A Cardinal Stakes a Claim on a Random Birdhouse
By Larry Chase
Andover’s January Primary Election Day Runs Smoothly
Everyone involved deserves recognition and thanks
By Jon Warzocha and Lee Wells
Thank you, thank you, thank you! An election couldn’t happen without the help of so many people, all of whom deserve our recognition and thanks. Being able to use AE/MS for our polling place upends their regular routine. Parents need to find care for their children for the day. Teachers need to create special remote […]
Cemetery Trustees seeking new members
By Cheryl Swenson
Long standing members, Beth Frost and Jim Reed are retiring from their positions on the Cemetery Trustees Board. I appreciate their dedication and their work serving on this committee. Their input has been invaluable. The Trustees are seeking TWO new members to assist with overseeing the maintenance of our many cemeteries within Andover. The Cemetery […]
Area Cooks Share Recipes: Choucroute (Sauerkraut)
Famous throughout France and Germany
By Mario Ratzki
I grew up in the Northeast of France, where winters are cold and snowy. This recipe is famous throughout France and Germany. It’s called Choucroute in France, Sauerkraut in Germany. When I make it for my family, I add a second jar of kraut. Ingredients: 2 lbs. baby back pork ribs (ours are from Huntoon […]
Area Cooks Share Recipes: Linzer Cookies
The perfect blend of taste and color
By Lorna Carlisle
Cardamom Cream Cheese Linzer Cookies (from King Arthur Baking Co. ) Dough: ½ cup (92 g.) vegetable shortening 8 Tbsp. (113 g.) unsalted butter, softened 1 ½ cups (298 g.) sugar 4 oz. (113 g.) cream cheese, softened 1 large egg 1 tsp. vanilla extract ½ tsp. ground ginger ½ to 1 tsp. ground cardamom […]
Pizza Chef Staff Gathers around their Holiday Tree
By Marie Campbell
Andover Police Department Service Calls — November
By Pat Moyer, as approved by Chief Mahoney
Andover Police Department handled 182 Calls for Service during November 2023, Including: Ambulance: 2 Assist Ambulance/Rescue: 2 Assist Citizens: 3 Assist Motorist: 5 Assist Police: 4 Assist Social Services: 1 Civil Issue/Standby: 1 Dog Loose: 3 Fraud: 1 Manner of Operation: 2 Protective Order (Violation): 1 Road Rage: 1 Suspicious Person/Vehicle/Incident: 1 Traffic Offense-Citation: 4 […]
Andover Police Department Service Calls — December
By Pat Moyer, as approved by Chief Mahoney
Andover Police Department handled 203 Calls for Service during December 2023, Including: Ambulance: 3 Animal Livestock Complaint: 1 Animal Wild: 1 Assist Ambulance/Rescue: 4 Assist Citizen: 18 Assist Police: 3 Civil Stand-by: 3 Dog Loose: 2 Road Hazard/Obstruction: 9 Suspicious Person/Vehicle/Incident: 4 Traffic Offense-Citation: 8 Traffic Offense-Warning: 34 Welfare Check: 3 Arrests or Must-Appear Summons […]
Neighbors Share Favorite Recipes – Macaroon Cookies
This family favorite is easy to make
By Lorna Carlisle
Coconut Macaroons 1 pkg (14 oz) flaked coconut (I used sweetened) 2/3 cup sugar 6 tablespoons flour ¼ teaspoon salt 4 egg whites (lightly beaten) 1 teaspoon almond extract 1 pkg (8 squares) Baker’s semi-sweet baking chocolate, melted (I used dark chocolate chips) Mix coconut, sugar, flour, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in […]
Select Board Announces Resignation of Town Administrator
Kimberley Edelmann played crucial role in many areas
By Dana Swenson
On October 26, 2023, the Select Board reluctantly accepted the resignation letter of Kimberley Edelmann as the Town Administrator. During her tenure, Kimberley played a crucial role in regenerating the Town’s policies, managing its day-to-day operations, and representing the community in various capacities. Kimberley resigned for personal reasons and Andover now faces the task of […]