Today is Friday, Feb. 22. Here are five things you need to know. Cloudy: Temperatures are expected to be in the high 30s most of the day, with cloudy skies in the afternoon. Snow: We're expected to get snow this weekend, so you may want to start stocking up now. Scam: National Grid is warning residents about a scam, so watch out. Kindness: See any random acts of kindness in North Andover? Let us know. This Day in History: In 1819, Spain gave Florida to the United States. In 1885, the Washington Monument was officially dedicated in Washington, D.C. In 1924, the first presidential radio …

Today is Thursday, Feb. 21. Here are five things you need to know. Cold: Temperatures are expected to be in the low 30s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Meeting: The Merrimack Valley Planning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. at 160 Main St. Vacation: The kids are on vacation this week, and here are a few ideas for things to do. Snow: We're expected to get snow this weekend, so you may want to start stocking up now. This Day in History: In 1848, Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels published the Communist Manifesto. In 1925, the first issue of "The New Yorker" was published. In 1965, Malcolm X…

Today is Wednesday, Feb. 20. Here are five things you need to know. Cooler: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-30s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Pet Food Fun: Ciao! Bow Wow will host a special event for kids today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lisa from The Honest Kitchen will show kids how to make fresh food for their dog and/or cat. Kids will mix it up there and take it home the "free lunch" for their pets. Vacation: The kids are on vacation this week, and here are a few ideas for things to do. Trash: Trash pick-up is delayed one day due to the holiday. This Day in History: In …

Today is Tuesday, Feb. 19. Here are five things you need to know. Rain: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-40s most of the day, with rain throughout the day as well. Meeting: The Planning Board will meet at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. Trash: Trash pick-up is delayed one day due to the holiday. Newsletters: Want your news in your inbox each morning? Sign up for the North Andover Patch newsletter. This Day in History: In 1878, Thomas Edison patented the phonograph. In 1945, U.S. Marines landed on Iwo Jima during World War II. In 1959, Cyprus was granted its independence. In 1985, Coca-Cola Co…

Today is Friday, Feb. 15. Here are five things you need to know. Warm Day: Temperatures are expected to be around 50 degrees most of the day, with clear some clouds in the afternoon. Valentine's: The North Andover Police Department is conducting a survey of public opinion on their Facebook page. Meeting: Walk For Hunger is looking for volunteers. Newsletters: Want your news in your inbox each morning? Sign up for the North Andover Patch newsletter. This Day in History: In 1898, the USS Maine exploded and sank in Havana Harbor. In 1933, President-elect Franklin Roosevelt escaped an assination …

Today is Thursday, Feb. 14. Here are five things you need to know. Warmer: Temperatures are expected to be in the high 40s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Valentine's: Here are some last-minute gift ideas.. Meeting: Community Preservation Committee will meet at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. Love stories: Share your favorite Valentine's Day memories. This Day in History: In 1849, the first photograph was taken of a U.S. President while in office, and it was of President James Polk. In 1876, Alexander Graham Bell filed an application for a patent for the telephone. In 1929, several of Al Capone…

Today is Wednesday, Feb. 13. Here are five things you need to know. Sunny: Temperatures are expected to be in the low 40s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Meeting: The School Committee will meet at 6 p.m. in the North Andover High School library. Bradstreet: Here are more details about the Bradstreet School proposal. Valentine's: Here are some last-minute gift ideas. This Day in History: In 1635, the Boston Public Latin School was established. In 2000, the day after Charles Schulz died, his last original Sunday "Peanuts" comic strip appeared in newspapers. To find more things to do …

Today is Tuesday, Feb. 12. Here are five things you need to know. Warm: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-40s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Meeting: The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall. Show Us: Make sure to upload your snow photos. Vents: Make sure your outside vents are clear so you don't get carbon monoxide build-up in your home. This Day in History: In 1879, the nation's first artificial ice rink opened at Madison Square Garden in New York City. In 1892, President Abraham Lincoln's birthday was made a national holiday. In 1915,  the …

Today is Monday, Feb. 11. Here are five things you need to know. Rain: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-40s most of the day, with rain showers in the afternoon. Meeting: The Board of Selectmen will meet at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. Roof: Make sure you clear the snow off your roof, since snow absorbs rain and could cause roof collapse. Vents: Make sure your outside vents are clear so you don't get carbon monoxide build-up in your home. Show Us: Also, make sure to upload your snow photos.  To find more things to do today, check out our event listings.

Today is Thursday, Feb. 7. Here are five things you need to know. Blizzard: North Andover is expected to have a blizzard today and tomorrow, and forecasts are calling it "historic." No School: Schools are closed today. Valentine's: Make sure to check our Storm Center throughout the storm. Raff News: Gov. Patrick has asked that everyone be off the roads by noon. Trains Stopping: The MBTA has announced that all service will stop at 3:30 p.m. today. To find more things to do today, check out our event listings.

