Winter storm pounds town: The first winter snow storm of 2014 continues to fall in Amherst. Fortunately, the Amherst school kids do not have to go back to class until Monday, Jan. 6. Be sure to follow the Amherst Winter Storm Center to get the latest information about cancellations, closings and road conditions.
Winter Carnival set: The Amherst Board of Selectmen recently voted to hold the town's Winter Carnival on Sunday, Feb. 9 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Middle Road.
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.
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.
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