Cartoon: Primetime Pomeroy
By William F. Pomeroy
Readers Share Recipes: Financiers
A small, traditional French almond cake
By Louise Nylander
Financiers are a small, traditional French almond cake dating back to the 17th century. Originally named Visitandines, after an order of nuns who originally created the cakes, they were renamed financiers by a Parisian chef named Lasne around 1890. Lasne, who owned a bakery in the financial district of Paris, began baking the cakes in […]
March Crossword Puzzle Fun
By William F. Pomeroy and Louise Nylander
Plans Underway for 2025 Independence Day Celebration
Parade theme is "Sports in the USA"
Press release
ANDOVER — We took a couple of months to catch our breath, but now the Andover Fourth of July Committee has begun planning the 2025 Independence Day celebration. Donna Smith is preparing to send out parade registration forms for key parade participants (think Leapin’ Lena, etc.), as well as getting the word out about the […]
Andover Police Department Service Calls — January
By Patricia Moyer, as approved by Chief Mahoney
ANDOVER — Andover Police Department handled 176 Calls for Service during January 2025 including: Assist Citizen: 3 Civil Issue/Stand-by: 2 Dog Bite: 1 Harassing Communication: 1 Parking Violation: 1 Road Hazard/Construction: 3 School Walk Through: 5 Sexual Assault: 1 Suspicious Person/Vehicle/Incident: 5 Traffic Accident: 4 Traffic Offense/Citation: 4 Traffic Offense/Warning: 12 Warrant—Criminal/Civil: 1 Welfare […]
School Board Shares Important Budget Information
Top priority is providing excellent education
Press release
ANDOVER — The Andover School Board would like to share important information about our school budget for the coming year. Our top priority is providing excellent education for all our students while being fiscally responsible with your tax dollars. We’re committed to meeting all state and federal requirements, including transportation for every student and support […]
Andover Police Service Call—- December
By Patricia Moyer, as approved by Chief Mahoney
The Andover Police Department handled 204 Calls for Service during December 2024, including: Animal, Wild: 1 Assist Ambulance/Rescue: 6 Assist Motorist: 4 Assist Social Service Agencies: 2 Civil Issue/Stand-by: 3 Manner of Operation: 4 Neighborhood Dispute: 1 Road Hazard/Obstruction: 3 Suspicious Person/Vehicle/Incident: 5 Traffic Accident: 2 Traffic Offense, Citation: 2 Traffic Offense, Warning: 27 Welfare […]
Andover Citizens Consider a New Camping Ordinance
Town Meeting will be held March 11, 2025
Press release
ANDOVER — Andover citizens will be able to vote to approve a new Camping Ordinance at Town Meeting on March 11, 2025. The intent of the new Camping Ordinance is to describe an opportunity for noncommercial recreational use of a property, while maintaining the health and safety of residents and the community. The Town allows […]
How to Understand Land Use Boards and Their Roles
These boards shape the Andover Community
By Donna Duclos
In Andover, we rely on three key land use boards to guide our town’s growth and protect its character: the Planning Board, the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA), and the Conservation Commission. Each plays a vital role in ensuring that development aligns with our community’s values and regulatory framework. The Planning Board: Shaping the Future […]
Select Boards Enact Voters’ Town Meeting Decisions
Understanding the role of select boards in the state
By Donna Duclos
ANDOVER — In New Hampshire, town meetings serve as a form of direct democracy, allowing residents to participate directly in the decision-making process regarding local affairs (RSA 31:1). Held annually, the Town Meeting provides registered voters the opportunity to discuss, deliberate, and vote on a wide range of Town matters — such as budgets, ordinances, […]