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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
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Students Earn Degrees from the University of Vermont
BURLINGTON, VT - Some 3,183 students were awarded degrees during the University of Vermont’s 220th commencement ceremonies. The class’s academic achievement was saluted online with remarks from UVM President Suresh Garimella, Vermont Governor Phil Scott, and university and state leaders.
Alana Barretto of Amherst, NH
Elizabeth Darnall of Mont Vernon, NH
Students Graduate from Clarkson University
POTSDAM, NY - Clarkson University awarded over 800 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees to students this spring. (More than 400 students also received degrees earlier in the past year.)
Erich Jameson Rotthoff of Amherst received a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering from Clarkson University in May.
Rhiannon Eve Allison of Mont Vernon received a bachelor of science degree with great distinction in biology, chemistry minor from Clarkson University in May.
Students Named to the University of Vermont Dean’s List
BURLINGTON, VT - To be named to the dean’s list, students must have a grade-point average of 3.0 or better and rank in the top 20 percent of their class in their respective college or school.
Jennifer Ladd, of Amherst
Karly Infanti, of Amherst
Jane Leighton, of Amherst
Emma Naprta, of Amherst
Timothy Vinton of Mont Vernon Earns Degree from Nazareth College
ROCHESTER, NY - Timothy Vinton of Mont Vernon graduated from Nazareth College with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a minor in Business Management on May 9, 2020.
Elizabeth Silvia-Chandley of Amherst Participates in May 2020 University of Kentucky College of Arts & Sciences Commencement
LEXINGTON, KY - The University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences recognized more than 890 candidates during virtual commencement ceremonies in May 2020. Among those participating was: Elizabeth Silvia-Chandley of Amherst with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science.
Connor Houghton of Amherst presents research for University-wide virtual symposium
SALT LAKE CITY, UT - Connor Houghton of Amherst was one of more than 200 University of Utah undergraduates showcasing their research virtually at the 2020 Undergraduate Research Symposium on Monday, April 20, 2020.
Houghton, whose major is listed as Physics HBS and Mathematics BS, represented the Physics & Astronomy department.
Houghton gave a presentation titled “Universality Parameterization Extension In Electron-Positron Angular Spectra In Extensive Air Showers.”