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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
Education
SCHOOLS
SHS Forensics Students Investigate Bear Brook Murder Case
As part of their investigation, students explored forensic science concepts and skills such as hair and fiber analysis; how DNA is used in solving murders; the ground-breaking use of genetic genealogy in solving crimes; analyzing and evaluating hypotheses, claims and evidence; and timeline development.
SCHOOLS
SHS Community Saddened Over Absence of Music Teacher
Students in Souhegan’s music programs have felt the lack of presence of their director and teacher Carl Benevides. Nearly two months ago, the school announced Benevides’ sudden leave after 21 years in his position as a music teacher.
SPORTS
Student/Athlete Greta Caulton Knows What it Takes
Greta Caulton has been named to the US NATIONAL Olympic Development Squad. She now plays for FC Stars ECNL White team, based out of Lancaster, Mass, but Hampshire United will always be in her heart.
SPORTS
Local Girls Lead Team to a Win at Jr Olympic X-C Championship
After winning the New England Championship (11-12 yr Div) in Nashua Nov 14th. The Nashua PAL Striders team went on to win the USATF Region I X-C Championship-competing against teams from all over the N.E. U.S.
