Town of Sandwich, MA

09/14/2026

Share your thoughts about open space across Cape Cod!

The Cape Cod Commission has launched a new online survey asking residents and visitors to share their thoughts about open space as part of the development of the Cape Cod Regional Open Space Plan.

Learn more and take the survey: www.capecodcommission.org/open-space

09/14/2026

🚍 SCHOOL BUS SAFETY: KNOW THE RED STOP SIGN RULES

Sandwich Public Schools are back in session, and the buses are back on the road! Keeping students safe is everyone's responsibility.

According to the latest NASDPTS National Stop Arm Violation Survey, an estimated 38.4 million vehicles illegally passed stopped school buses during the 2025–2026 school year. That's more than 38 million times a driver put students at risk.

🟡 YELLOW LIGHTS FLASH: Slow down and prepare to stop.

🔴 RED LIGHTS FLASH + STOP ARM EXTENDED: STOP—and stay stopped. Do not pass the bus until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm is retracted.

Yellow lights flash, time to slow.
Red lights flash, time to stop.

🚗 Slow Down – In Our Town. Let's make sure every student gets on and off the bus safely.

🏡 Want to help spread the word in your neighborhood? The Town’s Slow Down – In Our Town Residential Yard Sign Pilot is underway through September 30. Stop by the Town Manager's Office in the Municipal Office Building at 100 Route 6A to pick up a sign for your property and join your neighbors in reminding drivers to slow down and stay alert.

Let’s make our roads safer for everyone—especially our youngest passengers. 🚸

09/13/2026

🚧 ROADWORK REMINDER: JARVES STREET 🚧

Road resurfacing on Main Street at Jarves Street and Jarves Street (Main Street–Route 6A) is scheduled to begin Tuesday, September 15.

A few important reminders as work gets underway:

🚨 NO ON-STREET PARKING will be permitted beginning at 10:00 p.m. Monday, September 14, through 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 15.

➡️ Residents should park vehicles inside driveways and at least 5 feet off the edge of the roadway.

➡️ If off-street parking is limited, residents and visitors may use:

📍 MassDOT Train Station – 42 Jarves Street
📍 Main Street – between Water Street and #150
📍 Main Street – between #158 and Route 6A

➡️ Unattended vehicles parked along roadways under construction will be towed.

Work is expected to take place Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Access to homes and businesses may be periodically delayed while crews are working, with full access restored at the end of each work day.

Please plan ahead, allow extra time for travel, follow posted signage and safety officer instructions, and give crews plenty of room to work safely.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as this important roadwork gets underway! 🚧

09/11/2026

09/11/2026

⚠️ Vibrio and Coastal Water Safety

With a recent case of a Vibrio infection reported down Cape, the Town is reminding residents to take precautions when spending time in coastal waters.

What is Vibrio?

Vibrio refers to a group of bacteria that naturally occur in coastal waters, including salt water and brackish water—where salt and fresh water mix, such as near the mouths of rivers.

There are many different species of Vibrio. Some can cause illness in people, most commonly through eating raw or undercooked shellfish or when the bacteria enter the body through an open wound.

One species, Vibrio vulnificus, can cause particularly serious wound infections that may progress rapidly and can be life-threatening. While infections are rare, people with certain underlying health conditions, including liver disease, may be at higher risk for severe illness.

🩹 Protect wounds from coastal water

If you have an open wound, stay out of saltwater or brackish water when possible. Open wounds include recent cuts and scrapes, surgical sites, and recent piercings or tattoos. This includes avoiding wading at the beach.

If you do enter coastal waters, or if a wound could come into contact with coastal water or raw seafood and its juices:
• Cover wounds with a waterproof bandage.
• Wash cuts and wounds thoroughly with soap and clean, running water after exposure.
• If you are at increased risk for infection, wear clothing and footwear that helps protect your skin from cuts and scrapes while in coastal waters.

Exposure can happen during everyday activities such as swimming, fishing or walking along the beach, as well as during coastal flooding caused by storms or storm surge.

Please take a few simple precautions to protect yourself and enjoy our coastal waters safely. 🌊

For more information about Vibrio and preventing infection, visit the CDC's Vibrio information page: https://www.cdc.gov/vibrio/prevention/index.html -protect-wounds-from-coastal-waters

09/11/2026

🚧 ROADWORK REMINDER: CHURCH, FREEMAN & WILLOW STREETS 🚧

Road resurfacing on Church Street, Freeman Street and Willow Street is scheduled to begin Monday, September 14.

A few important reminders as work gets underway:

🚨 NO ON-STREET PARKING will be permitted beginning at 8:00 p.m. Sunday, September 13, through 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 14.

➡️ Residents should park vehicles inside driveways and at least 5 feet off the edge of the roadway.

➡️ If off-street parking is limited, residents and visitors may use the MassDOT Train Station at 42 Jarves Street.

➡️ Unattended vehicles parked along roadways under construction will be towed.

Work is expected to take place Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Access to homes and businesses may be periodically delayed while crews are working, with full access restored at the end of each work day.

Please plan ahead, follow posted signage and safety officer instructions, and give crews plenty of room to work safely. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as this important roadwork gets underway! 🚧

09/11/2026

09/11/2026

Today, on the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, the Sandwich Police Department joins our community and our nation in remembering the nearly 3,000 lives lost that day.

We honor the first responders and citizens who demonstrated extraordinary courage and remember all those whose lives were forever changed.

Twenty-five years later, we remain inspired by their sacrifice, courage, and service.

We will never forget

09/10/2026

09/10/2026

🏠 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS MONTH: MAKE A FAMILY EMERGENCY PLAN

When an emergency happens, it can be difficult to think clearly and know what to do next. Taking a little time now to make a plan can help you and your household respond more calmly and confidently when it matters most.

A family emergency plan should answer some simple questions:

📍 Where will we meet? Choose a meeting place close to home and another location outside your neighborhood in case you need to evacuate.

📱 How will we communicate? Make sure everyone knows how to reach one another and identify an emergency contact who can help keep your household connected.

🚨 Where will we go? Know your evacuation routes and identify safe places to shelter, depending on the type of emergency.

🐾 What does everyone need? Consider children, older adults, people with disabilities or medical needs, and pets when creating your plan.

🔄 Have you practiced? Talk through your plan with your household and practice it so everyone knows what to do before an emergency occurs.

Preparedness doesn’t have to be complicated. A few minutes of planning today can make a big difference when every minute counts.

👉 Learn more:
🔗Town of Sandwich Emergency Management: https://www.sandwichmass.org/1574/Emergency-Management

🔗 Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/make-a-family-emergency-plan

🔗 Barnstable County Emergency Management: https://www.capecod.gov/departments/emergency-management/