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Letters
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Obituaries
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
Community
PEOPLE
Marie Grella Recognized for Her Service to Amherst Veterans
AMHERST – On June 14 the winners of the Inaugural Protzmann Award were announced. Among the nine statewide winners was Amherst’s own, Marie Grella for service to the military community.
CIVIC GROUPS
Red Sox Fans – Chance of a Lifetime to Win 4 Tickets!
AMHERST – Amherst Lions Club is giving away, 4 Field Box tickets for the August 21st game against the Texas Rangers. $100 cash included for parking and food. Tickets are valued at $1,640 or more.
EVENTS
Ride The Cog Railway to the Top of Mount Washington
BRETTON WOODS – The Cog Railway, world’s first mountain climbing cog railway, provides a sense of adventure and history as it climbs 3 miles to the 6,288-foot summit of Mount Washington.
SCOUTING
Community Commemorates Eagle Scout Project at Forestview
AMHERST – Andrew Mullin’s project included installation of a 40 foot flagpole, granite benches and landscaping along with a plaque dedicating the memorial in honor of the Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces.
