Today is Thursday, Dec. 27. Here are five things you need to know. Winter Weather: Snow will continue today with rain throughout the afternoon. Meeting: The Board of Selectmen will meet at 8 a.m. at Town Hall. No School: School is out this week for Christmas vacation. Check with the Stevens Memorial Library for fun things the kids can do this week. Holiday Shopping: Christmas may be over, but some businesses are still having December deals. Check our local holiday shopping guide. This Day in History: In 1904, James Barrie's play "Peter Pan" premiered in London. In 1938, the first skimobile …

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 26. Here are five things you need to know. Cloudy Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the high 30s most of the day, with cloudy skies. Open/Closed: Although it's not technically a holiday, many places will have limited hours of operation today. Check with each place before you go. No School: School is out this week for Christmas vacation. Check with the Stevens Memorial Library for fun things the kids can do this week. Holiday Shopping: Christmas may be over, but some businesses are still having December deals. Check our local holiday shopping guide. This Day in …

Today is Monday, Dec. 24. Here are five things you need to know. Sunny Day: Temperatures are expeced to be in the high 30s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. But we may be in for a White Christmas tomorrow morning. Holiday Shopping: Doing some last minute shopping? Check out our local holiday shopping guide with deals at local businesses this season. Make extra time for expected traffic. Christmas Dining Out: Here are some ideas for dining out on Christmas. Tracking Santa: You and the kids can track Santa's journey on Patch. Show Off the Tree: You can upload photos of your Christmas …

Today is Friday, Dec. 21. Here are five things you need to know. Rainy Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-40s most of the day, with rain throughout the day as well. Shopping: Here are some last minute local shopping ideas.And Check out our local holiday shopping guide with deals at local businesses this season. Cookies: Check out these holiday cookie recipes. Newtown: Here is a way you can help the families of the Newtown tragedy victims. And you can leave a message of support here. This Day in History: In 1620, the Mayflower landed at Plymouth Rock. In 1898, Scientists Pierre …

Today is Thursday, Dec. 20. Here are five things you need to know. Cloudy Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-40s most of the day, with cloudy skies. Holiday Shopping: Check out our local holiday shopping guide with deals at local businesses this season. Meeting Cancelled: The Board of Health Meeting scheduled for tonight has been cancelled. Newtown: Here is a way you can help the families of the Newtown tragedy victims. And you can leave a message of support here. This Day in History: In 1790, the first successful cotton mill in the nation began operating at Rhode Island. In 1803…

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 19. Here are five things you need to know. Cloudy Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-40s most of the day, with cloudy skies. Holiday Shopping: Check out our local holiday shopping guide with deals at local businesses this season. Newtown: Here is a way you can help the families of the Newtown tragedy victims. And you can leave a message of support here. Track Santa: You can track Santa's trip here. This Day in History: In 1843, Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" was first published in England. In 1917 , the first games of the new National Hockey League …

Today is Tuesday, Dec. 18. Here are five things you need to know. Rain: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-50s most of the day, with rain showers throughout the day as well. Meeting: The Finance Committee will meet at 6:45 p.m. at Town Hall. Newtown: Here is a way you can help the families of the Newtown tragedy victims. And you can leave a message of support here. Show Your Elf: Share photos of your Elf on the Shelf here. This Day in History: In 1865, the 13th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified, abolishing slavery. In 1917, Congress passed the 18th Amendment, which was the …

Today is Monday, Dec. 17. Here are five things you need to know. Snow: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-40s most of the day, with rain and snow throughout the day as well. Meeting: The Board of Selectmen will meet at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. Newtown: Here is a way you can help the families of the Newtown tragedy victims. And you can leave a message of support here. Show Your Elf: Share photos of your Elf on the Shelf here. This Day in History: In 1895, George L. Brownell received a patent for his paper-twine machine. In 1944, the Army announced the end of its policy of excluding …

Today is Friday, Dec. 14. Here are five things you need to know. Sunny Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-40s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Trees Raffle: Today is the last day to buy a raffle ticket for the Senior Center's decorative trees. Meeting: The Stevens Memorial Library Board of Trustees will meet at 10 a.m. in the library community meeting room. Show Your Merchandise: Local business, show us what you're selling this holiday season. This Day in History: In 1503, Nostradamus was born in France. In 1900, Professor Max Planck of Berlin University revealed his …

