Proposed storage units rejected
BRADFORD—The Bradford Planning Commission has rejected an application by a Nevada company to build 40,000 square feet of self-storage units on a vacant parcel on the Lower Plain adjacent to existing units. It is the second time in the last two years that a proposed development on the property failed to clear a regulatory hurdle.
Six decades of giving back to community by Vershire couple
VERSHIRE—Never mind the sweltering heat, Lorna Garrow was not deterred. Darting out the back door, she asked, “You want to see my quilting studio?” “This used to be my barn for Uno, my horse. But now it’s where I do my quilting.” Age is not slowing 85-year-old Lorna down one bit. Lorna and Steve Garrow […]
Fire was just latest flare in simmering dispute
WELLS RIVER—More than two weeks after a fire devastated an historic school building, it remains to be seen whether the old school will ever be restored. But it is clear that there are a lot of hurdles to overcome. The flames which burned in the historic schoolhouse in Wells River on July 18 may be […]
Piermont man faces kidnapping charge
NORTH HAVERHILL—A Piermont man is facing kidnapping, assault, and weapons charges as a result of an incident in May at his Knapp Road home. The Grafton Cou
Photo of the Week
Thetford Academy hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov.19 to celebrate the installation of a new wheelchair lift installed this summer. Pictured (from left to right) are Pril Hall, trustee of Thetford’s Farm Trust; Jane Francisco, representing the Frances Barrows Fund; Beckie Gray, class of 1959; John Brown, director of buildings and grounds; Barbara Smith, class of 1958; Carrie Brennan, Head of School; Patty McIlvaine, Director of Advancement; and Caleb Crossett, class of 2025.
