The first returning piping plovers were spotted in Orleans, Hyannis, and Sandwich. The 10-year veteran tore his ACL on Oct. 27, so it’s unlikely he’ll be a full participant at the start of training ...

Some of the rarities expected to be on the radar included the red-throated loon, the red-necked grebe, long-tailed duck, Eurasian wigeon, white-winged scoter and the black scoter. Registration ...