March Coffeehouse was a Great Night!

Begins Monday, April 22, 6:30–8:30 PM
An eight-week bereavement support group sponsored by the Andover Community Church will begin on Monday, April 22, 6:30 to 8:30 PM, at The Andover Community Hub, 157 Main Street. It’s open to anyone dealing with a loss in their lives, and offers help and encouragement for participants in rebuilding their lives after the death of […]
National Volunteer Week is April 14–21
It was during a visit to the thrift shop next to AE/MS shortly after my husband and I moved to Andover that I first became acquainted with the Andover Service Club (ASC) and their long history of service to the community. Since 1958, ASC members have answered the call from neighbors in need, raised funds […]
All-time record snowstorm in 1956
The lights flicker wearily, and sleety snow raps on the kitchen window. Mom and I are eating dinner together in silence, lost in our own thoughts. I’m guessing she’s worried about my dad, driving home tonight in this yucky weather. For me, our big house feels empty and lonely with my brother, newly married now, […]
"Citizen participation in Andover is great…."
I want to thank the citizens of Andover for their attendance and support in helping lead us into operations of the Town for the coming year. Citizen participation in Andover is great, and many communities don’t have this. We are blessed here in Andover. Please get involved by signing up for a committee or volunteering. […]
There has been a great deal of activity in March, with the pace of work picking up as spring approaches. The interior wall surfaces, some plywood and some wallboard, have all been finished and painted. The main power panels are installed, and the electrification of the building’s various systems is ongoing. Exterior concrete pads were […]
The perfect cake for a spring dessert
COCONUT LAYER CAKE Bake at 350, approximately 45 minutes (rotate at 30 minutes). 2 ¾ cup flour ½ tsp salt 1 tsp. baking powder 1 ¾ cup sugar ½ tsp. baking soda 1 cup butter 4 large eggs, separated 1 cup buttermilk 1 tsp. vanilla […]
Punky Brewster is 14, beautiful, and talkative
Introducing Punky Brewster: this beautiful 14-year-old feline is looking for a quiet, loving home to retire to. She is up-to-date on her vaccines, spayed, and lovable. Punky Brewster is eagerly awaiting her forever home where she can cuddle up with her new family and bask in the warmth of companionship. She is as soft as […]
Eight or nine years young; gentle demeanor
Introducing Lolo, the delightful domestic shorthair cat who’s ready to steal your heart! At eight to nine years young, Lolo exudes charm, grace, and a whole lot of love. Lolo is eagerly awaiting her forever home where she can cuddle up with her new family and bask in the warmth of companionship. With her gentle […]
Proctor Academy’s athletic teams are poised to start their spring season as they return from Spring Break. All athletic contests are open to the public, and Proctor’s Athletic Department encourages those in the greater Andover community to drop in for a game or match. Home varsity games and matches for the month of April are […]