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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
Students in the News
Local Students Named to Assumption University Spring 2021 Dean’s List
WORCESTER, MA Assumption University has announced those students who have been named to the University’s Dean’s List for the spring 2021 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 for a five-class, 15-credit semester to be included on the prestigious list, which is announced at the completion of the fall and spring semesters. Local students include:
Shannon Paquette of Amherst, 2023
Rebecca Benjamin of Amherst, 2024
“These students demonstrated incredible resiliency amid the challenges posed by COVID-19 during the previous academic year and remained committed to their programs of study,” said Assumption University President Francesco C. Cesareo, Ph.D. “Assumption is proud of these students for excelling in the classroom as they immersed themselves in the University’s liberal arts curriculum, steeped in the Catholic intellectual tradition, and their majors preparing them for meaningful lives and careers after graduation.”
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376 Students Named to Dean’s List at Plymouth State University
PLYMOUTH, NH - 376 students have been named to the Plymouth State University Dean’s List for the Spring 2021 semester. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.69 during the Spring 2021 semester and must have attempted at least 12 credit hours during the semester.
Grace Murray of Amherst
Cameron Bourbeau of Mont Vernon
Jake Ignaszewski of Amherst
Ryan Snow of Amherst
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911 Students Named to President’s List at Plymouth State University
PLYMOUTH, NH -- 911 students have been named to the Plymouth State University President’s List for the Spring 2021 semester. To be named to the President’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.7 or better for the Spring 2021 semester and must have attempted at least 12 credit hours during the semester:
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Samantha Cushing of Amherst
Lindsay McCool of Amherst
Julia Brogioli of Mont Vernon
Heather Gebhardt of Amherst
Kyle Archambault of Amherst
Zachary Bolduc of Amherst
Meaghan Allard of Mont Vernon
Local Bryant graduates
SMITHFIELD, RI - At Bryant University’s 158th Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 22, 840 graduates of the Class of 2021 and their families and guests gathered on campus to celebrate earning a Bryant degree.
Mitchell Greany of Amherst, NH, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree in Finance.
Mitchell Leahy of Amherst, NH, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Data Science degree in Data Science.
“There has probably never been a graduating class more deserving of a Commencement and celebration than the Class of 2021,” said Bryant President Ross Gittell, Ph.D. “You have earned your degree under extraordinary circumstances. You successfully responded to unprecedented challenges.”
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Brenna Desborough of Amherst Named to Cedar Crest College’s Spring 2021 Dean’s List
ALLENTOWN, PA -- Congratulations to Brenna Desborough of Amherst, NH, for making the Dean’s List for the spring 2021 semester. The Dean’s List recognizes students who have earned a grade point average of 3.65 or higher in the academic semester.
Cedar Crest College’s 151st Commencement Exercises
ALLENTOWN, PA - Cedar Crest College celebrated the Class of 2021 at its 151st Commencement Exercises on Friday, May 14, and Saturday, May 15. The ceremonies were held at the PPL Center in Downtown Allentown.
Brenna Desborough of Amherst, NH, graduated with a degree in Art Therapy.
Emerson College in Boston, MA Announces Local 2021 Graduates
BOSTON, MA - Emerson College awarded more than 950 undergraduate degrees and more than 470 graduate degrees for the Class of 2021 on Sunday, May 2, at Fenway Park in Boston, MA during its 141st commencement exercises, and virtually on Sunday, May 9. The College also honored the Class of 2020 graduates in an additional ceremony at Fenway Park on May 2.
Jacob Hoerhold of Mont Vernon, NH 03057 - BA, Media Arts Production
James Madison University announces spring 2021 dean’s list
HARRISONBURG, VA - James Madison University is pleased to announce that the following students made the dean’s list for the spring 2021 semester.
Annemarie Edvalson of Mont Vernon , who is majoring in psychology.
John Beane Earns Degree from the University of Vermont
John Beane of Amherst, NH, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry during commencement ceremonies in May, 2021.
Julia Pinkham displays academic excellence on Chancellor’s List
BLUFFTON, SC)-- University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) is proud to announce that Julia Pinkham of Amherst, NH has been named a Spring 2021 Chancellor’s List honoree! The exemplary academic performance of our Chancellor’s List students is highly commendable. We recognize that higher education presents the unique challenge of balancing academic and personal goals, especially during these tough times. We are proud of those who strive for greatness, surmount all obstacles, and thrive in their academic careers
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Lehigh University announces students who attained Dean’s List for Spring 2021
BETHLEHEM, PA - Students at Lehigh University attained Dean’s List in Spring 2021. This status is granted to students who earned a scholastic average of 3.6 or better while carrying at least 12 hours of regularly graded courses.
Alexandria Garrant of Mont Vernon
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Community College of Vermont Announces 2021 Graduates
MONTPELIER, Vt. - Matthew David Salvage of Amherst earned associate degree in spring 2021 at the Community College of Vermont (CCV). CCV is Vermont’s second-largest college, serving over 10,000 students each year.