Robert Lavimodiere, July 15, 2015

Father of Patricia Bonin

Robert T. Lavimodiere, 81, of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, died on July 15, 2015 in Landmark Medical Center. He was the husband of Caren S. (Gabrielson) Lavimodiere, whom he married on April 14, 1973. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late Albani and Evon (Savage) Lavimodiere. Robert was a machinist at Crosby Valve and […]

Andover Boy Scouts Start a New Year of Scouting

Join them at the Annex on September 14

By Matt Bent, Senior Patrol Leader
Andover Boy Scouts Start a New Year of Scouting

With the start of the school year coming, so are Andover Boy Scout meetings. Any boy in fifth grade or 12 years old or older is encouraged to join. Our first meeting is on Monday, September 14, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM at the Annex (the building formerly known as The Hamp House). Some of our activities last year included […]

East Andover Village Preschool, August 2015

Consider taking part in Parent Board

By Lawre Goodnow, EAVP

August 24 marked the beginning of the school year and the return of students new and old to East Andover Village Preschool (EAVP). Many projects were completed during the summer months. Clean paint has freshened some of the spaces; cubbies and hooks are labelled with names; and books and materials are on the shelves waiting […]

Kris Freeman Takes on “The Great Adventure Challenge”

Kris sets new course record for triathlon

Press release
Kris Freeman Takes on “The Great Adventure Challenge”

New Hampshire native and Olympic cross-country skier Kris Freeman is changing the face of Type 1 diabetes, one race at a time. At only 34 years old, Kris has an impressive number of accomplishments under his belt, including competing in the last four winter Olympics and winning 17 national championships. On August 15, Kris participated in […]

The 118th Hersey Family Reunion Held on August 1

A beautiful day on Newfound Lake for all

By Rita Norander, for the Beacon

Although cloudy skies began the day, the sun slowly appeared, and it became quite pleasant for the 118th annual reunion of the descendants of Hannah and Gilman Hersey. Helen LaPlante Duchesne’s Newfound Lake home was once again the gathering place for the group. Forty-six members and two guests were in attendance, representing the six states of […]

Born: Elizabeth Paige Richardson, August 9, 2015

...to Alan and Jennifer Richardson

Born: Elizabeth Paige Richardson, August 9, 2015

Alan Richardson and his wife Jennifer are now the proud parents of a beautiful baby girl. Elizabeth Paige Richardson was born at Concord Hospital on August 9, weighing in at 8 lbs. Alan Richardson is a life-long resident of Andover; his wife Jennifer (Yates) Richardson grew up in Sutton. Cecelia Richardson of Andover is the paternal grandmother, and […]

Andover After School Program, August 2015

Still some part-time openings available

By Diane Adams, Andover After School Program
Andover After School Program, August 2015

Welcome back to school everyone! We are ready and excited for a new year. Last year’s third graders are geared up to head to the rooms upstairs, and last year’s second graders get their own third grade room. A few new changes have occurred, but not many. We are welcoming Stephanie Croteau to our team […]

Chester Martin, August 10, 2015

Andover High School class of 1948

Chester Martin, August 10, 2015

Chester H. Martin, 84, of Newbury, formerly of Danbury, died on August 10, 2015 at his home. He was born in Danbury on October 30, 1930, the son of Ray Jennings and Fannie B. (Rand) Martin. He graduated from Andover High School in 1948 and then went to work for his father. He worked for a short […]

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