2010 Population: 12,243 The Town of Harwich is
a resort and residential community located on the south side of the Cape peninsula, with an extensive shoreline on Nantucket Sound.
Harwich was settled around 1665, and incorporated in 1694. The early economy of Harwich included agriculture and maritime industries and its history has
included boom and bust cycles from the earliest days of the community. When the whaling industry collapsed with the discovery of oil, the Harwich community's emphasis
shifted to cod fishing. By 1802, 15 to 20 ships were shore fishing and another four ships were cod fishing in Newfoundland and Labrador, and by 1851, there
were 48 ships employing 577 men and bringing in thousands of tons of cod and mackerel. The eventual decline of the fishing industry in Harwich by the latter part
of the 19th century was caused by increases in the size of ships which eventually outstripped the shallow port's ability to house them. Harwich residents turned to the development of
cranberry bogs and resorts for summer visitors, working side-by-side with Portuguese immigrants. The first Harwich resort hotel opened in 1880 and both the cranberry and the tourist industries
remain substantial parts of Harwich's economy. |
Waterfront Dining on Saquatucket Harbor
Brax Landing Restaurant has been a staple for visitors to Cape Cod for decades. Situated overlooking scenic Saquatucket Harbor, Brax boasts breathtaking views and mouthwatering meals, featuring fresh local seafood favorites.
We hope you'll decide to join us for lunch, dinner, or our famous Sunday Brunch; or stop by for cocktails and appetizers on the deck.
705 Route 28, Harwich Port, MA
phone: 508-432-5515
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Video report: Fourth annual HPD Special Olympics Polar Plunge held at Red River Beach Saturday March 16, 2024 |
HARWICH PORT ? The fourth annual Harwich Police department Special Olympics Polar Plunge was held Saturday at Red River Beach. Over 150 adults and children braved the cold waters of Nantucket Sound. Harwich Deputy Police Chief Kevin Considine, the special coordinator for Barnstable County, gathers the groups from across Cape Cod for the event. The [?]
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Crashes reported both east and westbound on Route 6 in area of Route 134 Thursday March 14, 2024 |
DENNIS ? Two separate crashes were reported in both directions of Route 6 near Route 134 sometime before 9 AM Thursday. Harwich and Dennis rescuers responded to evaluate for injuries. Mass State Police are investigating both crashes. Lane blockage was reported eastbound. Motorist should expect delays in both directions until the scenes are cleared.
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Yearly Water Main Flushing Scheduled In Harwich Thursday March 14, 2024 |
HARWICH ? The Harwich Water Department will begin flushing water mains throughout the community on April 1st. This has become an annual town project. The water department says it's necessary in order to maintain the best quality of potable water. Weather-permitting, the water main flushing is expected to wrap up by June 30th. It will [?]
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