Today is Tuesday, June 7. Here are five things you need to know: Heating up: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-80s today, with clear skies. Town Meeting: North Andover is having its annual Town Meeting today starting at 7 p.m. at North Andover Middle School. Topics such as the town budget, dog vaccinations and a proposed meals tax, among others, will be debated. Check here for stories related to Town Meeting. New Coach: North Andover has a familiar new head wrestling coach. Assistant Coach Carl Cincotta, who led the Scarlet Knights to state title victory, will permanently replace …

Today is Monday, June 6. Here are five things you need to know: Sunny Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-70s, with skies clear and sunny most of the day. Batter Up: The Scarlet Knights varsity baseball team will play against Melrose today at 4 p.m. in the playoffs. Town Meeting: North Andover's annual Town Meeting will be tomorrow night at North Andover Middle School. Check here for stories on Town Meeting articles. Cheap Gas: Prime Mart has gas at $3.61 a gallon for regular. This Day in History: In 1932, the nation's first federal gasoline tax went into effects, at a penny per …

Today is Friday, June 3. Here are five things you need to know: Put On Your Shades: Skies are expected to be clear and sunny most of the day, with temperatures in the mid-70s. Doughnuts: What goes wonderfully with nice weather? Doughnuts, of course. Doughnut Day Festival at Smolak Farms is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Smolak Farms. Documentary: Looking for some food for thought? Check out Documentary - Free Showing of "Full Signal" from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at North Parish Church. "Full Signal" examines the contradiction between health and finance. Get Connected: Would you like to get North Andover …

Today is Thursday, June 2. Here are five things you need to know: Milder Weather: Skies are expected to be clear and sunny today, with temperatures in the mid-60s. Morning Meeting: Interested in getting involved in your community? The Rotary Club of North Andover Weekly Meeting will be at 7:15 a.m. at Luci Cafe. Curb It: Don't forget to put your trash out, since trash pickup was delayed because of the holiday. Visit a Rep.: Rep. David Torrisi will hold an office hour from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. This Day in History: In 1886, President Grover Cleveland became the first president to …

Today is Wednesday, June 1. Here are five things you need to know: Stormy Potential: Temperatures are expected to be in the high-80s with thunderstorms possible. Playoffs: The Scarlet Knights girls varsity lacrosse will play against Westford in the MIAA Division 1 North First Round at 3 p.m. at North Andover High School. Parking Space Raffle: The North Andover Parent Advisory Council for Children with Special Needs is having a raffle. For a $1 donation, you could win a parking space at North Andover High School's graduation on June 10. Cheap Gas: Prime Mart has gas at $3.65 a gallon for …

Today is Tuesday, May 31. Here are five things you need to know: Now This is Spring: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-70s with sunny skies throughout the day. Sports: The Scarlet Knights girls varsity lacrosse team will play against Westford in the MIAA Division 1 North First Round at 3 p.m. at North Andover High School. Cheap Gas: Need to fill up your tank after Memorial Day travels? Prime Mart has gas at $3.65 a gallon for regular. Don't Curb It: Trash pickup is delayed a day this week because of the holiday. This Day in History: In 1884, Dr. John Harvey Kellogg patented flaked …

Today is Monday, May 30. Here are five things you need to know: Sizzler: Today is going to be a hot one, with temperatures in the upper 80s and possibility of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Parade: Today's Memorial Day Parade will start at the Common. Here is the complete parade route. Good Eats: Looking for some ideas for cookout food? Check Wendi Roy's recent recipes for inspiration. Cheap Gas: Prime Mart on Turnpike Street has gas at $3.70 a gallon for regular. This Day in History: In 1868, Memorial Day was observed for the first time throughout the United States. In 1889, the brassiere …

Today is Friday, May 27. Here are five things you need to know: Mixing it Up: A mix of sun and rain is expected throughout the day, with temperatures near 80 degrees. Sports: The Scarlet Knights girls varsity tennis will pay against Pentucket Regional at 3:30 p.m., and the girls varsity softball team will play against Danvers at 4 p.m., both at North Andover High School. Get Connected: Would you like to get North Andover news updates on your Facebook newsfeed throughout the day? Go you our Facebook page and click "like." Cheap Gas: Prime Mart has gas at $3.71 a gallon for regular. This Day in…

Today is Thursday, May 26. Here are five things you need to know: Sunny Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-70s with sun shining most of the day. Helping Pets: In the wake of the disaster that has devastated Missouri, a few local businesses are raising funds to care for the pets of those affected in Missouri. Check here for details. Sports: The Scarlet Knights girls varsity tennis team will play against North Reading at 3:30 p.m. at North Andover High School. Fundraiser Event: The Knights of Columbus will host A Night with Jim Plunkett Fundraiser for North Andover Track from 8 p.m…

Today is Wednesday, May 25. Here are five things you need to know: Here Comes the Sun: Temperatures are expected to be around 70 degrees today, and the sun is expected to be shining most of the day. Extension of Hope: NOVA SalonSpa is hosting a fundraiser to support the Helping Hands Group through the Youth Center to raise funds for the American Cancer's Relay for Life. Today and tomorrow, all day, NOVA will put in hair extension or extensions of your choice, pink or purple, for $10. Proceeds will benefit the Youth Center group that is raising money for the walk. No appointment necessary…

