Begins Monday, April 22, 6:30–8:30 PM
An eight-week bereavement support group sponsored by the Andover Community Church will begin on Monday, April 22, 6:30 to 8:30 PM, at The Andover Community Hub, 157 Main Street. It’s open to anyone dealing with a loss in their lives, and offers help and encouragement for participants in rebuilding their lives after the death of […]
National Volunteer Week is April 14–21
It was during a visit to the thrift shop next to AE/MS shortly after my husband and I moved to Andover that I first became acquainted with the Andover Service Club (ASC) and their long history of service to the community. Since 1958, ASC members have answered the call from neighbors in need, raised funds […]
Punky Brewster is 14, beautiful, and talkative
Introducing Punky Brewster: this beautiful 14-year-old feline is looking for a quiet, loving home to retire to. She is up-to-date on her vaccines, spayed, and lovable. Punky Brewster is eagerly awaiting her forever home where she can cuddle up with her new family and bask in the warmth of companionship. She is as soft as […]
Eight or nine years young; gentle demeanor
Introducing Lolo, the delightful domestic shorthair cat who’s ready to steal your heart! At eight to nine years young, Lolo exudes charm, grace, and a whole lot of love. Lolo is eagerly awaiting her forever home where she can cuddle up with her new family and bask in the warmth of companionship. With her gentle […]
Harsh winters hurt cars; clean cars last longer
New England, as we all know, has harsh winter conditions, which can leave behind residual effects that affect your vehicle’s performance and condition as temperatures rise — from built-up grime, road salt, and fluid contamination to deteriorated wipers and battery issues. With the high price of new and used cars and high interest rates on […]
Please spread the word about these programs! Tuesdays, 4 PM: Board Game Drop-in. All ages welcome. Bring your own games or choose one of ours to play. We have Monopoly, mancala, Boggle, chess, checkers, Battleship, jenga, backgammon, and Uno. Wednesdays, 1:30 PM: Adult Crafting Social. Please feel free to join us. Bring whatever craft you […]
The results from the Town elections for Salisbury are as follows: Select Board, 1 position for 3 years; Brett Walker won re-election with 105 votes Supervisors of the Checklist, 1 position for 6 years; Dorothy Swenson won re-election with 113 votes Trustees of the Trust Funds, 1 position for 3 years; Marcel Binette won re-election […]
This winter The Beacon held a Red Sox Opening Day Raffle, which included two tickets for the opening game against the Baltimore Orioles, at Fenway Park, on Tuesday, April 9, and a $100 gift certificate to nearby Cask N’ Flagon for pre- or post-game brews and snacks. We are happy to announce that the winners […]
Memorial Day Run/walk, 9 AM, May 27, in Wilmot
After a four-year hiatus, the Wilmot Community Association (WCA)’s Black Fly Blitz is back! Come join the fun along with other runners and walkers for the WCA’s 16th Black Fly Blitz 5K run/walk. The event starts at 9 AM on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, in Wilmot. Pinnacle Timing of Newport, www.pinnaclestrive.com, is handling online […]
Wilmot Community Association (WCA), Thursday, April 4, 9 AM
Please join the Wilmot Community Association (WCA) at 9 AM, Thursday, April 4, for our monthly drop-in get-together at the Red Barn, 64 Village Road. Glynis Hart, Director, Wilmot Public Library, will be on hand to discuss the library, including its upcoming programs. These drop-in sessions, scheduled the first Thursday of every month, will give […]