Federal funding for infrastructure projects in Ashburnham and Ashby
ASHBURNHAM and ASHBY, MA – August 15, 2021 – WGAW1340.com – Federal funding for infrastructure projects in Ashburnham and Ashby has been earmarked through the federal American Rescue Plan, with the support of Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-3rd CD-MA).
$1-million will be used to rehabilitate Route 101 South in Ashburnham. A two-mile section of the roadway is planned to provide a multi-use travel lane for both bicycles and pedestrians. Ashburnham Town Administrator Brian Doheny said “The economic benefit that this project could stimulate to the Ashburnham community is exciting.”
$1-million will help fund planned intersection improvements at Greenville Road (Route 31) and Turnpike Road in Ashby. “The project’s goal is to enhance safety and operations at the intersection, resulting in more efficient driving conditions and fewer delays.”
Ashburnham is a town in Worcester County Massachusetts with a population around 6400 people. It is home to Cushing Academy,, several beautiful lakes, and Mount Watatic. Ashburnham was settled in 1736 and incorporated in 1765.
To reach town hall call:
Town Administrator: (978) 827-4100 ext. 0
Fire Department: (978) 827-4021
Library: (978) 827-4115
Municipal Light Plant: (978) 827-4423
Police Department: (978) 827-4413
Police Dept. Community Resources
Public Works: (978) 827-4120
Town Clerk: (978) 827-4100 ext. 3
To reach the school department call:
Ashburnham Westminster Regional School District: (978) 827-1434
John R. Briggs Elementary: (978) 827-5750
Overlook Middle School: (978) 827-1425
Oakmont Regional High School: (978) 827-5907
Organizations in this community include:
Council on Aging: (978) 827-5500
Ashburnham American Legion Post #142: (978) 827-9966
Naukeag Lake Club: (978) 827-5751
Winnekeag Camp & Retreat Center: (978) 827-4455
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