Application deadline is Friday, April 22
The Andover Lions Club offers two scholarships every year: John Thompson Memorial Scholarship: $1,000 Stephen Jewett Memorial Scholarship: $1,000 Because no scholarships were given last year, for this year only we will offer two additional scholarships to college freshmen, with the same guidelines in place. Criteria First priority will be given to graduating high school […]
Many thanks to Jon Champagne
Hello everyone! We begin this article with two big thank yous. First, to Jon Champagne for the help, expertise, and time he has generously given the church over the years, and especially towards the recent paving of the parking lot for the church and East Andover Village Preschool. Thank you, Jon, for your welcomed experience. […]
Returning vendors' deadline is March 5
The Wilmot Farmers Market Board of Directors is busy building the vendor base for another successful summer season. The 2022 season will operate from 9 AM to noon on the Wilmot Town Green every Saturday starting on June 25 and running through September 24. Returning vendors who submit their applications by Saturday, March 5 are […]
Reasonably priced clothing; managed by volunteers
The Andover Thrift and Gift Shop has been a reliable community resource for more than 25 years, offering shoppers new and gently-used clothing and accessories at reasonable prices. The shop is managed by volunteers from the non-profit Andover Service Club and has been a major fundraiser for the club, with proceeds going towards college scholarships […]
Our community stretches beyond our borders
OK, so the heart and soul of The Andover Beacon is the hundreds of newspapers we drop off at the Post Office almost every month, one paper for every mailing address in Andover and East Andover. But did you know that we also mail about 300 individually-addressed copies to households and businesses around the region […]
Tuesday, February 15, from 6 to 7 PM
Girl Scouts follow their own convictions, take the lead in their own stories, and explore all the extraordinary things they’re capable of. Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains invites you to an information night as a free and fun way for girls and their families to get to know Girl Scouts. Bring a […]
Recognized for support of seniors in community
Longtime resident and retired local businessman John R. Benham was awarded the Citizen of the Year accolade by the City of Franklin recently. The award was given in recognition of his limitless dedication in support of seniors in the community. John Benham is a beloved and well-respected figure. His family ties run deep, having enjoyed […]
Andover's Pecco Beaufays Retires from Board
The Granite Foundation recently partnered with the Foundation for New Hampshire Community Colleges to endow a $25,000 scholarship. The first award(s) will be made to students in the 2022-2023 academic year. The new Granite Foundation Scholarship Fund provides scholarship assistance to full or part-time students attending any of New Hampshire’s seven community colleges. Eligible students […]
Dave Murray of Murray Farm Greenhouse
A seed starting presentation, given by Dave Murray of Murray Farm Greenhouse in Penacook, will be offered at the Andover Community Hub on Thursday, February 17, from 6 to 8 PM. Dave Murray has been gardening for more than 50 years at his greenhouse in Penacook, working with family including his parents, grandfather, aunts, brothers, […]
