As the calendar turns to June and construction season ramps up throughout the region, I would like to express my gratitude to the men and women of the Hadley Police Department for their great work in keeping us safe and moving along Route 9 amid the ongoing widening project.
I go to my office at Old Colony Law right in the heart of it all every day and I’ve seen them in action. Whether it’s promptly clearing a narrow road for an emergency vehicle; finding the right balance in traffic flow; or sparking a friendly chat during a brief holdup, they’ve been excellent stewards of Route 9 amid this enormous construction endeavor.
Having to endure the daily commute, I admit impatience kicks in once in a while. But the truth is I’ve never had more than a 15-minute or so holdup. Having lived in Boston and Washington, D.C., trust me, folks: This isn’t that bad. But avoid it if you can.
All is fine on Route 9, thanks to the blue line. Thank you, officers, for your good work.
Ben Palkowski
Hadley