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More than 260 runners took part in Saturday’s Santa Stampede in Orleans, the event’s largest field ever. Here, the run’s namesake (embodied by Greg Doelp) crosses the finish line. COURTESY PHOTOS

Santa Stampede Draws Record Field

December 7, 2023

Kevin Galigan of the Orleans Select Board discusses the amended comprehensive wastewater management plan that is set to be sent off for review at the state level with the board Nov. 29. RYAN BRAY PHOTO

Select Board Approves Submittal Of Amended Wastewater Plan

December 7, 2023

ORLEANS – The town will submit an amended comprehensive wastewater master plan to the state Department of Environmental Protection and the...

Maureen Linehan, senior case manager with the Homeless Prevention Council, said when it comes to finding senior housing, applicants should apply early and for everything that’s available. RYAN BRAY PHOTO

Seminar Offers Advice For Seniors Facing Housing Issues

December 6, 2023

ORLEANS – Soaring housing costs. Limited inventory. More people phasing into retirement. The issues driving the ongoing housing crisis are varied,...

Orleans firefighter/paramedics Ian Mack and Gabby Parker showcase a banner advertising the return of Homeless for the Holidays. Members of Orleans Fire Local 2675 will spend 103 hours outside on Route 6A next to the Red Balloon Toy Shop through Dec. 10. RYAN BRAY PHOTO

Homeless For The Holidays Kicks Off In Orleans

December 6, 2023

ORLEANS – It’s not uncommon to see members of the Orleans Fire Department out on the streets. But this week, department members are hitting the...

The Homeless Prevention Council is in its 28th year organizing its Adopt a Family program to help families in need during the holidays. PHOTO COURTESY HOMELESS PREVENTION COUNCIL

Adopt A Family Returns For 28th Year

November 30, 2023

ORLEANS – Hadley Luddy may be the CEO of the Homeless Prevention Council, but with the nonprofit’s annual Adopt a Family fundraiser underway, she’s...

Mrs. Claus visits with young Haddie (left) and Callie Rotti at Saturday’s breakfast at the Orleans Yacht Club. ALAN POLLOCK PHOTOS

Orleans Welcomes Santa, Mrs. Claus, And Holiday Shoppers

November 30, 2023

ORLEANS – Big crowds of holiday revelers, wide-eyed tots and plain old bargain hunters converged on Orleans Saturday, when a host of holiday...

Orleans Town Assessor Brad Hinote leads the select board through a tax classification hearing Nov. 15. RYAN BRAY PHOTO

Could A Residential Tax Exemption Help Orleans?

November 29, 2023

ORLEANS – “It’s that time of year again,” Town Assessor Brad Hinote told the select board Nov. 15. Hinote was before the board for the town’s...

Seaside Cannabis Co. was approved for its final license from the state Cannabis Control Commission earlier this month, setting the business up to become Orleans' first adult-use recreational marijuana retailer. RYAN BRAY PHOTO

Seaside Cannabis To Open As Orleans’ First Pot Shop

November 29, 2023

ORLEANS – After more than three years, on Nov. 9 the team behind Orleans’ first retail marijuana business got the news it had been waiting for. The...

The Jolly Elf will arrive by boat in Town Cove Saturday morning. FILE PHOTO

Orleans Gets In The Holiday Spirit Saturday - Santa Visits; Small...

November 23, 2023

ORLEANS – Forget Black Friday; Saturday’s the day to get in the holiday spirit in Orleans. Santa Claus is coming to town, with Christmas...

A preliminary rendering shows one potential design for a new Snow Library at the library’s existing location at 67 Main St. RYAN BRAY PHOTO

Possible Options Presented For New Orleans Library

November 22, 2023

ORLEANS – Attendees of a public forum last week at the Snow Library got an early look at what a new library building might look like, and...

Orleans Town Manager Kim Newman. RYAN BRAY PHOTO

Nauset Towns To Partner On Regionalization And Efficiency Grant

November 22, 2023

ORLEANS – Between a new elementary school, a new fire station and potentially a new community center, Orleans’ needs are many. But while there’s...

Orleans Public Works Director Tom Daley will leave his post Nov. 30. The town also anticipates the retirement of its finance director, Cathy Doane, on the same day. FILE PHOTO

Orleans Braces For DPW, Finance Director Departures

November 22, 2023

ORLEANS – With the impending departure of two longtime department heads, town officials last week discussed the need for better succession planning...

Orleans Harbormaster and Natural Resources Manager Nate Sears addresses an appeal regarding a recreational slip transfer before the select board Nov. 1. RYAN BRAY PHOTO

Select Board Denies Request For Slip Transfer

November 16, 2023

ORLEANS – A request to transfer a recreational boat slip in Rock Harbor between siblings was denied on appeal by the select board earlier this...

The Nauset Regional Middle School Band performs at last Saturday’s Veterans’ Day ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park in Orleans. BEVERLY FULLER PHOTOS

In Orleans, A Day Of Remembrance

November 16, 2023

ORLEANS – Last year, Jeff Smith appeared at the town’s annual Veterans’ Day ceremony in full service dress. But on Saturday, he dressed in what he...

Demolition began Monday on three homes on Sipson Island, part of an effort by the Sipson Island Trust to return the island to its natural state. PHOTO COURTESY DIANA LANDAU

Demolition Underway On Sipson Island

November 15, 2023

ORLEANS – More than three years after purchasing Sipson Island, members of the Sipson Island Trust last week witnessed their vision of the island’s...

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