Longfellow's Return Accompanied by Much 'Pump and Circumstance'

Jackson, NH – The story had a happy ending today when Longfellow, Jackson’s Most Celebrated Pumpkin, returned home amidst much fanfare, pump and circumstance. Longfellow’s disappearance created a national stir when his whereabouts were unknown for more than a week.
“We had no idea where he was,” said a visibly relieved Cathi Belcher as she hugged the vegetal celebrity. “We’ve all been super busy this summer and for a moment, I thought he might have “pulled the emergency chute” to made a hasty and unauthorized exit away from the summer hustle and bustle of our village. I might have been tempted to join him if he had. Fortunately, he was on a personal mission, and we are all welcoming him back with open arms.”

Amidst a police escort and a brass band playing “For He’s a Jolly Good LongFellow”, the Lodge opened their doors to the entire community with good food, ‘fellow’ship and good cheer. “The Return of the Pumpkin People” can officially begin … their unofficial Mayor has returned,” Chamber of Produce Director Kathleen M. said as part of her welcome home speech. “We salute our local hero.”