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Xiarhos: Memorials not enough to support police

May 20, 2026

I am honored to have an op-ed published in today’s Boston Herald. Sadly, the subject is the tragic deaths of so many members of law enforcement and other heroic first responders here in Massachusetts.

These brave men and women perform jobs that are dangerous by nature, but their service becomes even more dangerous when violent criminals are allowed to roam our streets with impunity.

It is time for the Legislature to act on proposals that hold dangerous offenders accountable and help protect not only our police officers and first responders, but the public as well.

The victims of crime are not anonymous. They are sons, daughters, fathers, mothers, brothers, sisters, friends, and neighbors β€” real people taken from us far too soon.

Fixing the failures that contribute to these tragedies is a choice. We must choose to act. We cannot allow more lives to be lost on our watch.

Read Steve’s Op-ed Here

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 that visit began a friendship that has lasted through the years.

Lisa’s strength, kindness, and perseverance deeply inspired me. Her story is one of the reasons I chose to join Executive Director Wendy Cullinan and serve on the board of directors for Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod. I saw firsthand how working people can fall through the cracksβ€”and how compassion, community, and commitment can change lives.

I am beyond happy to share that yesterday Lisa and her friend signed the papers for their brand new home in Wellfleet. They moved in, and this morning Lisa sent me a photo of her very first cup of tea in her new home. From living in a tent in the woods to sitting at her own table in a safe, beautiful, energy-efficient home that she and her housemate will enjoy for the rest of their lives.

This is what Habitat for Humanity does. This is what happens when donors, sponsors, volunteers, and believers in people come together to lift someone up.

Happy Thankful Thursday, Lisaβ€”and happy Thankful Thursday to everyone who makes stories like this possible.

God bless!

Wind Turbine Failure in Bourne / Plymouth Area

November 8, 2025

State Representative Steve Xiarhos (R – 5th Barnstable) has issued the following statement:

While I was in Boston yesterday, I was informed of a serious incident involving one of the wind turbines on the town line between Bourne and Plymouth near Head of the Bay Road.

According to Plymouth Fire Chief Neil Foley, a neighbor called in the early afternoon after noticing one of the three blades on the 300 foot turbine was missing. Firefighters found the detached blade, about 75 to 100 feet long, several hundred feet away in a cranberry bog. Thankfully no one was hurt and the turbine shut itself down as designed.

We were fortunate this happened in an open area and not near homes, but it raises real concerns for nearby families and the environment. These turbines sit close to working cranberry bogs and wetlands. If a blade filled with contaminants breaks loose, it can affect water quality, farmland, and wildlife. Offshore, similar failures threaten marine life, fishing, and tourism. Cape Cod’s natural beauty and economy depend on strong environmental protection.

I have filed or co-sponsored several bills addressing these concerns, including safety, local input, emergency planning, siting near neighborhoods, and recycling turbines when they are no longer in use:

  • H.3579 – An Act Providing for a Wind Farm Study
  • H.D.4318 – An Act Establishing an Extended Producer Responsibility Program for Offshore Wind Energy Equipment
  • H.3479 – An Act Relative to the Onshore Siting of Infrastructure Associated with Offshore Wind Projects
  • H.3585 – An Act Establishing a Special Commission to Study the Potential Risks to Cities and Towns from the Onshore Electrical Infrastructure Supporting Offshore Wind Energy Projects

Public safety and environmental protection must always come first. I will be working closely with my colleague State Representative Michelle Badger, who represents the district bordering this area of Bourne and Plymouth, to make sure residents get answers and that this site is cleaned up promptly and safely.

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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.

