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Don’t Let Leaves Clog the Flow: Help Keep Fallen Leaves Out of the Streets and Storm Drains

Don’t Let Leaves Clog the Flow: Help Keep Fallen Leaves Out of the Streets and Storm Drains

Oct 9, 2025 | Blog, Fresh Water Ponds & Lakes, Stormwater, Water Quality

Autumn is beautiful—crimson, gold, and rust-colored leaves carpet lawns and roadsides. But as picturesque as leaf litter may seem, it poses a serious threat when it ends up in our streets and storm drains. Here’s why it’s worth taking a few extra minutes to keep...
Protecting Barnstable’s Ponds & Lakes: What You Need to Know About the Fertilizer Use Ordinance

Protecting Barnstable’s Ponds & Lakes: What You Need to Know About the Fertilizer Use Ordinance

Sep 17, 2025 | Blog, Cyanobacteria, Fresh Water Ponds & Lakes, News & Updates, Water Quality

In Barnstable, many of us take pride in our homes and lawns. A lush, green yard can feel like part of the Cape Cod dream. But did you know that when you fertilize your lawn, you’re not just feeding your grass—you could also be feeding our ponds and lakes? And...
September 9, 2025 | Pet Advisory Removed from Lake Wequaquet, Centerville

September 9, 2025 | Pet Advisory Removed from Lake Wequaquet, Centerville

Sep 9, 2025 | Beach Water Quality Updates, Cyanobacteria, Fresh Water Ponds & Lakes, Water Quality

As of Tuesday, September 9, 2025, the following water quality updates have been issued: A Pet Advisory is removed for Lake Wequaquet, Centerville, due to acceptable levels of cyanobacteria in the lake. Current postings as of Tuesday, September 9, 2025:   Current...
September 5, 2025 | Pet Advisory Issued for Aunt Betty’s Pond, Hyannis

September 5, 2025 | Pet Advisory Issued for Aunt Betty’s Pond, Hyannis

Sep 5, 2025 | Beach Water Quality Updates, Cyanobacteria, Fresh Water Ponds & Lakes, Water Quality

As of Friday, September 5, 2025, the following water quality updates have been issued: A Pet Advisory has been issued for Aunt Betty’s Pond, Hyannis, due to elevated levels of cyanobacteria in the pond.   Current postings as of Friday, September 5, 2025:...
August 22, 2025 | Pet Advisory Removed from Aunt Betty’s Pond, Hyannis

August 22, 2025 | Pet Advisory Removed from Aunt Betty’s Pond, Hyannis

Aug 25, 2025 | Beach Water Quality Updates, Cyanobacteria, Fresh Water Ponds & Lakes

As of Friday, August 22, 2025, at 4:34 PM, the following water quality updates have been issued: Pet Advisory signage will be removed from Aunt Betty’s Pond, Hyannis due to acceptable water samples. Current postings as of Friday, August 22, 2025:...
August 12, 2025 | Updates to Cyanobacteria Advisories at Various Local Ponds

August 12, 2025 | Updates to Cyanobacteria Advisories at Various Local Ponds

Aug 12, 2025 | Beach Water Quality Updates, Cyanobacteria, Fresh Water Ponds & Lakes

As of Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 3:26 PM, the following water quality updates have been issued: Pet Advisory signage will be posted at Hinckley Pond, Barnstable within 24 hours due to  increased levels of cyanobacteria in samples. A Public Health Advisory is reduced...
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