Bicyclist struck by taxi…

HYANNIS – A 25-year-old man wasn’t wearing a helmet when he was struck by a taxi at the entrance to the transportation center on Center Street at about 8:30PM last evening.

According to sources, the bicyclist appeared to be nearly unconscious after the collision. He had injuries to his head and told first responders he was in a lot of pain. He was transported to CCH to receive care for a possible concussion. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

A Barnstable Patrolman spoke with witnesses and is investigating the accident.

No further information was available at the time of this report.

In other news:

Police want to discourage homeless from camping on town hall steps… and village green…

HYANNIS – Barnstable Police have been trying to discourage the homeless from camping on the town band stand and village green. The following photos were taken this morning at about 1:30AM. Two individuals were arrested for setting up a camp on the Barnstable Town Hall steps. According to police, the two homeless individuals have been repeatedly warned about camping and trespassing around town hall during the prohibited nighttime hours.