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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

Tuesdays 9 AM–12 PM

508-775-1846

St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry – St. Francis Xavier Church

21 Cross Street, Hyannis

Tuesdays and Fridays 10 AM–12 PM

508-775-3073

Salvation Army Pantry and Soup Kitchen

100 North Street, Hyannis

Pantry by appointment Monday through Thursday 10–11:15 AM

Breakfast 8:30–9:30 AM, Lunch 11:30–12:30 PM

508-775-0364

Faith Family Kitchen

154 Bearses Way, Hyannis

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 5:30–6:30 PM

508-775-5073

Cape and Islands Veterans Outreach Center Pantry

223 Stevens Street, Hyannis

Thursdays 9 AM–6 PM

508-778-1590

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BOURNE

Friends Food Pantry

121 Main Street, Buzzards Bay

Tuesdays 9 AM–12 PM

508-759-3351

Empowerment Center (JBCC)

1015 South Inner Road, Buzzards Bay

Monday and Friday 10 AM–1 PM, Wednesday 1–4 PM

(For those with base access)

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BREWSTER

Lower Cape Outreach Council Pantry

Brewster Baptist Church, 1848 Main Street

Mondays and Thursdays 10 AM–12 PM

508-240-0694

lcoutreach.org/pantry-hours

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CHATHAM

Lower Cape Outreach Council Pantry

St. Christopher’s Church, 625 Main Street

Tuesdays 4–6 PM, Thursdays 3–5 PM

508-240-0694

First United Methodist Church Pantry

16 Cross Street, Chatham

Thursdays and Fridays 11 AM–2 PM

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EASTHAM

Lower Cape Outreach Council Pantry

Eastham United Methodist Church, 3200 State Hwy (Route 6)

Monday 4–6 PM, Tuesday 10–12, Thursday 2–4 PM

508-240-0694

Community Fridge

2500 State Hwy, Eastham (between Town Hall and Police Dept.)

774-801-3229

Cape and Islands Veterans Outreach Mobile Pantry

Eastham Elks Club, 10 McKoy Road

2nd and 4th Tuesdays 10 AM–1 PM

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FALMOUTH

Falmouth Service Center

611 Gifford Street

Tuesday 10–12, Wednesday 3:30–5:30, Thursday 10–12, Friday 10–12

508-548-2794

A Place at the Table – St. Barnabas’s Episcopal Church

91 Main Street

Hot lunches Tuesday and Thursday 11 AM–1 PM

508-548-3863

St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry – St. Patrick Church

511 Main Street

Tuesday and Friday 10 AM–12 PM and 1–3 PM

508-563-7775

Cape and Islands Veterans Outreach Mobile Pantry

Falmouth AmVets, 366 Palmer Ave

1st and 3rd Tuesdays 10 AM–1 PM

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HARWICH

The Family Pantry of Cape Cod

133 Queen Anne Road

Tuesday 10–3:30, Wednesday 10–12, Thursday 10–7, Saturday 9–12

508-432-6519

Lower Cape Outreach Council Pantry

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 73 Main Street

Monday 1–3, Tuesday 3:30–5, Wednesday 12:30–2:30, Friday 10–12

508-240-0694

The People’s Fridge – Harwich Community Center

100 Oak Street

508-430-7509

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MASHPEE

Christ the King Food Pantry

5 Job’s Fishing Road

Wednesdays 9 AM–12 PM

508-477-7700

Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Food Pantry

483 Great Neck Road South

Tuesday through Thursday 12–4 PM

508-477-0208 ext. 189

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ORLEANS

Lower Cape Outreach Council Pantry

Orleans Methodist Church, 73 Main Street

Tuesdays 10 AM–12 PM

508-240-0694

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PROVINCETOWN

Lower Cape Outreach Council Pantry

United Methodist Church, 20 Shank Painter Road

Wednesday and Thursday 10 AM–2 PM

Soup Kitchen in Provincetown (SKIP)

Same location

Monday through Friday 12:30–1:30 PM (November through April)

508-487-8331

Crop Swap – Provincetown Library

356 Commercial Street

Open during library hours

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SANDWICH

Sandwich Food Pantry

331 Cotuit Road

Wednesday 10–12, Last Wednesday 6–7:30 PM, 3rd Saturday 10–12

508-888-3816

St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry

322 Quaker Meetinghouse Road

Thursdays 9:30–12 PM

508-833-1555

Empowerment Center (Non-Base Access)

