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April Events at the Andover Libraries

Spring has sprung! If April showers are keeping you indoors, swing by the libraries for great reading material and awesome events. Mini…

March 22, 2024 • Read

Forecasting New Hampshire’s Energy, Political, and Climate Future

You can stand far above the countryside on the rocky outcrops of Mount Sunapee, Mount Kearsarge, or Ragged Mountain. On a sunny…

March 21, 2024 • Read

SHARE Day Returns to AE/MS

SHARE Day, which stands for “See How the Arts Reach Everyone,” was started by a small but very active PTO in…

March 18, 2024 • Read

Pleasant Places to Visit in Andover in 1893

Around the turn of the 20th century, many city dwellers escaped the summer heat by vacationing in the country. Some even spent the whole summer, staying with…

March 15, 2024 • Read

Earth Week Celebrations Return to Andover for Fourth Year

Earth Day is celebrated every year worldwide on April 22. On this day, organizations and individuals focus on educating the public regarding…

March 21, 2024 • Read

GriefShare Bereavement Group to Begin at The Andover Hub

An eight-week bereavement support group sponsored by the Andover Community Church will begin on Monday, April 22, 6:30 to 8:30 PM, at…

March 21, 2024 • Read

KNP Korner — March

Kearsarge Neighborhood Partners (KNP) is a nonprofit dedicated to building a community where neighbors help…

March 18, 2024 • Read

Highland Lake Resident Canada Geese Return

The Highland Lake resident Canada geese have returned to their annual breeding grounds and nesting…

March 15, 2024 • Read

Willa Coroka of The Magpie’s Apprentice to Speak

Please join the Andover Garden Club as Willa Coroka visits us for a second time…

March 17, 2024 • Read

Town News

History

Record Snowfall Blankets New Hampshire

The lights flicker wearily, and sleety snow raps on the kitchen window. Mom and I are eating dinner…

March 20, 2024 • Read

Pleasant Places to Visit in Andover in 1893

Around the turn of the 20th century, many city dwellers escaped the summer heat by vacationing in the country. Some even spent…

March 15, 2024 • Read

An 8 Year Old’s Adventures with Bessie

Every animal living on our tiny farm on Route 11 has a job to do – the cat,…

February 17, 2024 • Read

Finally, Andover Becomes Home to the Hedén Family

It is 1946; the deed was officially transferred. David and Ellen, my parents, were the proud owners of…

January 24, 2024 • Read

Schools

Proctor's Spring Sports Teams are in Full Swing

Proctor Academy’s spring sports teams are in full swing. All games are open to the public, and while schedules may continue to evolve given rain dates and cancellations, the Proctor community is hoping to see plenty of fans at games…

Proctor Academy Hits Enrollment Numbers for Next…

Throughout the months of February, March, and April, Proctor Academy’s Admissions Team processed applications, hosted three Accepted Student Days, and solidified enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year. While many small colleges and independent schools in the region have seen dips…

Proctor Opens Spring Performance and Art Shows t…

Proctor Academy’s Performing Arts Department will produce two spring theater productions: a one-night cabaret act on May 3rd, and a performance of Clue on May 11 and 12 in the Norris Family Theater. Both shows will begin at 7 PM…

The Diary of Anne Frank at the Newport Opera Hou…

Newport, NH: Mount Royal Academy’s Knights Theater, in partnership with the Newport Opera House Association, will be performing the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning show, The Diary of Anne Frank by Goodrich and Hackett, adaptation by Wendy Kesselman, on…

Proctor Sees Benefits of Strong Adolescent/Paren…

As educators, we at Proctor see real value in students learning to live and learn independently from their parents, as they navigate roommate conflict, independence around meals, homework, and laundry, and academic work. In fact, up until a few years…

Proctor Athletics Begins Spring Season in April

Proctor Academy’s athletic teams are poised to start their spring season as they return from Spring Break. All athletic contests are open to the public, and Proctor’s Athletic Department encourages those in the greater Andover community to drop in for…

SHARE Day Returns to AE/MS

SHARE Day, which stands for “See How the Arts Reach Everyone,” was started by a small but very active PTO in 1988. This special day at Andover Elementary/Middle…

March 18, 2024 • Read

East Andover Village Preschool Open House and Enrollment

It is that time of year again. Enrollment is available for the 2024/2025 school year for children ages 3 to 5. We can accept a small number of…

March 18, 2024 • Read

Andover Organizations

Shopping at the Andover Thrift & Gift Shop

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April 19, 2024 • Read

Big Sale to Clean Out the Freight House

The Andover Historical would like to thank everyone for all of the wonderful donations that have been given over the years.…

April 19, 2024 • Read

“Telling Your Story” Continues at The Hub

Newcomers are welcome to join the meetings of the “Telling Your Story” writing group that has met several times at The…

April 19, 2024 • Read

Opinion

InDepth NH Urges Voters to Know Candidates

As the legislative session comes to a close, it is…

April 19, 2024 • Read

Red Sox Raffle Winners Thank Beacon Board

Scott and I want to extend a very sincere thank…

April 19, 2024 • Read

State Representative Outlines Ways for Residents to Get Financial Assistance

According to the NH Fiscal Policy Institute:” The total amount…

April 17, 2024 • Read

Births

It’s a Boy!

Born: Elizabeth Paige Richardson, August 9, 2015

Trevor and Evan St. Clair

Born: Beckett David Pontbriand

Kids

Andover Sisters Wake Up With America

Summer Reading Program Rocket Launch

Girls with Attitude Turn Lemons into Backpacks

New Hampshire Electric Co-op Foundation Awards Grant

Other People News

The Beacon and the Phelps Sisters in Boston

Popular Sap-2-Syrup Event Highlights Local Maple Production

German Style Kakao Wins Gold

Donating to Veterans’ Wish List Makes Perfect Valentine’s Gift

Around the World

The Beacon Around the World

Around the World with The Beacon – Portugal

Around the World with The Beacon – Germany

Around the World with the Beacon – Australia

Deaths

Howard D. George — March 7, 2024

Cecelia A. (Yeager) Richardson — March 5, 2024

Corine A. (Benoit) Keyser — February 17, 2024

James D Ford – February 4, 2024

Outdoors

FNRT Volunteers Open Trails after Downed Trees

FNRT volunteers have been working hard recently to open the Trail after several severe weather events. Three teams of FNRT maintenance volunteers cleared fallen…

April 19, 2024 • Read

Early Loon Death from Lead Tackle Ingestion

The Loon Preservation Committee (LPC) and the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department (NHFG) want to remind anglers about the ban on lead sinkers…

April 18, 2024 • Read

Finding and Pointing Out Spring’s Firsts

Now that May is finally here, we hope that we’ve seen the last soggy snows and freezing temperatures of April (T. S. Eliot’s “cruelest…

April 18, 2024 • Read

Highland Lake Experiences Ice Out on St. Patrick’s Day

FNRT February Board Meeting

Highland Lake Resident Canada Geese Return

Sports

Andover Recreational Basketball: Season in Review

Andover Recreational Basketball closed out their season during the last week of February after three months of practices and games. While the records of…

February 22, 2024 • Read

Andover Youth Baseball Gears up for Exciting New Season

The Andover Youth Baseball (AYB) program, a beloved institution in the community, is gearing up for another exciting season. With four teams (TBall, Rookies,…

April 19, 2023 • Read

Andover Recreation Needs Soccer and Basketball Directors

After a successful winter season of basketball and skiing, Andover’s Recreation Committee is looking to next fall’s soccer season with excitement. Sign-ups for fall…

March 22, 2023 • Read