Donation drop-off November 29 through December 20
For the fifth year, The Andover Community Hub will launch a community-wide effort to help Andover residents who may be financially struggling this holiday season and throughout the winter. Beginning on Friday, November 29, and continuing to Friday, December 20, members of the community are encouraged to drop off donations in the form of gift […]
On Wednesday, November 13, at 10 AM, at the Grange Hall in East Andover, Heather Capraro and Brian Lamontagne, from Franklin Savings Bank, will present an eye-opening seminar on the latest frauds and scams that could affect you and your finances. They will cover: AI-powered deep fakes, bogus fraud detection/bank impersonation, student loan scams, and […]
Informal circle meeting on Tuesday, November 12, at 6:30 PM
The highlight of the October 3 Kick Off meeting for the Friends of the Andover Libraries was an informative presentation from our Library Director, Michaela Hoover. Michaela’s enthusiasm and creativity were evident as she spoke about the current and upcoming programs planned for different age groups. It became clear how the Friends could enhance the […]
Ten local artists featured
The Andover Thrift & Gift Shop welcomes 10 local artisans to the shop this holiday season. These local artists have created a fabulous array of items for everyone on your gift list, as well as beautiful décor to welcome in the holidays. The shop will be bustling with holiday spirit this season. Please stop by […]
A new home for Andover's Concord Coach is planned
Imagine you’re at Andover’s Potter Place Railroad Station in the late 1800s. It’s between train arrivals and, although there’s activity in the station, it’s a quiet moment outside. Then, you hear the clop, clop of a team of horses coming into the village. Soon you’re able to see that it’s the Concord Coach approaching the […]
Fall Festival was held in conjunction with Andover Public Library
During Fire Prevention Week, held the second week in October every year, we were busy at the Andover Fire Department. Members of AFD and EMS welcomed classes from AE/MS into the station to show them around and share important safety facts. The following day, we hosted a touch-a-truck at Fall Festival, in conjunction with the […]
Changes in service times and help for hurricane victims
Fall is the beautiful season we enjoy before the advent of winter. However, let’s not go to winter just yet — we all have plenty to get done to prepare for the cold and ice as we pray for a “second summer”! During these days, we think of our fellow Americans in the southeastern states […]
He reflects on 20 years of leadership
Alex Bernhard, a founder of the Friends of the Northern Rail Trail (FNRT) in Merrimack County, is stepping down from the FNRT Board of Directors this year. In honor of his work and contributions to the Trail, we talked with him and share his reflections here. This interview was edited for clarity. 1. What started […]
Thursday, November 7, at 10:15 AM
Don Sieburg, recently hired as Andover’s Town Administrator, will join interested residents for an informal coffee and conversation hour at The Andover Community Hub, on Thursday, November 7, at 10:15 AM, as part of the Coffee with the Chief series. This is an opportunity for Administrator Sieburg to introduce himself to local residents, as well […]