117 Route 6A

Monday and Tuesday 10–1, Thursday and Friday 12:30–4

774-205-7232

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SOUTH YARMOUTH

Cape Cod Community Food Pantry

845 Route 28, Unit 16 (Lighthouse Landing Plaza)

Tuesday and Thursday 5:30–6:30 PM

508-394-0880

St. David’s Episcopal Church

205 Old Main Street

3rd Wednesday each month

508-394-4222

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WELLFLEET

Lower Cape Outreach Council Pantry

Our Lady of Lourdes Parking Lot, 2282 Route 6

Monday and Wednesday 3–6 PM, Thursday 10–12 PM

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WEST YARMOUTH

Canaan Church Food Pantry and Community Garden

204 Route 28

508-266-1439

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TRURO

Truro Community Kitchen

Christian Union Church, 27 Shore Road

Deliveries on Tuesdays

508-514-1833

Lower Cape Outreach Council Pantry

Community Center, 7 Standish Way

Tuesday and Wednesday 10–12:30 PM

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Cape Cod’s food pantries are open and ready to help. If you or someone you know needs food assistance, please reach out to one of these local programs.

If you have any questions, please email my office at Steven.Xiarhos@mahouse.gov

State Representative Steve Xiarhos is at Massachusetts State House.

June 3rd

State Representative Steve Xiarhos
REPRESENTATIVE STEVEN XIARHOS STANDS WITH MASSACHUSETTS VOTERS IN SUPPORT OF LEGISLATIVE AUDITRejects Democrat Leadership Proposal to Weaken Voter Approved AuditBOSTON – State Representative Steven Xiarhos (R-Barnstable) is standing with Massachusetts voters who overwhelmingly approved the 2024 legislative audit ballot question, and he is rejecting a proposal from Democrat leadership that weakens the audit and limits accountability.Representative Xiarhos opposed House Bill 5469, An Act promoting transparency and public access in state government, saying it undermines what the voters clearly approved. He noted the bill was advanced out of House Ways and Means without public hearings or input and gives the Legislature too much control over the audit process while removing the ability to go to court if records are not turned over.House Bill 5469 sets parameters for a legislative audit, but it sharply limits what can be requested. Those limits include House and Senate budgets and joint operations, any official audits of either branch, expenditures of legislative operating funds, and any financial agreements between either branch and members, officers, or employees. It also restricts records to fiscal year 2021 forward.Representative Xiarhos said this is a major step backward from the full audit approved by voters and still not properly implemented. He also pointed to language that blocks judicial review, stating: β€œNo court shall have jurisdiction to compel the production of records, to enforce any interview request or to adjudicate any dispute arising under an audit conducted pursuant to this section.”Despite his opposition, House Bill 5469 was passed in the House by a vote of 125-28 on June 3 and now moves to the Senate and the Governor for consideration.Over the past two years, there has been continued resistance to fully implementing the voter approved audit. Representative Xiarhos said this proposal continues that pattern by limiting oversight while giving the Legislature control over the process.He said the bill creates an audit process that keeps control inside the Legislature and removes meaningful accountability.While the Speaker of the House said he hopes the legislation will reduce litigation, Representative Xiarhos said the reality is the opposite. Removing court oversight is exactly what prevents accountability when disputes arise. He said the Legislature should stop delaying, respect the will of the voters, and fully implement the 2024 audit law without further obstruction.πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ«‘#RepX #Fightin5th #Transparency #AccountabilityInGovernment #ThePeoplesHouse #CapeCod #Massachusetts ... See MoreSee Less

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State Representative Steve Xiarhos

