How many times have you cycled a road wondering a bit about the homes, farms and other structures along the way?
For the nearly 20 members of the Mount Washington Valley Bicycling Club who turned out for last Sunday’s spin along North Road and other lanes in Shelburne, there were several opportunities to stop and learn a bit about history as the town celebrated its 250th anniversary.
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