Ice boats were out on Long Pond in Harwich Thursday. A cold snap has created smooth ice on freshwater ponds around Cape Cod.

For this week’s Joy Beat, we’re heading to the Cape — diving straight into a story about how a group of retirees decided that their golden years would be spent not just enjoying the waters but saving ...

Authorities have issued advisories for two Cape Cod ponds, warning that pets should not be allowed to drink from or swim in the water. Humans can continue swimming in the ponds, but should stay aware ...