June 2 meeting also considers status of two lanes
Dodge Lane in East Andover, just beyond the church as you head toward Franklin, used to connect to Maple Street, offering residents a choice as to how to access Route 11. The Board of Selectmen has mailed letters to all the homeowners on Dodge Lane to see if they are in favor of re-establishing Dodge […]
Meeting on Monday, June 16, at 7:30 PM
Currently, Taunton Hill Road bridge over Mountain Brook has a “serious” substructure issue, and four other bridges have “poor” condition ratings. With very limited funds and a minimum eight-year period for State Municipal Aid, these bridges will have to be repaired using only Town funds. In addition to addressing large-scale bridge repairs, Road Agent John Thompson […]
New approach does a more thorough job
Spring has finally sprung, and the remains of winter are now visible to all of us. The Road Agent’s crew have been out sweeping the roads and trying to pick up the mess. Where we have been, the response has been very favorable. Where we have not been yet, I ask for patience; we will […]
June 3 is last day to change party affiliation before September 9 primaries
A State Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, September 9, to choose candidates for Governor, Senator, and House of Representatives. The last day to change party registration to vote in this primary is Tuesday, June 3. The Supervisors of the Checklist will be in session at the Town Hall on June 3 from 7 to […]
All Town committees, boards, etc. are invited
For a small town of almost 2,400 residents, Andover has a powerhouse of volunteers and staff that keeps the town moving. From our Fire Department to the Conservation Commission, our dedicated neighbors and friends work every day to support the town and create a comfortable, safe, and beautiful environment. It’s a rare occasion that we […]
Public invited to comment on May 3
At its work session on April 17, the Andover School Board narrowed its search to three finalists to assist in development of a plan for update of total school district facilities. This work session was open to the public within legal limits to protect the Board and taxpayers, as will be all work sessions as […]
Courtesy, careful maintenance will get us through
I am hoping that by the time you read this, mud season will be done with, and we will have unposted the roads. I wanted to take some time to explain why we do this and how mud season actually works. In the fall as the temperature drops, the road surface freezes. If there is […]
Pampered Chef party on May 2 at 5:30 PM
Andover Emergency Medical Services needs a new cardiac monitor/defibrillator. Our current LifePac-12 is more than 10 years old, has been discontinued by its manufacturer, and we’re no longer able to purchase support for this vital piece of EMS equipment. A replacement LifePac-15 with options needed to meet state requirements for a transporting agency will cost […]
$16,000 chest compression system is "priceless"
The 10th annual LRGHealthcare Red Dress Gala fundraiser for LRGHealthcare was held on February 7 in Meredith. Guests enjoyed an evening of dinner and dancing as well as silent and live auctions. Over the years, this premier fundraising event has supported the greater Lakes Region community by raising more than $402,000 for cardiac services and […]
Apply for property tax relief before June 30
Please remember to license your dog before the end of the month. A fine of $1 is levied for each month that you wait. There is also a $1 fee added to your dog’s licensing to pay for the postage we incur mailing the reminder letters. Our office will be closed on Wednesday, June 11, […]