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Cape Cod needs third bridge, but who will pay?

Cape Cod needs third bridge, but who will pay?

Just before the Bourne Bridge, tucked on the mainland side, is a jarring sign: "Desperate? … Call the Samaritans." Public officials might consider adding another sign: "Exasperated? Call the Army Corps of Engineers and MassDOT."  That call will be made to address the looming transportation crisis now apparent at the Cape Cod Canal.

Just before the Bourne Bridge, tucked on the mainland side, is a jarring sign: "Desperate? … Call the Samaritans." Public officials might consider adding another sign: "Exasperated? Call the Army Corps of Engineers and MassDOT."  That call will be made to address the looming transportation crisis now apparent at the Cape Cod Canal.…