Lady is a 2-year-old American Staffordshire terrier mix and ready for a new home.

WINDHAM — It’s a birthday like no other for area communities once calling their land “Nutfield” and Windham is one of the originals.

Bianca is ready for a forever home.

It was a special time to remember, honor and pay respects to the fallen as communities honored Memorial Day.

Polo is waiting for a new forever home.

DERRY — They are some of the most caring and devoted volunteers who work to make the community better.

Chippy wants to be your one and only.

It's a sampling of spring and there is plenty to do to enjoy the season.

Carpenter is a young dog needing a new home.

DERRY — The town jumped on the annual Kentucky Derby tradition last Saturday, hosting its first Downtown Derby Day and offering visitors and residents a chance to enjoy many activities along Broadway and beyond.

Bo is a fluffy gray and white cat needing a new home.

It's time for spring cleaning, backyard fun and gardening. Readers took a recent challenge and sent in some of their favorite shots of the season for this week's reader-submitted photo page.

Booshka is a curly white miniature poodle mix needing a new home.

DERRY — A local elementary school took on an event with a big dinosaur theme last week, all to promote literacy and to support the library.

Quincey and Mish are brothers who stick together.

Ask Elizabeth Stuart Design founder Muffie Faith about how to decorate around a backyard pool, and she’ll answer you with a question of her own: How are you going to use it?

Herbs are among the most useful plants in nature. They can tantalize the taste buds; help cure what ails you; oil the body; perfume the air; and attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.

Pergolas have been part of home gardens for a long time, but they’re getting some modern upgrades because of trends toward backyard sanctuaries and entertaining.

Espresso is a young, active boy looking for a new home.

DERRY — It was a day filled with ideas, creative energy and a lot of support from industry professionals who know how to pen a good story.

Carpenter is a young dog needing a new home.

Pretty Lexie is hoping for a forever home.

DERRY — Gilbert H. Hood Middle School and the Keynotes present “Legally Blonde Jr.” on stage at the school gymnasium on Friday, March 29, at 7 p.m. and again Saturday, March 30, 1 and 7 p.m.

Brady is a young, happy boy who just arrived from Florida to find a new home up north.

DERRY — It's a spring musical tradition and this year's offering will bring a classic show to the Stockbridge Theatre stage at Pinkerton Academy.

Some seasonal snowy shots, peaceful scenes or happy times spent building the perfect snowman — all made for some great reader-submitted photos for this week's Life and Times page.

Chloe needs a home.

DERRY — He's a favorite at Highland festivals and other Celtic celebrations, known for his deep baritone voice and varied musical styles.

DERRY — Area senior citizens were cutting the rug, twisting and turning, and jitterbugging all over the dance floor at Gilbert H. Hood Middle School last Friday afternoon.

DERRY — Young artists from all over the state had their work on display during the New Hampshire PTA Reflections exhibit held March 6 at Gilbert H. Hood Middle School.

Carmella needs a home.

DERRY — This library had something for everyone during school vacation week.

Ralphie is a young boy ready for a new home.

WINDHAM —  The Windham Community Bands — Concert Band, Swing Band, and Flute Ensemble — announce the 21st annual “Evening of Music” fundraiser.

LONDONDERRY — After classes end, the learning continues

DERRY — Soup's on once again for the annual Potter's Bowl fundraiser to benefit Community Caregivers of Greater Derry.