibbits-Nutt hinted at possibly slapping on tolls to foot the bill for revamping the ancient Bourne and Sagamore bridges, pegged at a hefty $4.5 billion. These nearly century-old structures, carrying heavy traffic daily, are “past their prime." While the state has secured some funding, including a significant chunk from an agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Tibbits-Nutt emphasized the need for additional ideas beyond federal assistance. With plans to prioritize the Sagamore Bridge's replacement followed by the Bourne Bridge, Massachusetts explores all options to ensure . Read the full story.

LOCAL BUSINESS

OysterFest applications due

Want to showcase your handmade products at this year’s Wellfleet OysterFest? Arts and crafts applications are due April 1st.

Since 2001, this 2-day extravaganza (October 19-20) has drawn crowds of up to 20,000 to celebrate world-renowned oysters amidst art, community, and seafood delights.

Downtown Wellfleet comes alive each October with Main Street bustling with food stalls, beer gardens, live music, and arts vendors. Indulge in freshly harvested oysters and other local shellfish while enjoying culinary demos, educational talks, and family-friendly activities like crafting and games.

Top Slice 🍕

Last week was a burger ranking on Facebook, this week the folks on Reddit: Cape Cod had a sizzling discussion about the best pizza joint on the Cape. Here’s the top 5 restaurants according to upvotes in the subreddit:

1. Spiritus Pizza (Provincetown)
2. Pizza Barbone (Hyannis)
3. The Red Barn Pizza (Eastham)
4. Pizza Shark (Multiple) / George’s Pizza House (Harwich) - Tied
5. 3 Fools (Orleans)

What’s your favorite slice on the Cape?

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CIVIL NEWS

Or-leaning towards a new tax 💵

Orleans is mulling over a real estate transfer tax to boost housing efforts, following Chatham's lead. The tax, part of Gov. Maura Healey's Affordable Homes Act, could inject vital funds into local housing. Yet, details like the tax rate and income thresholds remain up in the air, awaiting a decision at the May town meeting. Read the full story.

Robo Rin Tin Tin takes a bullet  🤖 🐕

A Massachusetts State Police robot dog, known as “Roscoe”, found itself in the crosshairs during a tense showdown in Hyannis on March 6th. The standoff, which took hours to resolve, ended with the arrest of 30-year-old Justin Moreira. During the standoff, Moreira allegedly shot the robo dog, which was deployed along with other robots by the state police SWAT team. Roscoe, designed by Boston Dynamics, was the first Spot robot to be shot while on duty. The incident showcased the importance of high-tech tools like Roscoe in keeping officers safe during dangerous situations. Despite getting hit, Roscoe's manufacturer, Boston Dynamics, plans to keep the bot for research, proving that even robots can have heroic moments. Read the full story.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Live Music 🎸

• Steve Smith and The Nakeds @ The Music Room, West Yarmouth (Friday)

• Natalia Bonfini @ Cape Cod Beer, Hyannis (Friday)

• The Riptide Band @ Oliver and Planck’s Tavern, Yarmouth (Saturday)

• Playing Dead @ The Music Room, West Yarmouth (Saturday)

• John Redden @ Cape Cod Beer, Hyannis (Saturday)

• The Boston Naturals @ Hog Island Brewery, Orleans (Saturday)

Easter Festivities 🐣

• Easter Egg Hunt @ Morning Glory Farm, Martha’s Vineyard (Friday & Saturday)

• Easter at the Park @ Luke’s Love Boundless Playground, West Barnstable (Saturday)

• Make Your Own Easter Basket @ Cape Abilities Farm, Dennis (Saturday)

• Easter Egg Hunt @ Cotuit Library, Cotuit (Saturday)

• Easter Egg Hunt @ West Falmouth Library, West Falmouth (Saturday)

• Easter Egg Hunt @ Kate Gould Park, Chatham (Saturday)

• Meet the Easter Bunny @ Mashpee Commons, Mashpee (Saturday)

• Scavenger Hunt for Kids @ Truro Vineyards, North Truro (Saturday)

• Easter Egg Hunt @ Provincetown House of Pizza, Provincetown (Saturday)

• Easter Brunch Buffet @ Cape Cod Coffee, Maspee (Sunday)

• Easter Sunday Brunch Train @ Cape Cod Central Railroad, Hyannis (Sunday)

• Easter Egg Hunt @ Chatham Bars Inn, Chatham (Sunday)

Kids on the Cape Calendar 📅 

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WEATHER

Friday

47 🌡️ 37 | 🌧️ | 91% | 💨 NW 22 mph

Saturday

53 🌡️ 39 | ☀️ | 0% | 💨 W 15 mph

Sunday

50 🌡️ 35 | 🌤️ | 0% | 💨 NNW 9 mph

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 40ºF

LISTING OF THE WEEK

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