Amherst's Week in Review: Arrests, Rec Fun, Business, Politics, and More

Rent Unaffordable for Average Worker in NH

A study shows New Hampshire workers must make $20.54 an hour to afford rent in the state, more than the $14 average renter’s salary.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 26, 2015

Nearby News: Deadly Crashes, Guarding Recruitment Centers, and Flashers Arrested

Plus, no welfare cash for tattoos or cigarettes, strangler caught, freezer fire extinguished, sobriety checkpoint arrests, and teens busted.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 25, 2015

Jasper Valley Swim & Tennis - Amherst, NH

Another great party at Jasper! Thanks to everyone who came out, played tennis, barbecued, and danced the night away.

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Amherst Police Log: Man Arrested on Violation of a Protective Order Charge

Plus, man transported to the hospital after crash on Chestnut Hill Road; Milford woman arrested for assault.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 20150Patch LocalStream

Amherst Republicans(@AmherstGOP)

If you want to know what is going on every day with #FITN events follow @AJFriesNH & @mattmayberrynh #nhpolitics These guys are everywhere!

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Check Out Bloody Brook Road, Other Homes this Weekend

Here are the open house listings on Amherst NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 20150Patch LocalStream

Amherst Christian Church

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Looking for Work? There are 5,600+ Jobs Listed on Patch

Here are some of the available employment opportunities in and around Amherst.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 20150Patch LocalStream

QED Foundation

I love the strategy in the picture!

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‘Violent’ Fugitive Caught in Massachusetts

“Many tipsters” lead U.S. Marshals to request Lowell Police to arrest Charles Sally.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 20150Patch LocalStream

Amherst Christian Church

ACC camping trip-off to a great start

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UNH Poll: 60 Percent of Granite Staters Favor Legalizing Recreational Pot

The University of New Hampshire Survey Center found the strongest support for legalization can be found among liberals (77 percent).By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 2015Patch LocalStream

Official Camp Young Judaea

CYJ is the most magical place to spend Shabbat #ShabbatShalom #CYJ #SecondSession

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Check Out Jones Road, Other Amherst Homes

A roundup of homes that are currently on the market.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 2015Patch LocalStream

Amherst Town Library

Peak into the past with this week’s #FridayFind from the archives!

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67 State Reps to Governor: Let Guardsmen Carry Guns

In the wake of Tennessee shootings, private citizens guarding recruitment centers, elected officials are calling for a change in NH policy.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream

Amherst Recreation Department

Baboosic Lake campers Making pasta bridges for “Science Week” at the Lake!

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Amherst Weather: Messy Weekend Weather Expected

But there might be one day in there that is good.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream

Amherst Town Library

News from Amherst Town Libraryhttp://conta.cc/1IiPVRB

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Simon: Patients Still in Limbo, NH Remains in Marijuana ‘Dark Ages’

Gov. Hassan signed New Hampshire’s medical marijuana law two years ago. So why are patients still being arrested?By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20151Patch LocalStream

Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce

Yum, yum! Farmer’s Market Saturday!

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Study: If You Work in Metro Boston, You Should Live in NH

Lower taxes, lower crime, lower housing expenses add up to a better quality of life, according to analysis by HSH.com.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream

Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce

This is going to be phenomenal! Get your tickets now.

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Amherst Police Log: Nashua Men Arrested on Theft Charges

Plus, a Wilton woman was summoned after crash on Horace Greeley Road and a Milford man arrested on driving charges.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 20150Patch LocalStream

Amherst Lions Club

Registration for this years car show

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Arrests, Rec News, Fire Reports, Politics, and More

Some of the posts and stories on Amherst NH Patch so far this week.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 2015

‘Violent’ NH Fugitive Sought

New Hampshire Joint Fugitive Task Force is looking for first-degree assaulter Charles James Sally Jr. on a parole violation.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 2015

Sold! Boylston Terrace Goes for $625K

The latest properties that are off the market in Amherst.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015

Jasper Valley Swim & Tennis - Amherst, NH

Celebrating our Coach Relay victory at Rotary. So much fun to watch them swim. What a lucky team to have such amazing coaches!

