Blackwater Grange #152

By Bernice Nowell, Blackwater Grange

Blackwater Grange #152 met on May 9 with seven members present, Master Clayton Powell presiding. Deputy Neil MacDonald and his wife Gale were present. He brought greetings from State Master Jim Tetreault and General Deputy Arthur Merrill. The Lecturer’s program was jokes and quizzes. The Grange meets next on Thursday, June 13.  

Andover High School Plans Summer Reunion

Saturday, July 6 in South Danbury

By Judy Perreault, AHS ’53

The 2013 Andover High School reunion is just around the corner; can’t believe another year has passed. I had an aunt that said “the older you get, the faster the time goes by,” and I guess she was right. I look forward to seeing classmates from near and far. Some live right here in town […]

Andover Lions are Planning a Busy Summer

Seeking new members to help serve the community

By Joyce Egge, Andover Lions Club

The Andover Lions hosted an Open House on April 22 at 6 PM at Naughty Nellies for prospective new members and former members. An ice cream social with many toppings was provided by Naughty Nellies and was a big hit. We have one new member, Mrs. Laura Danforth, and are working on welcoming another one. […]

New London Hospital and Dartmouth-Hitchcock Move to Closer Affiliation

Press release

New London Hospital (NLH) and Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health (D-HH) have negotiated an affiliation agreement, beginning a review process aimed at strengthening the relationship between the two institutions. Under the affiliation, NLH will integrate its governance and certain clinical, financial, and administrative activities with Dartmouth-Hitchcock. Subject to certain approval powers reserved to D-HH, the hospital will retain […]

Danbury Grange Sponsors Second of Its “Living Sustainably” Programs on June 22

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Danbury Grange Sponsors Second of Its “Living Sustainably” Programs on June 22

The buzz is about “sustainability” and the Danbury Grange has been in the forefront of the movement with its winter farmers market featuring local producers of goods and produce. Now Phyllis Rockwell, lecturer for Blazing Star Grange and a vendor at the winter market, has put together a comprehensive two-year program on sustainability and combined it with Grange […]

Danbury Community Center Holds Pig Roast and Auction

Saturday, June 1, starting at 3 PM

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Danbury Community Center Holds Pig Roast and Auction

Everyone loves an auction! Combine that with a pig roast, and you’ve got a winning ticket. The Danbury Community Center will be holding its 2nd Annual Pig Roast & Community Auction on Saturday, June 1 at the center at 15 High St in Danbury, New Hampshire. The event will start at 3 PM with some children’s games outside, […]

Relay for Life Hopes for a Cancer Cure

Walk on June 7 and 8 to help support Cancer survivors

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My Reason to Relay My name is Michaela Trefethen, and on June 7 and 8 I’ll be walking non-stop at the Kearsarge/Lake Sunapee Relay For Life in support of my friend, Tyler Graf, who is currently battling leukemia. Many of you may know Tyler as the former captain of athletic teams at Proctor Academy, as […]

Franklin Animal Shelter Presents: Casper

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Franklin Animal Shelter Presents: Casper

Casper is looking for his retirement home! This beautiful Seal Point Siamese is litter box trained, neutered, and current on all his vaccinations. Casper is getting on in years and is ready for the quiet life. He’s had a bit of a rough time in life and is looking forward to some much deserved “R […]