Today is Tuesday, May 24. Here are five things you need to know: Hot and Cloudy: Temperatures are expected to be around 80 degrees today, but the sun is expected to be hiding behind the clouds with occasional showers. Meetings: The Stevens Memorial Library Board Meeting will be at 4:30 p.m. at the Stevens Memorial Library. Sports: The Scarlet Knights girls tennis team will play today at North Andover High School. Track: The girls track team won the Cape Ann League Title this past weekend. Check out a Patch video on it later today. This Day in History: In 1878, America's first bicycle race was…

Today is Monday, May 23. Here are five things you need to know: Storms Possible: Temperatures are expected to be in the 60s today with thunderstorms possible. Sheep: The Sheep Shearing Festival went off without a hitch and drew pretty big crowds despite the damp cloudy weather. Check back later for photos. Meetings: The School Building Committee Meeting will be at 5:30 p.m. at Kittredge Elementary School. The Board of Selectmen Meeting will be at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall. Get Connected: Would you like to get North Andover news updates on your Facebook newsfeed throughout the day? Go you our …

Today is Friday, May 20. Here are five things you need to know: Clearing Possible: There is still a chance of rain today, but skies may clear up a little in the afternoon with temperatures in the lower 60s. Sports: The girls varsity and JV softball teams will play against Triton Regional at 3:45 p.m. at North Andover High School. Sheep: Counting sheep isn't just for night. Don't miss the North Andover Sheep Shearing Festival this weekend. Cheap Gas: Prime Mart has gas at $3.81 a gallon for regular. This Day in History: In 1775, North Carolina became the first colony to declare its …

Today is Thursday, May 19. Here are five things you need to know: The Rain Continues: More rain is expected today, with temperatures in the 50s. Watch out for large puddles and potential flooding, especially in flood-vulnerable parts of town like Route 114 near Lawrence and Route 125 near Bradford. Sports: If the games are not rained out, the girls' varsity tennis team will play against Manchester at 3:30 p.m., and the girls' varsity and JV softball teams will play against Georgetown at 3:45 p.m., both at North Andover High School. Meetings: The Commission on Disability Issues Meeting will be…

Today is Wednesday, May 18. Here are five things you need to know: More Rain: The wet and cloudy weather pattern will continue today, with showers throughout the day and temperatures in the 50s. Sports: If sporting events are not rained out, the girls varsity tennis team will play against North Reading at 3:30 p.m., and the girls varsity lacrosse team will take on Pinkerton at 4 p.m., both at North Andover High School. Meetings: The Conservation Commission Meeting will be at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. The Merrimack Valley Tea Party will hold its monthly meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. at the VFW, 32 Park …

Today is Tuesday, May 17. Here are five things you need to know: Rain Drops Falling on Our Heads: Keep that umbrella handy and watch out for those big puddles. The rain will continue today, with temperatures in the mid-50s. NAHS Sports: If games aren't rained out, the girls varsity tennis team will play against Triton Regional at 3:30 p.m., and the boys varsity and JV baseball teams will play against Wilmington at 3:45 p.m. at North Andover High School. Parking Space Raffle: The North Andover Parent Advisory Council for Children with Special Needs is having a raffle. For a $1 donation, you …

Today is Monday, May 16. Here are five things you need to know: Rain, Rain, Rain: Break out that umbrella and watch for those puddles. Today is expected to be a rainy one, with showers throughout the day and temperatures in the 60s. Home Buying: The YMCA in Methuen is hosting a First Time Homebuyer Seminar from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 129 Haverhill St., Methuen. Meetings: The Finance Committee Meeting will be at 6:45 p.m., and the Planning Board Meeting will be at 7 p.m., both at Town Hall. Fundraiser: Bill Tompkins of Tompkins Landscaping is having a daily fundraiser to benefit the New England …

Today is Friday, May 13. Here are five things you need to know: Sunny Friday: Temperatures are expected to be in the 60s throughout the day with mostly sunny skies. Fitness: It's National Women's Health Week, and Fitness Together is giving away free assessment and three personal training sessions. For the kids, the Champion Factory is having Open Gym from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Fundraiser: Bill Tompkins of Tompkins Landscaping is having a daily fundraiser to benefit the New England Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. For $30 you can get a ticket to a Lowell Spinners game and …

Today is Thursday, May 12. Here are five things you need to know: Spring is Back: Temperatures are expected to be in the 60s with more sun shining than yesterday. For Parents: The Kittredge School Council PTO Meeting will be tonight at 7 p.m. at Kittredge Elementary School. For Kids: The Youth Center High School Fitness Meeting will be from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at North Andover Youth & Recreation. For Pets: Patch recently featured a new pet food/supply store in town called Ciao! Bow Wow. Check it out. This Day in History: In 1943, Axis forces in North Africa surrendered during World War II. In …

Today is Wednesday, May 11. Here are five things you need to know: More of the Same: Temperatures are expected to be in the 60s today with showers possible. Sports: Weather permitting, the Scarlet Knights boys varsity tennis team will play against Hamilton Wenham at 4:30 p.m. at North Andover High School. History: The North Andover Historical Society will present "Andover Families and the American Revolution" at 7 p.m. at 1453 Academy Road. Local researcher Kim Whitworth will detail Andover's connection to the American Revolution. The Good Life: The Andover/North Andover YMCA is having a new …