Arrests in Amherst, Politics, Rec Notes, PTA Info, and More

Educators Back Clinton in Presidential Primary Race

National Education Association follows the NH chapter and backs former Secretary of State, Senator, and First Lady.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Oct 4, 2015

Nearby News: Teens in Trouble, Drug Dealer Arrests, and UFO Lights in the Sky

Plus, an amazing eclipse, bank robbers and burglars, fatal crashes, school custodians fired, and Hurricane Joaquin information.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Oct 3, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

A fun day spent with great folks and gorgeous weather along the hobo railroad this afternoon

Alleged Drunk Driver Crashes Into Trees, House

State Police arrest suspended driver Jesse Baldinelli after his Chevy Cobalt careens into a western New Hampshire home.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Oct 3, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

A beautiful day in Lincoln NH as we get ready to board our scenic foliage train ride

Amherst Junior Women’s Club

Thank you to Alison Batey, Lisa Coulton, Susanne Lynch, Jayne Savage and...drum roll....Terri Behm’s wonderful husband, Ken for cleaning and organizing our storage unit this morning. We did it all...

Amherst Junior Women’s Club

THANK YOU to the ladies and our honorary gentleman Junior who came to help clean out our storage unit today! It looks fantastic and now we can find everything we need! THANK YOU!

Amherst Dealer Arrested Again in Nashua

Andrew Lavoie was charged with three counts of selling heroin following an “extensive” investigation.By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff) Oct 2, 2015

Amherst Town Library

News from the Amherst Town Libary

The High School Football Scoreboard on NH Patch

Get the latest up-to-the-minute scores online in real time for Oct. 2, 2015, week #5 for most teams.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Oct 2, 2015

Official Camp Young Judaea

Want to learn S’MORE about CYJ? Join us on October 18th for this great event!

Check Out Open Houses in Amherst

Even though it’s autumn, there are still cool homes to see this weekend.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Oct 2, 2015

Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce

Yum! Doesn’t this sound delish? Tomorrow is Farmer’s Market day!

Looking for Work in Amherst?

Amherst NH Patch has more than 4,600 employment listings online.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Oct 2, 2015

QED Foundation

Education Reimagined - a national movement for student-centered learning.

NH Young Dems: On College Debt, Ayotte’s Record Fails

Group’s board: Ayotte has voted, “with excruciating regularity, to make college more expensive for New Hampshire students, families.”By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Oct 2, 2015

New Hampshire Destination ImagiNation (NH-DI / NHICC)

You Know You’re A DI Kid When… - from the Destination Imagination blog..

New Houses, Condos For Sale in Amherst

Let Patch and Zillow.com help you find a new home to live in.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Oct 1, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

There are 7 spots left in our 4 week Trail Running 101 class. Come try something new again!http://amherstrec.org/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=28706

Murky, Chilly Weekend Weather Coming

And all eyes are on whether or not Hurricane Joaquin hits New Hampshire next week.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Oct 1, 2015

Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce

TONIGHT! Tickets still available.http://conta.cc/1QTt8SL=

NH Democrats, Indies: More Debates Now

More than 80 leaders across the Granite State have created New Hampshire Debates to take retribution threats by the DNC.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Oct 1, 2015

Amherst PTA

Meadow Farms fundraising ends Tuesday, October 6! Does your middle schooler know about our fun prizes? We’ll be raffling off a FitBit for one lucky student at AMS. Any student who sells one or more...

Hurricane Joaquin Upgraded to a Category 4

The storm continues to intensify and forecasters say if you live anywhere from South Carolina to Northern New England, pay attention.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Oct 1, 2015

Amherst School Notes, Arrests, and More

Hurricane prep, pipeline info, business notes, corruption fighter awarded, and new energy CEO named.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Sep 30, 2015

NH’s No. 1, UFOs, Tragic Deaths and Crashes, Arrests, and More

In September 2015, NH Patch had its best audience month yet – more than 1.12M page views. Here are the top stories of the month.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Sep 30, 2015

Marshals Seek Fugitive ... Again

Jeffrey Nickerson, a convicted sexual assaulter, is wanted for failure to appear on probation violations for burglary, theft of a vehicle.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Sep 30, 2015

Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce

Last night was a terrific night at the Best of Souhegan Awards! Over 200 local businesses were voted “The Best” by the readers of the The Cabinet Press and were recognized last night. Many thanks...

Officials: Monitor Hurricane Joaquin as It Heads North

The National Weather Service is advising everyone on the East Coast, including New Hampshire, to keep an eye on the storm.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Sep 30, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

Just imagine if all of this rain we are getting was snow. Hopefully in a couple of months it will be. The Amherst Recreation Department wants you to be ready and also save at the same time. If you...

