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Franklin Votes to Rehab Historic Trestle Bridge | Concord News
Franklin’s century-old Trestle Bridge, once a vital train link, is finally getting a $1 million makeover after a 7-1 city council vote — a historic decision prioritizing preservation over budget constraints, even as critics argue funds could better serve schools, fire services, or roads. With grant deadlines looming and costs rising since the pandemic, officials say delaying risks losing funding and driving prices even higher. The bridge’s rehabilitation not only keeps it on the historic register but opens doors to future grants — ensuring this iconic landmark stays standing for generations…
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