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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
People
Positive Profile of the Week: John Coughlin
This week I am delighted to highlight a wonderful man – John Coughlin – as our Profile of the Week. Recently elected as Hillsborough County Attorney, John has an enormous set of responsibilities. And, thankfully, he has the experience, the intellect and especially the integrity to superbly do the job.
I first met John and his wife Pam back in 1998 on the campaign trail when I was running for Governor. Both John and Pam were active members of the local Republican Party in Amherst and supporters of my campaign. Pam herself would go on to serve in the New Hampshire House of Representatives and later as Hillsborough County Register of Deeds. John comes from a family with a proud tradition of ‘giving back.’ His father served in the military and later went on to become Nashua’s first school business administrator while John’s mother was nurse. John would go on to serve in the Marines and do multiple tours in Iraq. John was practicing law in Nashua when his calling to public service came a knocking.
In 2002, John defeated an 18-year incumbent. John’s hardworking door to door campaign helped him achieve victory to the post of Hillsborough County Attorney.
While getting settled into his new post he was once again called up to active duty. He was deployed to Iraq. During his time in Iraq he helped the government establish a trial court system and served as a legal military advisor. In 2004 while serving overseas, John was appointed as New Hampshire District Court judge and following his return home from service he proudly served on the bench unit his retirement in 2020, most recently as a judge on the New Hampshire Circuit Court.
But that wasn’t the end of John’s commitment to serving his country and community. Multiple tours in Iraq, a distinguished military career, and years of upholding the laws of the land as a judge wasn’t enough for John. You see John is committed to making a difference and he knew he could do more.
Greetings!
AMHERST – It is with great pleasure that I introduce myself to the members of the Amherst/Milford community.
My name is Dr. Andrew Garber, and I am an Orthopaedic Surgeon with New Hampshire Orthopaedic Center, specializing in treatments of arthritis and injuries of the hip and knee, including joint replacement surgery. My family and I moved to Amherst in the Fall of 2019, and have been
Dr. Andrew Garber
overwhelmed with the welcoming and family-oriented culture of this community. We are excited to announce that we have re-opened the Milford/Amherst office, and I am now seeing patients there regularly. I am excited to become even more involved with this community, and I appreciate the opportunity to help guide you through the best possible treatment plan for whatever ailments you may have.
To read more and learn how to schedule an appointment, visit nhoc.com/garber
WEBERTORIAL
WEBERTORIAL
Reprinted with permission from
The Sunshine Report by Jay Lucas www.jaylucas.us
The Hillsborough County Attorney Office (a post he had earlier held) had experienced some difficult issues years after his departure. The office had lost the public’s confidence, so John did what John does. He stepped forward to contribute his efforts and restore trust in the office! So, this past year, he announced his candidacy and easily won election to the post he first held nearly 20 years ago. And, not surprisingly, he has already gotten to work.
John has a distinguished resume and a set of accomplishments which are truly impressive. However, it is John’s character and his leadership that are even more remarkable. Hillsborough County is so very fortunate to have his service – and we are blessed to know John as a dear friend.
Amherst Garden Club Scholarship
Almost every year since 1994, The Amherst Garden Club has awarded one or more scholarships to encourage promising students from Amherst or Mont Vernon who will be attending an institute of higher learning to study horticulture, botany, plant science, landscape design, sustainability, or environmental science as it relates to horticulture. Applications are now being accepted for next year.
Scholarship applicants may be high school seniors or high school graduates. Application forms can be found on The Amherst Garden Club website, www.amherstgardenclub.org, under “Giving.” Souhegan High School applicants should return their forms to the Student Services Office by March 15. All other applications should be returned to The Amherst Garden Club, Attn: Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 694, Amherst, N.H. 03031 by April 1.
The Amherst Garden Club believes that by investing in the education of these students it can impact the future of our planet and keep it safe and healthful as well as beautiful. Club members have been encouraged by the talent and promise of the students who have applied In the past.
