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A heated clash over noise and harassment erupts as residents demand action against the pickleball courts near Heritage Park, leading to new rules for quieter play.

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Pickleball dispute draws broad public comment; town manager defends enforcement and mandates quieter ball
Residents and players clashed at public comment over noise and enforcement at the Heritage Park pickleball courts. Town Manager Collins defended staff actions after an unauthorized rally, reiterated park-hour enforcement, and announced a requirement for a quieter approved ball with an extension to allow players time to acquire it.
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August 11, 2026 at 7:45 PM
The Mashpee Select Board's decision to put a proposed cut to the Community Preservation Act surcharge on the ballot has ignited fierce debate over the future of clean water and historic projects in the community.

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Select Board to put proposed cut to Community Preservation surcharge before voters after heated public comment
The board agreed to add and recommend a warrant article to reduce the Community Preservation Act (CPA) surcharge from 2% to 1% (and a related 1% to WIF); CPC chair Arden Russell and many residents urged the board to oppose any reduction, citing lost state match and fewer clean-water and historic preservation projects.
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August 11, 2026 at 7:46 PM
Residents clash over noise from Mashpee's pickleball courts, as advocates push for community benefits while neighbors raise concerns of harassment and potential lawsuits.

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Residents press Select Board on pickleball noise; town manager points to litigation risk, new ball rule
A heated public-comment segment focused on noise from Mashpee's eight pickleball courts. Residents and acoustic consultants urged mitigation and questioned a July 20 rule requiring a specific quieter ball; the town manager cited 16 formal complaints and potential nuisance litigation as reasons for the directive.
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August 4, 2026 at 3:49 AM
Mashpee is taking a major step towards cleaner water with plans for two crucial wastewater projects—could they secure low-interest loans to make it happen?

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Town authorizes SRF project-evaluation submittals for two wastewater projects
Engineering consultant GHD asked the board to authorize two SRF project evaluation form submissions for the Mashpee Wakeby watershed wastewater system and the Mashpee Roquoit Bay WRRF and collection system phase 3; the board approved the submittals.
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July 16, 2026 at 5:34 AM
In a bold move, the Mashpee Select Board has denied a request to extend construction hours on Route 28/151, prioritizing local businesses over state demands amid rising safety and visibility concerns.

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Select Board denies summer extension for Route 28/151 work after businesses report mounting impacts
Following numerous complaints from businesses about traffic, blocked access and staging, the Mashpee Select Board denied a MassDOT construction‑schedule extension for Route 28/151, and urged town staff to press the state and coordinate with local businesses before fall work resumes.
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June 27, 2026 at 8:48 AM
The Select Board has just greenlit a $10.76M upgrade for Quashion Intermediate School’s HVAC and fire-suppression systems, marking a major investment in our community's future!

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Select Board approves $10.76M contract for Quashion Intermediate School HVAC and fire‑suppression upgrades
The board approved awarding the HVAC and fire‑suppression contract for Quashion Intermediate School to Track Builders of North Attleboro for $10,757,150, a project funded by a previously approved town meeting allocation.
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June 3, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Mashpee is on track to significantly reduce phosphorus levels with innovative stormwater projects that promise a cleaner environment for everyone!

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Mashpee outlines stormwater program, three retrofits that will boost nutrient reductions
DPW and consulting staff summarized Mashpee's MS4 stormwater compliance work and detailed three retrofit projects—Mashpee Wakeby boat ramp, Santuet Pond Landing, and Adequate Park—reporting the first two as nearly complete and forecasting measurable phosphorus reductions.
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June 3, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Mashpee is taking a significant step towards improving traffic flow on Route 28 by applying for a $500,000 grant to fund a comprehensive study and design plan!

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Mashpee seeks up to $500,000 for Route 28 traffic and design study; Select Board offers letter of support
Town planner asked the Select Board for a letter supporting a Community One‑Stop grant request of up to $500,000 to fund a traffic and design study of the Route 28 corridor; the board voted to provide the letter and emphasized the study would fund design work, not construction.
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June 3, 2026 at 5:47 PM