Dear Neighbors and Friends--There's a lot going on in the next week or so. The calendar seems to be realizing that snow is coming (actually, it has already arrived, at least in small quantities!) so it's cramming in all sorts…

Dear Friends and Neighbors--Here are some opportunities to help in our community. And if you NEED help, please contact one of the groups listed below. Stay strong! Help in Troubled Times As many Hawleyites know, the current federal shutdown is…

Dear Hawley Neighbors and Friends--Happy almost November! Today’s gray skies seem very November-y. I hope your spirits are more cheerful than the weather. I have just a couple of pieces of information to share today….. Vaccine Clinic For those of…

Dear Friends—We have canceled our Halloween party for this year; the date turned out to be one on which most of Hawley’s small fry were already committed. Next year, we’ll try to start planning earlier … and involved a young…

Bulky Waste Day Is Next Weekend! Historical Commission Volunteers Welcome Hawley's Historical Commission is looking for a new member. No specialized knowledge is needed, although a love for history is a plus. Contact me, Tinky, for more details. Congratulations to…

A Big Thank You Many, many thanks to those who participated in (and contributed food to) Hawley’s celebration of Good Neighbor Day last Sunday. The Fire Department grilled hot dogs, hamburgers, and veggie burgers with aplomb. They were served with…

The National Weather Service warns that current dry conditions and wind pose a danger of fire in Hawley and its environs, particularly tomorrow afternoon (Wednesday, October 1) but practically speaking until it rains again. Our fire department asks residents to…

Come Meet Neighbors and Town Officials This Sunday, September 28, beginning at 12:30 p.m. town officials and Hawleyites will gather at the Town Office (we hope outside, but inside if necessary) to speak briefly about town services, enjoy lunch, and…

This is just a quick note to let you know that word just came in that Ashfield Road will be closed beginning this Thursday, September 25. The construction there will take several weeks. Please use an alternate route if you…

The National Weather Service warns that current dry conditions and wind pose a danger of fire in Hawley and its environs. Our fire department asks residents to exercise caution handling any potential ignition sources, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Any…

Happy September! We have a couple of town announcements and then a whole bunch of upcoming activities. I keep thinking things will settle down now that autumn is approaching … but there is still a lot to do. I hope…

Dear Neighbors—So very much is happening these days. I have some new events listed below, along with some older ones that might need reminders. I hope you get to lots of them … but I also hope you enjoy these…