Funds help sustain operations and programs
FRANKLIN — A CDFA Tax Credit is a tax credit grant administered by CDFA. Along with other companies, Bank of New Hampshire made a significant contribution, which impacts the Opera House programs, and allows those companies to take it as a tax deduction. The grant totaled $150,000. CDFA received a 20% admin fee of $30,000 […]
Same perspective shows Benson Auto
FRANKLIN — In the 1800s, West Franklin was just “Franklin”, and east of the Pemigewasset River was “Franklin Falls” (named for the multiple “falls” created by the mills along the Winnipesaukee River). Main Street was a flourishing business district, made even more so with the advent of the automobile, as Route 3 was the main […]
Whitewater Park's Phase Two brings new features
FRANKLIN — This is an excerpt from a blog, the title of which, “Surf’s Up,” is a slang phrase that means there are good waves for surfing and it’s time to get ready to ride them. It can also be used more generally to mean getting ready for something. For today, both of those concepts […]
Town forests are assets that provide many benefits
ANDOVER — Over 200 New Hampshire towns have their own town forest. These forests are assets to the community, providing an outdoor space to relax, unwind, and explore, as well as providing undisturbed habitats for the local wildlife. But, what does it take to create a town forest? Where would such a forest be located? […]
Board decides to close the doors
FRANKLIN — Franklin Animal Shelter has made the difficult decision to close its doors. This sad news has caused me to reflect on what the shelter has meant to me. Moving to Franklin in 2022 brought exciting changes. I quickly learned just how special Franklin is as my group of friends and sense of community […]
Sixth annual Tray it Forward
NEW LONDON — Kearsarge Neighborhood Partners (KNP) is a nonprofit dedicated to building a community where neighbors help each other flourish. We collaborate with over 40 community partners serving 10 towns in the Kearsarge region, matching the needs of neighbors with committed volunteers who can help in short-term or longer-term situations. “May is the month […]
Saturday, May 24, 8 AM to 1 PM
NEW LONDON — Save the Date! The Kearsarge Community Presbyterian Church is holding their annual yard sale on Saturday, May 24, from 8 AM to 1 PM, at 82 King Hill Road (Route 11), in New London. There are Bargains for everyone: furniture, clothing, rugs, jewelry, toys, working electronics, flat screen TVs, tableware, kitchenware, serving […]
WILMOT — On Behalf of the Wilmot Waste Reduction Advisory Committee: Before I get into this month’s topic, I wanted to share some feedback I have received regarding the recent initiative to recycle both aluminum cans and the light metal containers (tin cans, jar lids, pie plates, etc.) I was speaking with Gary, one of […]
DANBURY — Sunday Worship at the South Danbury Church is at 11 AM. Everyone is invited, and all are welcome. Our special event for May will be very special indeed. Danbury historian Gary Ford, whose previous programs on “The Settlement of Danbury and Changes along the Way” were immensely popular, will present “Danbury’s Old Schoolhouses: […]
DANBURY — Sunday worship at the South Danbury Church is at 11 AM. Everyone is invited, and all are welcome. Thanks, caring thoughts, and well wishes for the future! The Beacon has been an excellent friend to the South Danbury Church, sharing our news and events with a far broader audience than we could ever […]