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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
Letters
Thank you from the Amherst Lions Club
To the editor:
The Amherst Lions Club held our 10th Annual Car, Tractor and Truck Show on September 18 at a new location, Lowes of Amherst. This was our first in person event since Covid hit. The weather was great and It felt so good to see everyone again and be seen! We had a record 78 awesome classic and exotic vehicles represented at the show. The spectators, car owners and sponsors enjoyed the show, and we appreciate all.
Special thanks to our Platinum Sponsors: Lowes, Acura, Gurney's Automotive, Haywards Ice Cream, The Copy Shop, Patio Barn, Sun Rise Pre School, Sunny Valley Farms, Manchester VA, Budget Blinds and Pneutek, Inc. and to our Gold Sponsors: Rise Wealth Management, Walt's Service, Smoke Haus, Amherst Label Inc. and Cardoza Flooring.
Because of their generous support, Amherst Lions will donate over $10,000 to local charities!
To see the full list of winners, sponsors, and video of the event, go to our website at https://www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/amherstnh .
See you next year in August.
Amherst Lions Club
King Lion Nate Jenson
Register to Vote
AMHERST – Supervisors of the Checklist will hold a session on Tuesday, November 9 from 10:00-10:30am at the Amherst Town Hall. Residents who would like to register to vote, change party affiliation or have any questions, please stop in to see us.
Amherst Veterans Day Observance, November 10
Amherst will honor veterans on Wednesday, November 10 with ceremonies at the Souhegan High School gymnasium at 10:45 a.m. The assembly is open to the public, veterans and students. The Board of Selectmen and School Board will attend. World War I was formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918. The official holiday is November 11th.
Opposing View to Executive Council Vote
To the editor:
I am shocked that the NH Executive Council voted against this money yesterday, but I suppose I should not be surprised that the Republican party flatly refuses the help of science and doctors in efforts to improve vaccination rates and engage in appropriate public health measures to slow this pandemic. I read one of your colleagues even referenced "natural immunity"- although immunologists and other experts are in agreement that vaccines offer better protection than natural antibodies. Why are you so opposed to federal help in beating this virus? I read we continue to rise in cases, and vaccinations are virtually stagnant here in NH. Is this because our elected leaders are pedaling the misinformation from facebook and Fox news? Our own attorney general's opinion on this was the acceptance of the money did not require vaccination mandates.
I am a health care provider, and have seen the horrors of this virus. While most people survive- a great number are left with long term consequences such as lung and heart damage, kidney failure, stroke, and brain issues. This is especially concerning given the rising cases in the pediatric population with not fully formed brains. Do you even care if our hospitals are full of COVID cases and my husband or my children can not access care?
Can't we find leaders in our state who will LEAD and help us out of this mess? NH is the ONLY state who has declined these dollars. I am strongly thinking we need new leaders at this time. While I am an independent voter- I believe I will have to vote blue next time.
Respectfully,
Susan C. Abis
Amherst
Governor Chris Sununu Statement Following Executive Council Vote
To the editor:
CONCORD, NH – Today, Governor Chris Sununu issued the following statement after the Executive Council voted to reject Federal COVID-19 grant funding:

“The people of New Hampshire know I call the balls and strikes as I see them, and today’s vote by members of my own party on the Executive Council was a total disservice to the constituents we serve," said Governor Chris Sununu. "The Attorney General and Department of Health and Human Services addressed all of the Councilors' concerns, and still they voted to send $27 million of our taxpayer dollars back to Washington instead of spending it here to help get our state out of this pandemic. The vote showed a reckless disregard for the lives we are losing while they turn away the tools our state needs to fight and win this battle against COVID.”