Exeter Junior High Torn Down
It will make way for a new YMCA center.
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The old Exeter Area Junior High School building has been torn down.
Crews have been demolishing the building, located at 56 Linden St., to make way for a new YMCA center. The demolition is expected to be completed by mid-February.
The Southern District YMCA purchased the 10-acre property and plans to build a new community center with a pool, gym, and indoor track. There will also be room for child care, youth, and senior services, among other features. Town officials approved the project earlier this year.
The YMCA group is currently putting together a capital campaign to raise money for construction.
School and town officials last month held a ceremony recognizing the junior high's 45 years of existence.
Jason Claffey
8:57 am on Thursday, January 10, 2013
This comment came in from the Exeter Patch Facebook page: "Some great memories about that school...great staff, great leadership, and—in its time—an exceptional facility. Good bye old friend..." –Cheri Smith
Jason Claffey
8:58 am on Thursday, January 10, 2013
"I think the new Y will be great for Exeter!" –Audra Cohen Dickinson via Facebook
Jason Claffey
10:56 am on Thursday, January 10, 2013
"My sons went there. I would have been sadder to see it go if it had not sat there rotting all those years." –Paul Sawyer via Facebook
Joyce Patten
6:28 pm on Thursday, January 10, 2013
I had two children who went to Exeter Jr.High and carry fond memories of the teachers and other students. Their children and all members of this family young and old will have the same opportunity for good memories with the new YMCA for years to come. Can't think of a better boost to the community!