The Pledge January 22, 2026 I was especially honored to represent my son, Nicholas, and stand shoulder to shoulder with Massachusetts Gold Star Families as we led the Pledge of Allegiance tonight at the State of the State address in the People’s House. A moment I will carry with me forever. May God Bless America, our Commonwealth, and our fallen heroes.

Happy Thankful Thursday January 22, 2026 I am filled with gratitude for Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod and the incredible work they do making dreams come true for people right here in our community. This is also a joyful follow-up to the story of my wonderful friend Lisa. I first met Lisa two years ago when she was working full-time on Cape Cod, born and raised here, yet without a home of her own. At the time, she was living in a tent in the state forest in Sandwich. She asked me to come and visit, and [...]

FOOD PANTRIES AND NUTRITION SERVICES ON CAPE COD November 3, 2025 Cape Cod is a community that looks out for one another. Across every town, there are dedicated volunteers and organizations making sure that no one goes hungry. Below is a list of local food pantries and programs by town. Please share this information with anyone who may need a helping hand. ⸻ BARNSTABLE Cape Cod Community College Family Pantry Building #7 (Grossman Commons Cafeteria) Tuesdays 12–2 PM, Wednesdays 11 AM–1 PM Open to all students, faculty, and staff 774-330-4857 First Baptist Church Pantry 486 Main Street, Hyannis [...]

Rep. Xiarhos Announces Committee Approval of “Colby’s Law” October 30, 2025 BOSTON – State Representative Steven Xiarhos (R–Barnstable) is proud to announce that Colby’s Law has received unanimous support from the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security and will now move forward in the legislative process. Representative Xiarhos expressed deep gratitude to House Chair Dan Cahill and members of the Committee for their support, as well as to the Lippincott family and the many friends, advocates, and community members who traveled to the State House in July, testified virtually, or submitted written testimony in support of [...]

Representative Xiarhos Supports Legislation to Protect Children Receiving State Services and in Foster Care October 22, 2025 BOSTON, MA. – State Representative Steven Xiarhos (R – 5th Barnstable) today supported legislation designed to improve communication and coordination among state agencies working with the families of children in foster care or receiving state services. H4644, An Act Enhancing Child Welfare Protections, was given initial approval by the House today with a 159–1 vote. Representative Xiarhos said the omnibus bill streamlines the Department of Children and Families’ (DCF) reporting requirements, clarifying the role of the Office of the Child Advocate [...]

Representative Steven Xiarhos Pushes to Repeal Cashless Bail September 10, 2025 BOSTON – This week, State Representative Steven George Xiarhos (R–5th Barnstable) continued his strong opposition to Massachusetts laws providing cashless bail for criminal defendants. “Cashless bail may have been well-meaning, but in practice it has failed,” Xiarhos said in written testimony he submitted to the Legislature’s Joint Committee on the Judiciary. “It has compromised public safety, removed accountability for offenders, wasted taxpayer dollars, and demoralized the law enforcement officers sworn to protect our communities. Most importantly, it has failed victims of crime, who deserve better from our justice [...]