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Abstract Paintings & Tribal Masks Exhibition At New Hampshire Antique Co-Op
Now on view through May 31, 2020
Congregational Church Stays Connected
During the suspension of in-person activities in light of the Covid-19 situation, the Congregational Church of Amherst, UCC has a variety of ways for members and others to connect with church programs. This is especially important during April as Holy Week and Easter are on the horizon.
The most up-to-date information about church activities can be found on the church’s website (ccamherst.org) or by calling the church office at 673-3231. Sunday services are broadcast on FacebookLive and recorded for later on-line viewing. Services are followed by a Virtual Fellowship Hour. Links for these and other events can be found on the website.
The church’s Facebook page is another source of information, including updates and video messages from the pastors. Pastors Maureen Frescott and Kate Kennedy are available to provide pastoral care during this time, and the church welcomes community members to connect with this loving, serving, open and affirming community of faith.
Lorraine Alice Hamilton
AMHERST – Lorraine Alice Hamilton of Amherst, New Hampshire, Beach Haven, New Jersey and Rancho Mirage, California died June 14, 2020 from pancreatic cancer at her home in California. She was 73 years old and a participant in the trial of a new cancer drug at NYU Langone in New York City since April 2019. She hoped that results from the trial would improve care for other patients who develop this cancer. She was with her family when she died and was
Donald Richard Haaker
Donald Richard Haaker, 80, born June 2, 1940, son of Carl E Haaker and Jeanne LaRochelle Haaker of Fitchburg, MA, son, brother, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 at Saint Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, MA.
Don, as he was affectionately referred to by friends, and Dad or Grandpa by family, was a proud veteran, avid fisherman, former business owner, collector of “As Seen On TV” gadgets, and
Announcements
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Police Crossing Guard
Clark Elementary School
The Amherst Police Department is seeking a dedicated and responsible candidate to fill the position of Special Officer – Crossing Guard for the Clark Elementary School. All training will be provided and no experience is necessary. The successful applicant will be assigned to the pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Foundry Street and Boston Post Road to ensure pedestrian safety and facilitate the safe and orderly flow of traffic throughout the school year. All uniforms and safety apparel will be provided by the Amherst Police Department. Hours of assignment include 45 minutes in the morning and 45 minutes in the afternoon each day that school is in session. Starting pay is $17.46 per hour. Applicants should submit a resume and/or letter of interest to the Amherst Police Department in person, via mail, or via e-mail. Application closing date is August 1, 2020.
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Amherst Police Department
PO Box 703
Amherst, NH 03031
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The Amherst Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Sally Long Retires from Amherst Police Department
After 38 years of service to the town of Amherst, Sally Long recognized by the students as the school crossing guard in the village is retiring this year. She was a special officer from 1982 to 2020. Sally was at her post at the corner of Foundry Street and Boston Post Road in the morning and afternoon to protect the safety of students, their parents and drivers in all kinds of weather. Sally became a friendly face to generations of “walkers” on their way to Clark and Wilkins Schools.
Their safety and the orderly flow of traffic through the intersection were her mission. Her presence was reassuring to parents and children alike. She also directed traffic at the Souhegan High School entrance for a period of time. Congratulations, Sally. A well-deserved retirement.
Amherst Lions Club's Bridge of Flowers Raise Funds for Charity
Wood flowers might soon take over Amherst’s Bridge of Flowers. The Amherst Lions Club is selling engraved painted flowers to help beautify the bridge. Selling for $10 each, one may choose a shape, color and limited engraving with all funds going to local charities. To order, contact an Amherst Lion or go to the Lions’ web site at e-clubhouse.org/sites/amherstnh and download the order form. Once an order is completed, the Lions will send a receipt and a photo of the “flower” when it is “planted” in either one the flower pots or in one of the three garden beds. Around Oct. 1, the Lions will arrange to return each “flower” to the purchaser.
Joan Ferguson photo
Old Home Day 2020 is Cancelled
COMMUNITY DINNER ON THE GREEN IS PENDING
AMHERST – The Historical Society’s Old Home Day committee is very disappointed to announce that September’s Old Home Day celebration will be cancelled for 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We do hope to hold the Community Dinner on the Town Green on September 12, if by that time it is possible to gather for the dinner, safely and legally.
Why did we make this decision now if permissible activities might be expanded by September?
Simply put, the involvement of so many Amherst organizations has grown Old Home Day into a fantastic, fun, and rather large event. This also means that it requires significant amounts of advanced planning and coordination. With the uncertainty surrounding public gatherings due to COVID-19, we’re simply not able to secure the many needed contractual and financial commitments from vendors, artisans, performers, food trucks, sponsors etc. These key players are uncertain what September will bring, and so are we. It’s just not possible to plan the kind of event we’d all like to have - even if it were to become legal to hold it by September.
Hosting the Community Dinner on the Green is a much simpler affair. This allows us to postpone a decision until much closer to the actual September date in the hope that we will be able to gather as a community at that time.
Thank you for your understanding and support. Stay tuned for more information later this summer.