Irene Jewett, center, was honored with the 2013 Vaughan Award for volunteerism. Helping honor Irene at the Statehouse on May 6 were State Representative Mario Ratzki, Governor Maggie Hassan, and Irene’s son and daughter, David Jewett and Becky Dobretz. Irene, age 92, was a long-time volunteer with the East Andover Fire Precinct and the Andover Rescue Squad, retiring as an EMT when she turned 75. Irene maintains an active interest in helping local individuals in need of assistance and support. She is still referred to as the “Mayor of East Andover” and the “the glue that holds the town together.”
