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For Immediate Release   MEDIA RELEASE

February 22, 2026

TOWN OF FALMOUTH

FALMOUTH TOWN OFFICES CLOSED 

DUE TO STORM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026

Due to the forecast snow storm continuing into Monday, all Falmouth municipal offices and facilities, with the exception of public safety, will be closed on Monday, February 23rd. The public is asked to stay off the roads on Sunday night and Monday so public works can clear the roads as efficiently as possibility.

The Select Board meeting initially planned for Monday has been rescheduled to Wednesday, February 25th at the Town Hall Meeting Room.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Visit www.falmouthma.gov

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For Immediate Release                                                                                                                             MEDIA RELEASE

January 29, 2026

Falmouth Town Manager’s Office

TOWN OF FALMOUTH

Positive Identification of Southern Pine Beetle (SPB) in Falmouth

The Town of Falmouth, working with State and County partners, recently identified the presence of the Southern Pine Beetle in East Falmouth.  No larger than a grain of rice, the southern pine beetle (SPB) has become one of the most destructive forest pests in the Northeast.

Southern pine beetles were first detected in low numbers in Massachusetts in 2015, likely blown across Long Island Sound by southwest winds. For years, those small populations failed to gain a foothold. That changed in 2023, when favorable conditions allowed beetle numbers to surge, overwhelming pine defenses and killing trees across Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.

Southern pine beetles attack trees in large numbers. A single beetle poses little threat, but together they overwhelm a pine’s resin defenses, burrowing beneath the bark to lay eggs and introduce fungi that hasten the tree’s death. Within weeks, new beetles emerge and move on to nearby trees, creating expanding clusters of mortality that can grow rapidly—up to 10 feet per day.

Although the current winter temperatures are not ideal for the spread of SPB, as temperatures begin to warm it is important to report the presence of pine tree damage in order to track any potential spread.  Falmouth Tree Warden Jeremiah Pearson advises that “The Town of Falmouth is now working in collaboration with Barnstable County officials to develop a local response plan and an online portal to educate residents on the signs of Southern Pine Bark beetle presence and to allow private property owners to report any suspected damage to trees on their property.”  

Until this local portal is established, residents are asked to report any potential pine tree damage using the Massachusetts DCR Forest Health Program Southern Pine Beetle reporting form at the below link.  

**Signs of SPB include the reddening of an otherwise green crown in pitch pine tree. This will be accompanied by needle-sized holes throughout the bark area; the holes are small but very visible. You may see sap if the tree is still actively defending itself; you may not if the tree is already deceased.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Jeremiah Pearson, Falmouth Tree Warden

Jeremiah.pearson@falmouthma.gov

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Falmouth Public Works is issuing a Roadway / Bike Path Closure Notice for Railroad Avenue and the Bike Path Terminus in Woods Hole. The closure will take place on Tuesday, February 24th from 5:AM to 5:PM.This closure is weather dependent.Residents are urged to prepare accordingly.Public Works Management

 In order to reduce thru trucking on Main Street, The Town of Falmouth has initiated a “No Truck” and “Local Deliveries Only” plan in the downtown area to discourage large trucks from traveling through the downtown village area.

Beginning immediately, trucks will not be allowed on Main Street between Palmer Avenue and Gifford Street unless they are making local deliveries within this area.  “Thru Truck Route” signs have been posted at the Hospital intersection (Ter Heun Drive and Jones Road) pointing toward east Falmouth.

“Thru Truck Route” Signs were also posted at Jones Road and Davis Straits (stop & shop) intersection directing trucks up Jones Road to get to Route 28 (Palmer Ave).  

“Thru Truck Route” signs were posted at Main Street and Gifford Street leading trucks up Gifford Street and away from the downtown area.

For NEW WAIT LIST APPLICANTS:

• Starting on January 1st at 12:00 AM go to https://falmouthma.mooringinfo.com
• Click on “Wait Lists” then “Apply”.
• Choose the Harbor and add your contact information.  Note: Although you do not need to own a boat at this time, we do need the approximate size and style intended.
• Complete the application, hit send.  Repeat the process for each harbor desired.  You will receive an invoice the next business day. Each application cost is $25.00 per year.  Once your invoice is paid in full your name will be added to the list on the date/time you completed the application.
• Your invoice must be paid by March 15^th, to avoid falling from the list.

Please note: The Wait List Application will close March 15th, at Midnight, no payments or new applications will be processed.

For RENEWAL WAIT LIST APPLICANTS:

• To renew an existing spot on the Mooring or Slips Wait List, do not use the link above. Instead, use the personalized, unique link that will be emailed to you.

The Town of Falmouth holds its' annual Veterans' Day ceremony each year on November 11th at 11:00 a.m. in front of the Falmouth Main Street public library.  The procession leading to the ceremony steps off the Town Green at 10:45 a.m.

The new FalmouthAlert system allows residents and visitors to sign up for emergency alerts and to provide more accurate location information to first responders via your cell phone. Individuals can also choose to sign up for notifications for a variety of non-emergency notifications by topic. You choose whether you want to receive voice calls, text messages, email messages or social media notifications. To start receiving alerts from the Town, text ‘falmouthmaalert’ to 67283 or visit https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=falmouthma to sign up for these alerts and create a full safety profile.

Missed Trash and recycling pick up alerts can be narrowed down to certain neighborhoods so you can receive the messages relevant to your specific location.