How Much Snow Will Amherst Get?

Major snow storm on the way: Amherst residents should get ready to dig out of another big snow storm that could leave anywhere from 8- to 12 inches of snow in its wake by the time it winds down on Friday morning, according to the National Weather Service. Be sure to stay with Amherst Patch to get the latest information about closings and road conditions.

No Texting and Driving pledge drive underway: Fire Chief Mark Boynton has launched a pledge driving asking members of the public to not text and drive following the death of retired fire chief John Bachman on Dec. 23.

Fatal hit and run driver due back in court: Travis Hobbs, 20, of Mont Vernon, who is charged with negligent homicide after police say he struck and killed John Bachman with his car is scheduled to return to Nashua District Court for a probable cause hearing on Monday, Jan. 6. Stay with Amherst Patch to get the latest information about this case as it proceeds.

School kids still off: Amherst schoolchildren will not be affected by the snow storm that is rolling in today because they are not scheduled to return to class until Monday, Jan. 6.

Indoor farmers market. The Indoor Milford Farmers Market is up and running for the winter and spring and will be open twice a month until late April. Love Farmers Markets and miss them during the winter? This is your solution! Find meats, fish, eggs, dairy, fresh produce, soups, a variety of baked goods, and much more. Visit the market's website for loads of information including the upcoming schedule, confirmed vendors, upcoming musical guests and more. This week's market is Saturday, Jan. 4 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Milford Town Hall Auditorium on the Oval. For more information, call 603-345-0860.