He reflects on 20 years of leadership
Alex Bernhard, a founder of the Friends of the Northern Rail Trail (FNRT) in Merrimack County, is stepping down from the FNRT Board of Directors this year. In honor of his work and contributions to the Trail, we talked with him and share his reflections here. This interview was edited for clarity. 1. What started […]
Police Department and Town Offices need safe, functional spaces
Two possible visions for the future of Wilmot’s municipal buildings were laid out at a well-attended Select Board meeting in September. Architect Jay Barrett, who has worked with Wilmot on the renovation of Town Hall, shared findings from his study of the Town’s existing municipal properties and its current and future needs. In particular, Barrett […]
Sunday worship at the South Danbury Church is at 11 AM. Everyone is invited, and all are welcome. Our popular Homemade Pie Sale (plus handmade crafts, free mulled cider, and treats) will be held on Friday, November 22, from 3 to 5 PM. Come early for the best selection! Author Mary Lyn Ray will be […]
Kearsarge Neighborhood Partners (KNP) is a nonprofit organization 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. On September 9, 26 volunteers, including a […]
Sweet, five-year-old boxer is ready to go home
Autumn is a five-year-old boxer mix who arrived at Franklin Animal Shelter on September 19. Autumn has all vaccines, is up-to-date on heartworm prevention, has been spayed, and maintains a healthy weight at 67 pounds. She is a lovely pup who has experience with children, having been around babies and young children throughout her life. Autumn […]
Thursday, November 7, at 10:15 AM
Don Sieburg, recently hired as Andover’s Town Administrator, will join interested residents for an informal coffee and conversation hour at The Andover Community Hub, on Thursday, November 7, at 10:15 AM, as part of the Coffee with the Chief series. This is an opportunity for Administrator Sieburg to introduce himself to local residents, as well […]
November 6, at 10 AM, at The Andover Community Hub
Most of us want to be able “to age in place” as we get older and to continue to be as independent as possible. Suggestions for the steps one can take to “age-proof” one’s home, to make it safer and to adapt it to the changing needs that come with age, will be offered in a […]
New logo unveiling became one highlight of the evening
On the evening of September 18, the Friends of the Northern Rail Trail’s (FNRT) Board of Directors and special guests attended FNRT’s Fourteenth Self-congratulatory Potluck Supper in the lovely Andover Barn at Highland Lake Inn. One of the evening’s highlights was the unveiling of FNRT’s new logo. This logo project was led from start to […]
Friday, November 22, at 7 PM
Andover Fish and Game Club’s Annual Turkey Raffle will be held at the Clubhouse on Channel Road in East Andover on Friday, November 22, at 7 PM. There will be deer pool tickets available. In addition, a free door prize will be given and the popular 50/50 tickets and Cavalry O/U 20-gauge shotgun raffle will […]
Drop off cards by November 15
Franklin Savings Bank (FSB) is collecting cards again this year for the Military Holiday Card Challenge, and the Andover Service Club is participating. Created in 2003 by New Hampshire resident Dr. Laura Landerman-Garber, the nonprofit corporation Holiday Cards for our Military Challenge aims to collect and deliver personalized signed cards showing care and respect to […]