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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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PEOPLE
Marie Grella Honored for Service
AMHERST – The Amherst community benefits from the tireless service that Marie Grella does to support the veterans and to meet their needs. Her positive attitude and community engagement makes her deserving of this recognition. She spearheaded the work to proclaim Amherst as a Purple Heart Community. Becoming a Purple Heart Community pays tribute to U.S. service members who have been injured or killed in combat, and is also meant to demonstrate the community’s support for veteran-related legislative initiatives ...
LIBRARY
Children's Library Summer Reading Program Ends
AMHERST – Be a part of this fun Amherst Town Library tradition, Wednesday, July 14th at 2:00pm. Sign up to show us your pet or just to watch! Kids showing their pets should be 5 years or older. Click the button below ...
RECREATION
Amherst Rec Summer Programs Ending Soon
AMHERST – As summer programs begin to close, new activities will be starting up soon! For example, a trip to Cannon Mountain on the Aerial Tramway will be a great way to see autumn foliage September 30th ...
RECENT UPDATES
Video meetings with Superintendent, Adam Steel, Re-Opening Task Force and Amherst Board of Selectmen
Superintendent of Schools, SAU#39 Adam Steel conducts a Q&A session about the fire at Wilkins School on July 21st and plans to handle the damage
The Amherst Citizen is sharing the Amherst Board of Selectman meeting held July 27, 2021.
Superintendent of Schools, SAU#39 Adam Steel starts the Re-Opening Task Force Meeting - July 21, 2021.
