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

Amherst Weather: A Pretty Good Week Ahead

Forecasters are calling for nice, warm summer weather with a shower and thunderstorm possible this week.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 2, 2015

14 GOP Presidential Candidates Expected at #VotersFirst Forum

Republican 2016 presidential primary candidates agree to participate in St. Anselm College event; forum will be broadcast nationally.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 2, 2015

New Hampshire Destination ImagiNation (NH-DI / NHICC)

Hear ye, Hear ye...

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Nearby News: A Fatal Shooting, Crashes, Assault Arrests, and More

Plus, sobriety checkpoints, more heroin arrests, presidential selfie girls, and a missing teen was found.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 1, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

Amherst Recreation Department Newsletter: Introducing trips!http://conta.cc/1VRfJOT

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Amherst Man Arrested for DWI, Drugs in Nashua

Edward Labell, 11 others charged after New Hampshire State Police sobriety checkpoint.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 1, 2015

New Hampshire Destination ImagiNation (NH-DI / NHICC)

Oh yes... Week one starts tomorrow!

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Activists Kick Off World Breastfeeding Week at Statehouse

New Hampshire Big Latch On event part of Stand With Women campaign to secure public policy advances for women and their families.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Aug 1, 2015

Jasper Valley Swim & Tennis - Amherst, NH

Our new tennis ladder courtesy of Chris Rheault....

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Check Out Martingale Road, Other Amherst Open Houses

Let Patch and Zillow.com help you find a new home.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 31, 20150

Official Camp Young Judaea

Hey, CYJ Parents, Join in the fun! Post any of your photos or your campers’ photos!!

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Tragedy, Brotherhood, Standing Guard, and Mooning NASCAR Traffic

Another month is about to end. Here are the posts and stories that were most popular with New Hampshire Patch readers in July.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 31, 2015

New Hampshire Destination ImagiNation (NH-DI / NHICC)

Were you there last year? Will you be at CAMP GOTTALIKACHALLENGE this year?

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CDFA Issues $5.5M in Tax Credits for NH Nonprofits

Projects include affordable housing, economic development, services to low-income residents in Concord, Milford, Nashua, Salem, other towns.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 30, 2015

Official Camp Young Judaea

A beautiful end to a beautiful week at CYJ! Shabbat Shalom! #CYJ #shabbatshalom #WeLoveBaboo

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New Homes For Sale in Amherst

Patch and Zillow.com can help you find a new place to live.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 30, 2015

New Hampshire Destination ImagiNation (NH-DI / NHICC)

Two. Dos. Deux. Due. That many days left.

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Report: 591 NH Residents, 58 Lobbyists Give Most Campaign Cash

Open Democracy Index gives Granite State “failing bill of health” when it comes to “democracy” and “influence of state leaders.”By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 30, 2015

Amherst Middle School, Amherst NH

Souhegan High School Artificial Turf Field Public Forum You are invited to attend a community forum to discuss and receive input on the artificial turf field proposed for Souhegan High School....

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Amherst’s Weekend Forecast: Hottest of the Year

Check out the latest local forecast.By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff) Jul 30, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

Challenger British multi sport campers pose for a photo on their last day together. Thank you for a great week!

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Daniels: The Legislature Approved a Responsible, Balanced Budget

Chairman of the Capital Budget Committee highlights accomplishments, says governor’s budget veto was unfortunate.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 30, 2015

Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce

Today is the last day to take advantage of $50 off booth rates for the Southern NH Expo! If you haven’t booked your booth, download the reservation form athttp://www.southernnhexpo.com/expo-booth...

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River Testing: Swimming Not Recommended

Uneven E. coli counts in the Souhegan and Merrimack Rivers this week; parts of both rivers have very high bacteria counts.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 30, 2015

Amherst Town Library

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

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The Week So Far: Hot Posts on Patch

Here are some of the stories and posts this week on Amherst NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 29, 2015

Peabody Mill Environmental Center - PMEC

ARRRRRGGGGGG!!!!! Pirates!

