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Hi there, Falmouth! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What did Falmouth's Conservation Commission just approve for local land use?
  • Where to find towering fried seafood platters on Falmouth Inner Harbor
  • East Falmouth woman identified among victims of Ludlow plane crash

Also on today's calendar: Giant Rally to Keep our Gun Law and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: I'm a rock group with 4 members; one member was assassinated. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 74 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Saturday: Sunny and nice, temps: high: 74, low: 63.
  • Sunday: Rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 71 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Falmouth, MA Conservation Commission — September 23, 2026 (meetingwatch.org) — Falmouth residents can review a recent Conservation Commission meeting where members conditionally approved a site plan, requiring changes such as a revised landscaping plan. The MeetingWatch tool lets you explore decisions, minutes, and video timestamps so you can quickly see exactly what was decided about local land-use and environmental issues that may affect your neighborhood.
   

• The Fried Seafood Platters At These 11 Massachusetts Spots Are Almost Too Big To Finish (takingthekids.com) — Jim's Clam Shack at Falmouth Inner Harbor is spotlighted for its huge fried seafood platters, harbor views, and casual rooftop seating, all at roughly twenty to thirty dollars per person. With easy parking, dog-friendly policies, and seasonal hours, it's a convenient option when you want classic Cape Cod fried clams without leaving town.
   

• East Falmouth woman one of two people killed in Ludlow, MA plane crash (capecod.com) — An East Falmouth woman has been identified among two people killed in a small-plane crash last Saturday in Ludlow, with investigators confirming both occupants died at the scene. State police, Ludlow police, federal aviation officials, and the NTSB continue to investigate the cause, while the Hampden County district attorney has publicly extended condolences to the victims' families.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Mashpee

  • Commissioners Review 'Road Show' Progress and County Finances (capecod.gov)
  • Gauging interest: Mashpee company aims to bring micro tide gauges to an inlet near you (nhpr.org)
  • This Mashpee shop is reimagining what a pickle can be (wcvb.com)

Woods Hole

  • Open Woods Hole Meeting Will Peer Review Gulf of Maine Haddock and American Plaice Assessments (natureworldnews.com)

Edgartown

  • Oak Bluffs Cops Probing Sex Assault Allegation At State Police Barracks: Chief (patch.com)

Ok Falmouth! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Mount Rushmore (Thank you J.J. W. for sending it in!)
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