What’s the pandemic going to mean for heading to the beach this summer? That’s a big question for towns across the region. Meanwhile, small businesses seeking to reopen are counting the obstacles. And Martha's Vineyard has a plan to dramatically expand coronavirus testing. We have those stories and more on the local news roundup, as WCAI News Director Steve Junker speaks with some of the region’s leading journalists.

We’re into the second month of the stay-at-home order. For many, cooking and eating have shifted with the change of season and since the pandemic first began. Last month it was hard to find yeast, pasta and flour. Now we’re seeing limits on chicken, pork and other meats. On The Point, listeners tell us what they’re cooking and eating, and how they’re feeling about it all. Shortages have inspired some to explore new recipes.

Author Nathaniel Philbrick and Falmouth Public Library D irector Linda Collins join listeners to discuss the true story of the Pilgrims. Why have we fictionalized much of the Pilgrim’s story? How does Philbrick encourage us to rethink those stories? What were some of the misunderstandings that drove a wedge between the natives and the Europeans? Mindy Todd hosts the discussion.

On The Point, we bring you the monthly Bird News. May is hopping, with eggs in the nests for some, and many new baby birds too. Mark Faherty, wildlife biologist at the Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary , joins our host Mindy Todd to discuss the highlights of the Avian world.

Cape Cod Healthcare announced Thursday that it's furloughing about 600 workers. Meanwhile, a new task force is looking at how to safely re-open the Cape and Islands for the summer. And restaurants in Provincetown, doing takeout business, are trying to get a handle on how this is all supposed to work. Those stories and more on today's program, as WCAI News Director Steve Junker discusses local news with some of the region’s leading journalists.

Insect pollinators such as honey bees are in decline worldwide. This has impacts for the global food supply and the ecosystem. We discuss why pollinators are declining, and efforts to stabilize and bring back populations. We also talk about native plants that support pollinators, and guidelines for lawn and garden care to minimize harm to insect pollinators.

These are unsettling times. In addition to health concerns, we’re seeing record unemployment, the price of oil has plummeted, and there is so much uncertainty about how and when the economy will reopen. While we’re all experiencing the economic storm created by the pandemic, we’re in different boats. Some boats are still afloat… others are sinking fast. On The Point, two financial experts share thoughts on personal finance in these tough economic times. They take personal finance questions or

The teenage years are a time for increasing independence, forming an identity outside the family, and connecting with like minded peers. For seniors in high school it's a time of milestones and excitement for the future. A pandemic and social isolation puts a halt to all of this.

To require masks or not—that is the question for towns and transportation providers across the region (Provincetown says, ‘Yes!’); Martha’s Vineyard isn’t sure what it wants to tell seasonal residents; and an upside to all this? How about a comeback for drive-in theaters. Those stories and more on today's program, as WCAI News Director Steve Junker discusses local news with some of the region’s leading journalists.

As we head into the summer season the likelihood for severe thunderstorms and tornadoes increases. Did you know that on average Massachusetts records between one and three tornadoes each year? We discuss how to stay informed and prepared for severe weather with Glenn Field, Warning Coordination Meteorologist at the National Weather Service.