hatton ferry

Hatton farewell? End looms for America's last poled ferry

"It's a serene, beautiful place," says Hatton Ferry pole man Ashley Pillar. FILE PHOTO BY HAWES SPENCER For nearly 140 years the Hatton Ferry has been ta

Today show spotlights Hatton Ferry

NBC's Today show put on a remarkable story–- complete with nuptials–- on the under-the-axe Hatton Ferr

Historical Society hit with Hatton tab

The Albemarle Supervisors agreed to fund up to $9,300 to keep the VDOT-chopped Hatton Ferry running for the rest of this season, but apparently the the burden will really land on the Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society. "The Supervisors are counting on us to pay b

Hatton Ferry saved... for now

The Albemarle Supervisors will make their desire to save the historic but to-be-chopped-by-VDOT Hatton Ferry final July 1 when they vote for a nearly $8,000 appropriation, according to the Free Lance-Star. However, the Supes also reportedly hope to tap local citizens for pe

Unpoled citizens: Closure call surprises Hatton Ferry fans

Ashley Pillar helps two youngsters cross the James. FILE PHOTO BY HAWES SPENCER Would the state really close the famous hand-poled
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