Barbara Sargent Upton, age 90, wife of George Thomas Upton, died on June 28, 2014 in Topeka, Kansas after enduring 12 years of Alzheimer’s disease. She was born Barbara Lois Sargent on February 23, 1924 in Malden, Massachuesetts, daughter of Pearl Hallworth Sargent and Walter Sargent. Her family moved to Contoocook when she was seven […]
Still enrolling for summer camp and next school year
Our 2013-2014 school year ended with 12 graduates performing our own version of The Crayon Box that Talked, singing some songs about preschool and our upcoming hopes for kindergarten, and enjoying a small reception with our family and friends. We are so proud of you all! Summer camp has begun! We welcome Ms Georgia Grant for […]
Son of Patricia Moyer of Andover
Scott B. Pierce, 37, of Ludlow, Vermont, passed away on June 8, 2014. Scott was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, on February 22, 1977, the son of Robert Pierce and Patricia Moyer. Scott grew up on the seacoast of New Hampshire, where he graduated from Exeter High School and attended Plymouth State College. Scott’s passion […]
Stepfather of Paul Kimball of Andover
Oscar L. Vezina, 90, of Franklin died peacefully at home on May 23, 2014, with his loving wife and family by his side. He was born on November 21, 1923, in Penacook, the son of Albert and Helen (Dragon) Vezina. Oscar was a lifelong resident of Penacook before moving to Franklin 14 years ago. He […]
Studied monkeys in Belize for eight years
Total raised for the blind: over $45,000
Ten years as the top individual fundraiser for the Blind Awareness Walk-a-thon has pushed Frank Haley’s total raised over $45,000. Frank is celebrating 10 years as the top individual donor to the New Hampshire Blind Awareness Walk-a-thon, which took place this year on June 7. The Walk-a-thon is a 3K walk throughout Concord’s historic district […]
Dean's List, graduations, and more
Henry Bendel was named to the dean’s list for the spring semester at Keene State College. Kayla Dansereau was named to the dean’s list for the spring semester at the University of Vermont and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies. Tenzin Dickinson earned a bachelor’s degree in biology with a psychology/cognitive neuroscience minor from Clarkson […]
Pre-law with a minor in Outdoor Education
Gregory Hewitt of Andover graduated with honors from Westminster College in Salt Lake City, Utah, on May 31. Greg received a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a Political Studies/Pre-Law major, and a minor in Outdoor Education and Leadership. Honors are awarded to students who obtain a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Greg’s summer plans include […]
"Harvey's students love him."
Dr. Harvey J. Pine of Andover is the 2014 recipient of the Jack Jensen Award for Excellence in Teaching, Colby-Sawyer College’s highest teaching award. Each year the award is given at commencement to honor a teacher who communicates high expectations and encourages intellectual curiosity within and across disciplines; respects diverse talents and ways of learning […]
Saturday, June 7, from 8 AM to 2 PM
The changing of seasons brings the arrival and birth of animals, along with growth of flowers, plants, and trees. Spring is upon us at East Andover Village Preschool and has brought a breath of fresh air into our classroom activities and discussions. In April, we observed and welcomed six ducks to our EAVP family. After […]