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🌱 Patch AM: Why Amherst ranks among New Hampshire’s most peaceful small towns

Make time for The Craftworkers' Guild Harvest Shop on the Amherst Patch calendar

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Greetings Amherst! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Amherst ranks among New Hampshire's most peaceful small towns

Also on today's calendar: The Craftworkers' Guild Harvest Shop and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Breezy and cooler with rain, with a high of 63 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Sunday: Windy and cool with rain, temps: high: 59, low: 55.
  • Monday: Cool with rain, with a high of 57 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 11 Incredibly Peaceful Small Towns In New Hampshire That Are Perfect For A Quiet Life (takingthekids.com) — Amherst earns a spotlight as one of New Hampshire's most peaceful small towns, praised for its historic town common, preserved farms, and relaxed pace despite a population around 11,000. The piece highlights Ponemah Bog's boardwalk, a homegrown arts scene, and strong local schools, positioning Amherst as an appealing place for families seeking quiet, beauty, and community.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Merrimack

  • Partner disputes report that driver was uninjured after truck plunged into Merrimack River (wmur.com)
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Milford

  • Fatal Nashua fire revives questions about earlier arson case (wmur.com)

Ok Amherst! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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