The Swinging Bridge at Palenville, NY, lasted for more than a century, until it was washed away by Hurricane Irene in August, 2011. This broadcast includes a history of the bridge, presented by Crane Davis, and a panel hosted by Jill Burkholder with three residents – Rich Ruby, Betty Gigante and Eugene Edwards – discussing the role the bridge played in the life of the hamlet. Sponsored by the Palenville The Hamlet Committee. Recorded live at the Palenville Fire Hall, Mon., Feb. 22, 2016. Broadcast with permission of Crane and Doreen Davis.