June 3rd

State Representative Steve Xiarhos
LEGISLATOR OF THE YEAR 2026Massachusetts FOPProud, honored, and deeply humbled to have been surprised this morning at the Massachusetts Fraternal Order of Police Annual Meeting at the Lighthouse Inn with the Legislator of the Year Award for 2026.To receive this recognition from the men and women who wear the badge across the Commonwealth is an extraordinary honor.The Massachusetts Fraternal Order of Police represents officers who have stood the watch, answered the calls, and put themselves at risk to protect our communities. To be recognized by them carries a meaning that goes far beyond any title or award.I accept this honor with gratitude and a renewed commitment to continue standing firmly with law enforcement, our K9 teams, and every officer who puts on the uniform and steps into harm’s way to keep others safe.This award is especially meaningful because it comes from my brothers and sisters in blue. Their trust and confidence mean more to me than words can express.A special thank you to my lifelong friend and brother in blue, Yarmouth Police Chief Frank Frederickson, for his friendship, guidance, and leadership over so many years. Frank has always been a tremendous role model and an empowering leader, and I am grateful for his example and support.After receiving this honor, I was proud to bring the award with me to The People’s House and first share it with our fallen brothers and sisters in blue at the Law Enforcement Memorial before placing it in a special spot in my office. It was important to me that this recognition be reflected upon in the presence of those who made the ultimate sacrifice and whose service, sacrifice, and memory continue to inspire us every day.This honor is not mine alone. It belongs to every officer who serves with courage, integrity, and sacrifice. I will always have their backs.Thank you to the Massachusetts Fraternal Order of Police for this incredible honor. I will cherish it forever.πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ’™πŸ˜ŠπŸ«‘#RepX #Fightin5th #ServiceBeforeSelf #BackTheBlue #FOP #PublicSafety #CapeCod #Massachusetts #MaPoli #ForSeanCape Cod FOP Lodge #17, Massachusetts Fraternal Order of PoliceNational Fraternal Order of PoliceMassachusetts Fraternal Order of PoliceYarmouth Police Dept.Cape Cod Regional Law Enforcement Council ... See MoreSee Less

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State Representative Steve Xiarhos was live.

June 3rd

State Representative Steve Xiarhos
LIVE WITH THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE AT THE LIGHTHOUSE INN IN WEST DENNIS, MASSACHUSETTSProud to be with the men and women of the Fraternal Order of Police this morning at the Lighthouse Inn.Honored and surprised to receive the 2026 Legislator of the Year award this morning. I could not be more proud of this recognition from those who serve and protect our communities every day.πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ’™πŸ˜ŠπŸ‘πŸ» ... See MoreSee Less

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State Representative Steve Xiarhos

June 2nd

State Representative Steve Xiarhos
WHAT A GREAT NIGHT!CIVOC Annual Awards NightThank you to the Cape and Islands Veterans Outreach Center.I was proud to be present as Director Jim Seymour and his outstanding team hosted their annual awards ceremony, recognizing exceptional members of our community and awarding scholarships to deserving recipients.The Cape and Islands Veterans Outreach Center is simply the best of the best. Every day, they do incredible work for veterans and their families across Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard. Their impact is felt far beyond the walls of their organization, and tonight was a powerful reminder of just how many lives they touch.It was inspiring to be in a room filled with veterans, community leaders, volunteers, and supporters who all share a common purpose: giving more than they receive. The people recognized tonight represent the very best of our communities. Whether they served in the military or not, they have dedicated themselves to helping others, especially those who have sacrificed so much for our country.Congratulations to the recipients of the Community Partnership Awards, including Chantal Hayes-Rice, Elizabeth Reney and the Hyannis Elks Lodge, Matthew Levesque, and Arlene Alves and the Wilkens Family Dental Clinic. Congratulations as well to the Business Partnership Award recipients Crystal Sylvester, Lee Wilkie, Sheldon Stewart, and Ross Flanders.The Veterans Advocacy Awards recognized Paul Brown, Robert Connor, and Brien Hines for their dedication to serving others. Tom Rooney received the President's Award, and Robert "Robbie" Fregeau was honored for his volunteer service to the food pantry.I was especially proud to see my good friends Matt Levesque, Brien Hines, Sheldon Stewart, and Ross Flanders recognized. They are wonderful examples of people who quietly make a difference every day.The evening also celebrated an outstanding group of scholarship recipients: Megan Bird, Caroline Smith, Tripp Arciaga, Jessica Girouard, Sara Talbot, Abigail Conover, Ava Prygoda, Gianna Pederzain-Brown, Cassidy Donovan, and others who represent the bright future of our communities.A special honor for me was presenting the Corporal Nicholas G. Xiarhos, USMC Memorial Scholarship to my good friend Jeffrey Colby, a veteran and the Director of the Yarmouth Department of Public Works, as he continues his education at Suffolk University.Veteran to veteran.Thank you to the scholarship committee members, volunteers, supporters, and everyone who makes the Cape and Islands Veterans Outreach Center such a remarkable organization.Congratulations to all of tonight's recipients. Your service, generosity, and commitment to others make Cape Cod and the Islands a better place.God bless our veterans, their families, and all those who continue to serve others.πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έβ€οΈπŸ˜ŠπŸ«‘πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»#RepX #Fightin5th #ServiceBeforeSelf #ProudAmerican #Veterans #VeteranSupport #CIVOC #LiveWorthy #CapeCod #Massachusetts #MaPoliCape and Islands Veterans Outreach CenterThe Nicholas G. Xiarhos Memorial FundBig Nick's Ride for the FallenVeterans Collaborative ... See MoreSee Less

