March 12, at 2 PM, in the Library
WILMOT — So, what makes up the trash that Wilmot sends to landfill, and how much trash does Wilmot send to the landfill each year? There are two streams of trash that go to landfill from the Wilmot Transfer Station. The first is the municipal solid waste (MSW) put in the compactor. The second stream […]
Volunteers fabricated 192 window inserts
NEW LONDON — Many thanks to all who participated in the Kearsarge WindowDressers Community Build of custom interior-mounted storm windows in November, co-sponsored by Kearsarge Climate Action (KCA) and Kearsarge Neighborhood Partners (KNP) at Saint Andrews Episcopal Church in New London. Over five days, 85 volunteers gathered, many working multiple four-hour shifts as supervisors, insert […]
NEW LONDON — Did you know KNP has an account at the Repeat Boutique consignment store in Andover, inside and upstairs at the Circle K minimart? When the store sells clothing dropped off for the KNP account, it holds the profit in our account. This past week, a neighbor assisted by KNP advocates, was thrilled […]
Thursdays, April 24–May 15, noon to 3 PM
FRANKLIN — Volunteering can be one of the most powerful experiences a person can have. When you volunteer, you give your time to help touch the lives of others, and when that volunteering is for those who are on home hospice, you gain the opportunity to change someone’s life for the better. Franklin VNA & […]
February 28, 6:30 PM, at First Congregational Church, Wilmot
WILMOT — Free movie and popcorn February 28! Black History Month was officially recognized by Gerald Ford in 1976, calling the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans…throughout our history.” The 2025 Black History Month theme, “African Americans and Labor,” focuses on the ways that work of all […]
March 7, 6:30 PM, Tracy Memorial Library
NEW LONDON — Looking for something fun and inspiring to do? Next month, dive into the fascinating world of female artists, with “Fierce Females: Women in Art,” a captivating program led by Jane Oneail. This program is presented in partnership with Tracy Memorial Library and will take place inside their vital community gathering space, on […]
Franklin Unitarian Church serves as the host
FRANKLIN — For over 37 years, thanks to decades of dedicated volunteers, Bread & Roses has been serving two free meals every week, year-round, on Mondays and Thursdays, at 5 PM. Everyone is welcome. This past year over 5,170 meals were served, an increase of 1,855 meals over last year, with an average of 50 […]
Franklin Fire Department Battles House Fire
FRANKLIN — The City of Franklin Fire Department was dispatched to a reported building fire at 137 Prospect Street, on December 27, 2024. The Tilton-Northfield Fire & EMS and Sanbornton Fire Departments were also toned as automatic aid. As Franklin crews responded, LRMFA Dispatch updated that the fire was in the wall near the wood […]
Tuesday, January 28, 6:30 PM, at KRHS
NORTH SUTTON — Earlier this month the Kearsarge Regional School District had a record-breaking turnout to reject the restrictive spending cap before them and citizens voted in support of their public schools. While communities like Kearsarge are stepping up, the reality is that they shouldn’t have to bear this burden alone. For too long, the […]