Proctor Student Wins with Poetry in Writing Competition

Center for the Arts' Teen Writers Project

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Proctor Student Wins with Poetry in Writing Competition

The Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the winners of the third annual Teen Writers Project Competition.  This competition was open to local students between the ages of 12 and 18 in the categories of non-fiction, fiction, and poetry. The winners in the fiction category are: 1. Annaliese Rowell, Sunapee, junior at Sunapee […]

Blazing Star Grange Schedules Open House to Honor New Master

Sunday, February 5, from 2 to 4 PM

By Donna Sprague
Blazing Star Grange Schedules Open House to Honor New Master

Blazing Star Grange #71 of Danbury will hold an open house on Sunday, February 5, from 2 to 4 PM, in honor of their master, Tricia Taylor, being elected master of the New Hampshire State Grange.  While Blazing Star Grange has known and appreciated Tricia’s leadership and dedication, having her recognized as an esteemed leader […]

Her Continual Gift: Organization Named After Becky Lang

Gives assistance to horse owners

By Jamie L. Costa
Her Continual Gift: Organization Named After Becky Lang

Note: This article was reprinted with permission from the Concord Monitor. It was originally published on December 11, 2022. After Kathleen Lang’s only child, Becky, died in a tragic car accident in 2005 on her way to graduate school in California, she was left empty and defeated before friends encouraged her to start a non-profit […]

Application Process for 2023 Scholarship Awards Opens

Annual program run by Andover Service Club

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The Andover Service Club is pleased to announce that the application process for the 2023 Scholarship awards has begun. Awards are based on academic performance, character attributes, and community involvement, and not on financial need. Graduating seniors and adults entering or continuing their education at a college, professional, or technical school are eligible to apply. […]

Franklin Outing Club Winter Carnival Kicks Off on February 4

Many events planned; Veterans Memorial Recreation Area

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Franklin Outing Club Winter Carnival Kicks Off on February 4

The Franklin Outing Club is excited to announce its 61st Annual Winter Carnival. Events will kick off on Saturday, February 4, with the Broom Ball and a Moonlit Snowshoe Hike, complete with a Bonfire and Hot Cocoa Party. Other fun events planned throughout the Winter Carnival include their Cardboard Sled Races on Saturday, February 18, […]

Andover Thrift and Gift Shop Offers Valentine’s Day Gifts Galore

New cards and artisan gifts priced from $1

By Nancie Jacobson
Andover Thrift and Gift Shop Offers Valentine’s Day Gifts Galore

Need something for the special people in your life this Valentine’s Day? The Andover Thrift and Gift Shop has you covered, with a wide variety of new cards and artisan gifts priced from just $1. Veteran-owned For the Love of Crafts offers a selection of items including imprinted baby onesies, t-shirts, and adult sweatshirts; “love […]

Potter Place Railroad Station Outlines 2022 Successes

LCHIP grant, new roof, repaired train order signal

By Fred Nystrom and Susan Schnare

Much happened at the Potter Place Railroad Station during 2022. The LCHIP grant matched by more than 50% donations made it possible to fix the slate roof. Our roofer John Green did a great job. He will continue to work with us on some carpentry and the gutters next spring. The Semaphore, or Train Order […]

Photography Workshop Teaches Participants to Use iPhone Camera

Workshop given by Cindy Benson at the Hub

By Susan Chase

Photographers are learning that it’s not always necessary to carry a separate camera in order to get great photos; often one’s smartphone may do just as well.  On Saturday, February 25, from 10 to 11:30 AM, Andover photographer Cindy Benson will share what she’s learned about taking award-winning photographs using her iPhone. The workshop will […]

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