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Two More Fugitives Are Off the Streets

Henry Devine surrendered to probation in Concord today; Jacob Brown, a two-time fugitive, was caught in Maine.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 29, 2015

Hillary Dodges Amherst Voter’s Demand for ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ on Keystone Pipeline

Bruce Blodgett pressed the 2016 presidential candidate on whether she supports the controversial pipeline.By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff) Jul 29, 2015

Amherst Republicans(@AmherstGOP)

If the ridiculous (oh, sorry was that ‘problematic’?) language guide not policy of UNH then why is it on the UNH web site? #duh #NHpolitics

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Marshals Seek Robbery, Distribution of Cocaine Base Convict

Henry Devine allegedly violated his supervised release after being convicted in 2007.ByTONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 29, 2015

Amherst Republicans(@AmherstGOP)

University: ‘American’ Is ‘Problematic’ | National Review Online -http://t.co/YttaFXkDTbarticle includes link to the guide. #NHpolitics

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Leadership Program for NH Homeless Begins Recruitment

The NH Coalition to End Homelessness has begun recruitment for its Granite Leaders program, which is set to begin in November.By NH COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS (Open Post) Jul 29, 2015

Amherst Republicans(@AmherstGOP)

.@JoshMcElveen #nhpolitics #fitn #wmur This will create another “problematic” phrase for #UNH... ‘Alumni donation’. Forget it.

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SOLD! in Amherst

The latest properties off the market from Zillow.com.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Jul 28, 2015

Amherst Junior Women’s Club

Andy’s Summer Playhouse presents: Shakespeare Re-mix Andy’s Midsummer Night’s Dream This Friday, July 31st at 7:30 p.m. Amherst Congregational Church This is a great night out with your family and...

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Feisty Turnout for Women Betrayed Rally

More than 150 attend Concord event, call for the defunding Planned Parenthood in the wake of body parts for sale video sting.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 28, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

A beautiful night for an outdoor concert. Thank you to all who came out! Next Tuesday, a puppet show at 6:00 ( different start time for a younger crowd)

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Amherst Police Log: Numerous Nashua Residents Arrested

Plus, crashes reported on Route 101; man also charged with DWI after crash on Baboosic Lake Road.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 27, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

Fans are taking their seats and enjoying a picnic from Moulton’s even as the Bel Airs set up!

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Get Hired Now and Let Patch Help

There are more than 5,500 job listings on Amherst NH Patch right now.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 27, 2015

Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce

Congrats to Fireseed Alliance and Fireseed Arts for their feature in the Boston Globe!

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Looking for a Rental in Amherst?

Here are some options.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 27, 2015

New Hampshire Destination ImagiNation (NH-DI / NHICC)

And we like it this way...

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Shrek the Musical Comes to Town!

Fun family entertainment for everyone! The classic movie come alive at the Amato CenterBy ROBIN LACROIX (Open Post) Jul 27, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

Challenger Multi Sport Camp is in full gear in Amherst. Campers are learning croquet, rugby, and ultimate frisbee, as well as some good ole fashioned softball before lunchtime!

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Vermont Man Indicted for Strangling Woman

Plus, sexual assaulter indicted on multiple charges, Nashua man indicted for sale of counterfeit drug, and alleged burglar also indicted.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 26, 2015

Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce

Congratulations to Pastiche Boutique on their 1 year Anniversary! Join them for a great anniversary party with yummy treats and drinks will be on going throughout the day and a little gift with the...

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

Some of the posts and stories last week on Amherst NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 26, 2015

Official Camp Young Judaea

Hey CYJ, it’s Night Out....just kidding, it’s Maccabiah!!!

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Official Camp Young Judaea

Did you know that CYJ offers a unique and individualized Horse Back Riding program for anyone who wants to participate? #CYJ #summer2015

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