Andover — The Andover Historical Society will be holding its last Open House of the season at the Tucker Mountain School, on Sunday, October 13, 1 to 3 PM. This month’s host volunteers are Frank Baker and his daughter Emily Baker. They will be sharing their love of metal detecting and showing visitors their collection […]
In the spring of 1919, the second, and last, grand Hotel Potter was destroyed by fire. Fortunately, the fire did not spread to the Hotel Potter Livery Stable, so its contents (horses, carriages, and coaches) were not lost. Harry and Arthur Clark (Luan’s grandfather and great-grandfather) were the proprietors at that time. Later that year, […]
Recently, the Andover Lions Club was dissolved and the coach ownership has been transferred to the Town of Andover. An agreement has been completed that places the coach on Historical Society grounds in Potter Place. The coach will be housed in a new display barn adjacent to the Freight House on Depot Street. This custom […]
September into October is the perfect time of the year to get out and explore the various conservation properties in and around Andover. Members of the Andover Conservation Commission, Nancy Robart and Nancy Teach, joined by Andover Resident Miranda Dawalga and her daughter, Beretta, recently took some time to explore two local Ausbon Sargent conservation […]
WILMOT – Wilmot Fire Department mourned the loss of Life Member Henry Stevens, who passed away August. 29, 2024. Stevens, who joined the department when he was 16, served for 70 years. The department issued the following statement: “As Forest Fire Warden for many years, he played a crucial role in protecting our town. Henry […]
WILMOT – Thanks to an LCHIP grant, the former Grange building on North Wilmot Road, built in 1906, has been raised above potential floodwaters from Kimpton Brook. Known as the Town Hall, #9 North Wilmot Road is the site for Town Meeting, elections, and community events. Joists below the floor were found to have dry […]
Public Notice Candidate Forum Webster Town Hall 945 Battle St Saturday, October 19, 2024 2 to 4 PM Come hear the candidates for: State Representatives – Merrimack District 5 (Andover, Danbury, Hill, Salisbury, and Webster) Senate District 7 (too many towns to list), Floterial (Andover, Salisbury, Danbury, Hill, Webster, Boscawen, Canterbury, and Loudon) Executive Council […]
Sunday worship at the South Danbury Church is at 11 AM. Everyone is invited, and all are welcome. For church news, programs, events, and announcements of worship services, follow us on our Facebook page at “Friends of the South Danbury Christian Church,” watch for the outdoor sign at the church, call/text 603 744-8073, or email […]
NEW LONDON – The preschool playground at New London Elementary will soon see an update, as the school board chose a vendor to replace the current structure, which is broken. Although the board earmarked funds for the update last year, it was difficult to find vendors who could fulfill the requirements. Playgrounds are required by […]