WCA Sells Holiday And Gift Cards

Press release

This holiday season the Wilmot Community Association (WCA) is selling holiday greeting cards and holiday donation gift cards featuring a lovely pencil drawing of the WCA’s Red Barn in winter by Wilmot artist Kristen Ash Chertikhin. “The gift cards are perfect for the person who has everything. For out-of-town relatives and friends, just slip one […]

FRH Lights Of Memory Celebration On December 2

Press release

Members of the Franklin Regional Hospital Auxiliary are proud to present the 28th annual Lights of Memory Celebration, to be held on Sunday, December 2, at 4 PM at Franklin Regional Hospital (FRH). FRH Auxiliary members invite everyone in the community to attend this wonderful holiday gathering. For $3 you may purchase a light in […]

Gingerbread Showcase Enthralls Young, Young At Heart

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Gingerbread Showcase Enthralls Young, Young At Heart

Nearly 100 people attended the Wilmot Community Association’s (WCA) second annual Gingerbread Showcase on November 17. Children, teens, adults, groups, and professional bakers entered a total of 16 eatable structures in the event. Unique designs and inventive use of many different foods including candies, cookies, pretzels, and shredded wheat were the hallmarks of the day. […]

Andover Lions To Light Christmas Tree On December 1

By Joyce Egge, Andover Lions Club
Andover Lions To Light Christmas Tree On December 1

The Andover Lions, in conjunction with students from Proctor Academy, had a great time hosting a Halloween Open House at the Lion’s Den on Poplar Street in downtown Andover. We gave out candy, painted faces, played games, and drank cider. We are looking forward to doing an even bigger and better event next year. We […]

There’s Help Out There: Social Services

By Robert Ofenloch, Beacon volunteer

If you’re struggling, there’s help out there. Here’s a list of many area resources. Start Here! ServiceLink: Your connection to all kinds of assistance. 866 634-9412, ServiceLink.org Community Action Programs (CAP): 934-3444 New Hampshire Catholic Charities: Counseling, information and referral, support groups, and institutional healthcare. 800 562-5249 Andover Town Office: 735-5332 Food Andover Food Pantry: […]

Andover Service Club Christmas Luncheon: December 12

By Joyce Egge, Andover Service Club
Andover Service Club Christmas Luncheon: December 12

The Medicine Crow Woman, better known as “Auntie Crow,” displays a Native American lady’s fan of Abenaki origin. It is made with osprey feathers. Photo: Mary Ofenloch On Tuesday and Wednesday, November 20 and 21, from 11 AM to 7 PM, the Andover Service Club will be selling pies for Thanksgiving at the Circle K […]

Thursday’s Child Dinners To Benefit Wilmot Organizations

Press release

The Wilmot Community Association (WCA) and the Wilmot Learning Place (WLP) will participate in a Thursday’s Child fund-raising event starting at 5:30 PM on Thursday, November 15 at the New London Inn, 353 Main Street in New London. The WCA, a non-profit dedicated to serving all members of the community, was established in 1963. It […]

Sarah’s Soldiers

By Kimberly Laro, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Sarah’s Soldiers

I am a Sarah’s Soldier. Being part of the Sarah’s Soldier team is what brought me to my first Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event in 2000. Over the past 12 years, I have had many different roles in this event. I have been a team member, the team captain, a member of the Planning […]

Making Strides Raises Record-Breaking $613,763 In Concord

By Kimberly Laro, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Making Strides Raises Record-Breaking $613,763 In Concord

The 20th annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Concord was held on Sunday, October 14, and more than 5,000 participants came out despite the weather to walk and show their support for those currently battling the disease, to celebrate the survivorship of many, and to remember and honor those who have been lost to […]

November Is National Hospice And Palliative Care Month

Press release

One of the most vital programs provided by Lake Sunapee Region VNA and Hospice (LSRVNA) is its certified Hospice Program. Hospice is dedicated to the belief that “life is about how you live,” emphasizing comfort, independence, and quality of life when facing terminal illness. It is a comprehensive, holistic program dedicated to making each person’s […]