Freezing Cold Takes Hold

Bundle up and keep warm: While Amherst dodged a snow storm on Wednesday, town residents will not be able to escape from the bitterly cold temperatures that will dip below zero overnight and struggle to stay above zero degrees during the day.

School and town filing periods open: The filing periods for School Board and town candidates officially opened on Wednesday and will continue through Jan. 31 at 5 p.m.

Fatal hit and run driver due back in court: Travis Hobbs, 20, of Mont Vernon, who is charged with killing retired Amherst Fire Chief John Bachman after police say he struck him with his car on Dec. 23, had his probable cause hearing continued until Feb. 13.

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.

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. 25 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Milford Town Hall Auditorium on the Oval. For more information, call 603-345-0860.