Welcome to Amherst, New Hampshire

A beautiful rural-suburban community that artfully combines centuries of history with 21st century innovation, making it one of the best towns in America in which to live, raise a family, and grow a business.  

The Town Clerk's office is closed as they are at the polls today. Please bring all absentee ballots to the polls before 5pm.

 

SAMPLE BALLOT FOR the 2026 LOCAL ELECTION

The Election will be held on March 10, 2026 from 6:00am - 8:00pm at Souhegan HS

2026 Election information can be found HERE

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Public Hearing Notices - Community Development

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To view the Amherst Community page on the Standard Power website, CLICK HERE

For additional information, please contact Ryan Polson at [email protected]   

 Have you checked out our Vimeo Channel to view the recent Zoom meetings of our Town Boards, Commissions and Committees? Click: HERE TO VIEW

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Public Notice: Fraudulent Emails Referencing Planning Board or Board of Adjustment Applications »

The Town has recently been informed of emails circulating that reference applications submitted to the Planning Board...

FOURTEENTH ANNUAL AMHERST CANDIDATES NIGHT 2026 »

FOURTEENTH ANNUAL AMHERST CANDIDATES NIGHT 2026

2025 Annual Town Report »

To view the 2025 Town Report, click...

FY27 Budget & Town Vote Information »

Residents are encouraged to visit the Town website for the most up-to-date information on the FY27 Budget, Warrant...