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State Representative Steve Xiarhos

June 2nd

State Representative Steve Xiarhos
A BEAUTIFUL NIGHT IN MARSTONS MILLSMarstons Mills Village Association Scholarship NightWhat a beautiful evening last night at the Burgess House in historic Marstons Mills, right here in the Fighting Fifth District.The members of the Marstons Mills Village Association deserve tremendous credit. This dedicated group of volunteers works hard all year long, organizing pancake breakfasts and countless other community events to raise funds that are then given right back to the community through scholarships for deserving young people from the great village of Marstons Mills.I was honored to attend, offer remarks, and present the Nicholas G. Xiarhos β€œDo Most for Others” Memorial Scholarship to Callie Jo Michelle Calla. This scholarship honors my son, United States Marine Nicholas G. Xiarhos, and recognizes a young person who puts others before themselves and seeks a career dedicated to serving others.I was also honored to speak about Sean Gannon and the lasting impact he continues to have on our communities. The Sean Gannon Scholarship was awarded to Brody Warren Nighan, a young person who embodies Sean’s generous spirit and commitment to serving others and giving back to the community.Congratulations as well to the recipients of the Kevin Galvin Scholarships, Riley Grace Hickey and Megan Leah Garthee. These awards recognize compassion, generosity, volunteerism, and a commitment to helping others, values that Kevin Galvin demonstrated throughout his life.The Donna Marie Lawson Scholarship was awarded to Kyla Amy Balestri. This scholarship honors Donna’s years of dedicated service to Marstons Mills and recognizes a student whose commitment to community service, preservation of local history, and love of village life reflects the values she championed for so many years.As I looked at these remarkable young people and their families, I could not help but feel hopeful. The future is bright. These students represent the very best of our communities, and they carry forward the values of service, compassion, sacrifice, and community that Sean, Nick, Kevin, and Donna exemplified.In many ways, Sean and Nick live on through these scholarships and through the lives of the young people who proudly carry their legacies forward.God bless all of our scholarship recipients, their families, and the Marstons Mills Village Association.And thank you, Millbillies!πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ˜ŠπŸŽ“πŸ‘πŸ»#RepX #Fightin5th #BootsOnTheGround #ServiceBeforeSelf #MMVA #MarstonsMills #CapeCod #Massachusetts #LivingTheDream #MaPoli #ForSean Marstons Mills Village Association2nd Battalion 8th Marines- Front Toward HeroBig Nick's Ride for the FallenThe Nicholas G. Xiarhos Memorial FundVeterans Collaborative ... See MoreSee Less

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