Today is Thursday, Feb. 7. Here are five things you need to know. Sunny and Cold: Temperatures are expected to be around 20 degrees most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Meeting: The School Committee will meet at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. Valentine's: Local businesses, share your Valentine's Day specials on Patch. Raff News: Word has it Coach John Rafferty is back at the high school. Check back for updates. This Day in History: In 1795, the 11th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified. In 1940, "Pinocchio" premiered in Manhattan.I n 1962, the government banned all Cuban imports. To find more…

Today is Wednesday, Feb. 6. Here are five things you need to know. Rain and Snow: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-30s most of the day, with chance of rain and snow. Meeting: The Affordable Housing Trust will meet at 8 a.m. at Town Hall. Valentine's: Local businesses, share your Valentine's Day specials on Patch. Election: A familiar face has entered the special Senate race. This Day in History: In 1778, France officially recognized the United States. In 1788, Massachusetts became the sixth state to ratify the United States Constitution. In 1933, the 20th Amendment to the …

Today is Tuesday, Feb. 5. Here are five things you need to know. Cold and Sunny: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-20s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Valentine's: Local businesses, share your Valentine's Day specials on Patch. Yum: Barbara O'Neill won the Rolf's Annual Chili Cook-Off this past weekend. Check out the video here. Blogging: Interested in having a blog on Patch? Email Bryan.McGonigle@patch.com. This Day in History: In 1846, "The Oregon Spectator" became the first newspaper published on the Pacific Coast. In 1937, President Franklin Roosevelt proposed adding …

The following are excepts from the North Andover Police log. Thursday, Feb. 1 At 7:19 a.m., North Andover High School officials reported a smell of gas in the building. It turned out to be valves in a science lab left open. At 10:11 a.m., police stopped a vehicle on Osgood Street and arrested Orlando Garcia, 31, of 25 Butler St. Apt. 5, Lawrence, for operating after revocation and three court warrants. Friday, Feb. 2 At 12:30 p.m., a caller on Prescott Street reported that her car was egged overnight. At 3:32 p.m., a caller at Oakridge Village reported that two "undesirable males" were …

Today is Febr. 1. Here are five things you need to know. Cold and Sunny: Temperatures are expected to be in the low 30s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Meeting: The School Committee will meet at 6 p.m. in the North Andover High School library. Pond: Experts gave a presentation on the Stevens Pond algae issue last week. Bradstreet: Former Senate Minority Leader Richard Tisei is not running in the special Senate election. This Day in History: In 1789, electors unanimously chose George Washington to be the nation's first president. In 1932, the first Winter Olympics was held in the …

Today is February 1. Here are five things you need to know. Cloudy: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-30s most of the day, with cloudy skies. Pond: Experts gave a presentation on the Stevens Pond algae issue this week. Bradstreet: Check out the proposal to purchase the Bradstreet School here. Puppy Bowl: Upload photos of your pets dressed up for the Puppy Bowl. This Day in History: In 1790, the Supreme Court convened for the first time in New York. In 1884, the first edition of the Oxford English Dictionary was published. In 1919, the first Miss America was crowned in New York. In …

Today is Thursday, Jan. 31. Here are five things you need to know. More Rain: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-50s most of the day, with rain showers throughout the day as well. Bradstreet: Check out the proposal to purchase the Bradstreet School here. Puppy Bowl: Upload photos of your pets dressed up for the Puppy Bowl. Election: Gov. Deval Patrick has named an interim senator to fill John Kerry's seat until the special election. This Day in History: In 1865, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, which would abolish slavery in the United …

Today is Tuesday, Jan. 29. Here are five things you need to know. Warmer and Wet: Temperatures are expected to be around 40 degrees most of the day, with rain throughout the day as well. Meeting: The Finance Committee will meet at 6:45 p.m. at Town Hall. Care for Vets: Healthy Edge Family Chiropractic & Wellness Center is offering their services to veterans for free, through Veteran’s Day 2013. Snacks: Here is a list of where to buy Girl Scout cookies. This Day in History: In 1845, Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven" was published for the first time. In 1886, Karl Benz patented the first successful…

Today is Friday, Jan. 25. Here are five things you need to know. Less Freezing: Temperatures are expected to be in the low 20s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Stay Warm: Here are some tips on keeping warm. And make sure to keep the pets warm too. Snacks: Here is a list of where to buy Girl Scout cookies. Volunteer: Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for volunteer mentors and also accepts donations to support their programs. As a Big Brother or Big Sister, you spend time with a young person from the area for a few hours, a couple times each month. Here’s more on how to volunteer or …

Today is Thursday, Jan. 24. Here are five things you need to know. Frigid: Temperatures are expected to be in the teens most of the day, with wind chills below zero degrees. Stay Warm: Here are some tips on keeping warm. Trash: Trash pick-up is delayed one day due to the holiday. Snacks: Here is a list of where to buy Girl Scout cookies. This Day in History: In 1848, James W. Marshall discovered a gold nugget at Sutter's Mill in northern California, sparking the gold rush. In 1922, Christian Nelson patented the Eskimo Pie. In 1924, the St. Petersburg, Russia, was renamed Leningrad. In 1985, …