To the editor: Bridge 31 in East Hardwick was removed in April 2024 after flood damage. Since then, people who relied on the bridge have used an alternate crossing. The Town of Hardwick is evaluating long-term options and has begun targeted written outreach to people who relied on Bridge 31[Read More…]
Kristen Leahy
The quiet work of local review
HARDWICK – In village centers and along familiar roads, development rarely feels abstract. It arrives as a new building near a town green, a change to a well-known corner, or a proposal that raises questions about traffic or neighborhood character. In towns of all sizes, these moments bring a mix[Read More…]
What the flood buyout program really does
HARDWICK – In recent months, many residents have asked how Hardwick’s flood buyout program works and what it means for the town’s finances and long-term flood resilience. As the community continues recovering from repeated disasters, it is important to clear up several common misconceptions and explain why this program remains[Read More…]
