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Traffic Advisories: August 30-September 1

Berwick Gala Days is almost here!

The Town of Berwick wishes to advise the public of traffic interruptions that will be taking place over the weekend. Please drive with caution, as Berwick is sure to be busy.

For more information on Berwick Gala Days, visit www.berwickgaladays.org

Saturday, August 30: Children’s Parade

11 AM: Road closure along Commercial Street from Town Hall to Union Street. Union Street closed from Centennial Park to Commercial Street

Sunday, August 31: Road Race

9 AM - 11 AM: Traffic delays due to road race in progress. Union Street closed to traffic from Commercial Street to Foster Street

Monday, September 1: Grand Street Parade

9 AM: Road closure on Orchard Street, from Brown Street to Commercial Street

10:45 AM: Road closure of Commercial Street from Main Street to Orchard Street

PLANNED POWER OUTAGE

Berwick Electric will conduct a planned power outage between 11:00 PM to 1:00 AM on Aug. 25th, 2025, to repair damage from last night’s unexpected outage. Please plan ahead—charge devices, switch off sensitive electronics, and prepare flashlights. If work finishes early, power will be restored sooner.

Roadwork will begin on Commercial Street

Starting Monday, Aug. 25, roadwork will begin on Commercial Street to replace a sewer pipe. The work will run from the north driveway to Pharmasave to the driveway south of Wilson’s Furniture and is expected to take up to 5 days.

Impacts

The two driveways being excavated will be closed to vehicles and pedestrians during work.

Temporary impacts are expected at the Commercial Street driveways to the Independent Grocery Store.

The south driveway to Pharmasave will remain open.

Thank you for your understanding.

hank you for your understanding.

Eastern end of Cottage Street closed to thru-traffic today

It is with heavy hearts

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