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NH Drug Czar Offers Opioid Crisis Recommendations

Jack Wozmak issues 22 points to strengthen Granite State efforts to combat heroin, substance abuse problems.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015

Jasper Valley Swim & Tennis - Amherst, NH

Red Cross Certification Class in Lifeguarding August 10-14. Students must register by August 8th. Times 1-6 p.m. Cost: $300. Location: Jasper Valley Swim and Tennis Club Pool. Requirements: Must be...

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New Hampshire to Welfare Recipients: No More Pot, Tattoos Or Smoke

The new law goes into effect in two months.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

Outdoor Discovery Summer Camp travels to Baboosic Lake to cool off this afternoon thanks to our new mini bus!

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RE/MAX INTEGRA, New England June 2015 Housing Report

The lively summer housing market is in full swing in New England.By MEGANM (Open Post) Jul 22, 20150Patch LocalStream

Amherst Town Library

If you’ve been thinking that it’s too late to sign your kids up to come and listen to Kevin Skarupa---it’s not! There is still space in tomorrow’s program! Kevin will be here at 10:00 to talk to us...

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Rubens: What the GOP Establishment Really Hates About Trump

The cheering crowds are a warning to the establishment that anger about corrupt pols, illegal aliens, and wage stagnation won’t go away.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015Patch LocalStream

Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce

NH Magazine has published it’s Top Dentists list and congratulations are in order for several of our Chamber members! Congratulations to Dr.Matthew Leighton of Clark & Leighton P.C., Dr. Drew...

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Amherst Fire Log: Alarm Activations Reported

Firefighters were sent to The Flume, Boston Post Road, and Route 101A earlier this month.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream

Souhegan High School

Creations of SHS summer school students: blue masking tape + blank wall = life size image of animal under studyhttp://t.co/EwBdc5gxyC

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Jobs in the Healthcare Field in Amherst

Anthem, Genesis Healthcare, and other employers have openings.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream

Souhegan High School

Work of SHS summer school students: blue masking tape, blank wall = life size image of animal under study studyhttp://t.co/hDOeDPSfPU

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Groton Wellness Welcomes Dr. Le Santha Naidoo, DO

Dr. of Osteopathy Joins Groton WellnessBy CHRISTINE HABERMANN (Open Post) Jul 21, 20150Patch LocalStream

Opportunity Networks

Great afternoon filled with sun, delicious food and Kona Kone of Amherst.

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How Dependent Is New Hampshire On The Federal Government?

A new study breaks it down.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream

Amherst Recreation Department

The Amherst Recreation Department is pleased to announce a camp partnership with Challenger Sports, providers of the U.S most popular Soccer/Multisport camp programs. This MultiSport camp for girls...

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NH Strangler Caught in Vermont

Richard Decelle, last week’s Fugitive of the Week, was arrested by VT State Police on Friday, according to U.S. Marshals.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 2015Patch LocalStream

Peabody Mill Environmental Center - PMEC

This week is all about Mad Science! So ecperiments abound!

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Amherst Police Log: Resident Arrested on Cruelty to Animals Charge

Plus, Merrimack teen arrested on drug charges and an accident on County Road leads to reckless operation charge.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 19, 2015Patch LocalStream

Amherst Recreation Department

The Amherst Town Band is performing on the Village a Green tomorrow night at 6:30pm as part of Amherst Recreation’s summer concert series. Don’t forget to order your picnic from Moulton’s before 3pm.

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The Week in Review: Arrests, Politics, Fire Info, and More

Some of the posts and stories last week on Amherst NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 19, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

Catching frogs at the Outdoor Discovery Summer Camp on this beautiful afternoon

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