Hampshire FC / Amherst Soccer Club

All practices cancelled for Wednesday 9/30 due to weather. Stay dry!

Amherst Middle School, Amherst NH

Rainy Day Updates: Flag football, intramural basketball, boys and girls A and B soccer games and practices, and the cross country meet and cross country practice are cancelled for today. Girls...

Swain Named President of Liberty Utilities in NH

Swain has more than 35 years of successful experience in the energy industry.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Sep 30, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

The Recreation fields are closed today, Wednesday September 30th. A great day to catch up on all those indoor things!

Amherst Woman Wins Anti-Corruption Award

Attorney Tiani Coleman was feted in New York City recently.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Sep 30, 2015

Amherst Middle School, Amherst NH

STEAM Club with Mrs. Farrington meets Tuesdays after school in room 203. Topics change weekly...this week’s topic was Marble Mania!

Boston Post Road Sells for $280K

Here’s the latest information from Zillow.com about houses that have sold recently in Amherst.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Sep 29, 2015

Amherst NH Police Communications

Southern NH is in a Flood Watch until later this afternoon with several hours of heavy rain still expected. Be aware of ponding, and puddles on the roadways.

Amherst Woman Travels to Nation’s Capital to Urge Federal Lawmakers to Make Cancer a Top Priority

Amy Chapman Joins Hundreds of Advocates from Every State in Asking Congress to Support Critical Cancer PoliciesBy AMBER HERTING (Open Post) Sep 29, 2015

Amherst PTA

We are excited to announce the return of the Amherst PTA Online Auction! The Auction itself will begin on Black Friday, November 27th and run through Friday, December 4th. Planning is underway and...

Order Greeting Cards for a Cause and Give an Abused or Neglected Child a Voice

CASA of New Hampshire’s annual greeting card fundraiser features art by Amherst’s Kevin Dadoly.By CASA OF NEW HAMPSHIRE (Open Post)Sep 29, 2015

New Hampshire Destination ImagiNation (NH-DI / NHICC)

Oh yes you are!

Heavy Rain Coming to NH

A flood watch was issued Tuesday through Thursday, possible power outages and two to four inches of rain are expected.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Sep 29, 2015

Amherst Recreation Department

There’s magic in the air....Fairy pumpkin magic. Be inspired & guided by Miss Sierra to make Fall Fairy Pumpkin Houses. This once-a-year special event is not to be missed for ages 5 and up! More...

Find a Home, Apartment to Rent in Amherst

Let Zillow.com and Patch find you a new place to live.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Sep 28, 20150Patch LocalStream

Amherst Recreation Department

Missed the last Basket-Making workshop with Ray Lagasse? No worries, we have you covered. Amherst Recreation will be offering a second workshop on November 7, 2015. Participants can choose to make...

Poll: Voters Disgusted with Political Spending, Corruption

NH Rebellion: 80 percent of GOP, 83 percent of Dems disagree that “corporations and unions may spend unlimited amounts on political causes.”By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Sep 28, 2015Patch LocalStream

New Hampshire Destination ImagiNation (NH-DI / NHICC)

It was great seeing NASA at Global Finals!

It’s Pumpkin Pickin’ Time at Charmingfare Farm!

Charmingfare Farm ‘s Pumpkin Festival has become a family favorite event in New Hampshire!By CHARMINGFARE FARM (Open Post) Sep 29, 2015

Free Flu Shot Clinic

Tuesday, October 6 3:30-5:30 pmBy VICTORIA WISNER (Open Post) Sep 28, 2015

Annual Fall Rummage Sale Yard Sale Oct 2nd-3rd

Milford First Congregational Church will hold its annual Fall rummage sale on Friday, October 2nd and on Saturday October 3rd.By JANELL GEORGE (Star Patcher) Sep 28, 2015

College to Host Pipeline Public Scoping Meeting

Residents are invited to voice opinions regarding Kinder Morgan’s proposed Northeast Energy Direct pipeline at Franklin Pierce on Sept. 29.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Sep 28, 2015

Alleged Drug Dealers, Sexual Assaulters Indicted

Plus, Mass. man indicted for nearly crashing stolen car into another car, a Hudson man is indicted for DWI, and $1,500 in sunglasses stolen.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff)Sep 27, 2015

Amherst Crime, Fire, Politics, School Notes, and More

The Week in Review: Some of the posts and stories on Amherst NH Patch last week.ByTONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Sep 27, 2015