Today is Thursday, Dec. 13. Here are five things you need to know. Sunny Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-40s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Meeting: The School Committee will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the North Andover High School library. Taxes: The new tax rates have been determined. Check back for those this morning. Trees Raffle: The Senior Center is raffling off decorative trees. This Day in History: In 1769, New Hampshire's Dartmouth College received its charter. In 1913, the Federal Reserve System was established. In 1918, President Woodrow Wilson arrived in France…

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 12. Here are five things you need to know. Sunny Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-30s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Meeting: The Board of Selectmen will meet at 6 p.m. at Town Hall to discuss and vote on tax classification. Give Warmth: You can donate mittens, hats and gloves at Jaime's and the Knights of Columbus. Show Your Merchandise: Local business, show us what you're selling this holiday season. This Day in History: In 1800, Washington, D.C., was established as the capital of the United States. In 1870, Joseph H. Rainey of South …

Today is Tuesday, Dec. 11. Here are five things you need to know. Sunny Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the high 30s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Meeting: The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall. Toy Drop-Off: Here's a list of places you can drop-off toy donations in town. Trees Raffle: The Senior Center is raffling off decorative trees. This Day in History: In 1816, Indiana was admitted to the Union as the 19th American state. In 1872, Pinckney Benton Stewart Pinchback became America's first black governor when he took office as acting governor of …

Today is Monday, Dec. 10. Here are five things you need to know. Rainy Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-50s most of the day, with rain most of the day as well. Trees For Troops: Scott Brown and his family stopped by for the Trees For Troops event at Smolak Farms. Check back for coverage of that this morning. Toy Drop-Off: Here's a list of places you can drop-off toy donations in town. Show Your Merchandise: Local business, show us what you're selling this holiday season. This Day in History: In 1901, the first Nobel prizes were awarded. In 1906, President Theodore Roosevelt …

Today is Friday, Dec. 7. Here are five things you need to know. Rainy Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-40s most of the day, with rain most of the day as well. Deck the House: Don't forget to enter our Deck the House Contest for a chance to win big money for your school district. Toy Drop-Off: Here's a list of places you can drop-off toy donations in town. Show Your Merchandise: Local business, show us what you're selling this holiday season. This Day in History: In 1796, John Adams was elected the second president of the United States. In 1941, Hawaii's Pearl Harbor was …

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 5. Here are five things you need to know. Cooling Down: Temperatures are expected to be in the high 30s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Break-Ins: There were two home break-ins Tuesday night, and police need your help in finding the suspects. Toy Drop-Off: Here's a list of places you can drop-off toy donations in town. Show Your Merchandise: Local business, show us what you're selling this holiday season. This day in History: In 1790, Congress moved from New York to Philadelphia. In 1865, the 13th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified, abolishing slavery…

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 5. Here are five things you need to know. Warm Day: temperatures are expected to be in the mid-50s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Meeting: The Economic Development Council will meet at 6 p.m. at Town Hall. Toy Drop-Off: Here's a list of places you can drop-off toy donations in town. Show Your Merchandise: Local business, show us what you're selling this holiday season. This Day in History: In 1492, Christopher Columbus found what is now Haiti. In 1848, President James Polk confirmed the discovery of gold in California, causing the Gold Rush of 1849. In 1901…

Today is Tuesday, Dec. 4. Here are five things you need to know. Warm Day: temperatures are expected to be in the mid-50s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Meeting: The Finance Committee will meet at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. Show Your Merchandise: Local business, show us what you're selling this holiday season. Skating Class: The North Andover Figure Skating Club is offering classes for kids. This Day in History: In 1783, Gen. George Washington said farewell to his officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York. In 1918, President Woodrow Wilson became the first American president to visit Europe…

Today is Monday, Dec. 3. Here are five things you need to know. Warm Day: temperatures are expected to be in the mid-50s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Winter Parking: The weather may have warmed up temporarily, but the Winter Parking Ban in now in effect. Deck the House: Don't forget to enter our "Deck the House" contest for the chance to win $100,000 for your town. Trees Raffle: The Senior Center is raffling off decorative trees. This Day in History: In 1828, Andrew Jackson was elected president. In 1931, Alka Seltzer was sold for the first time. In 1947, Tennessee Williams' play…

Today is Friday, Nov. 30. Here are five things you need to know. Cool Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-30s most of the day, with cloudy skies. Trees Raffle: The Senior Center is raffling off decorative trees. Deck the House: Don't forget to enter our "Deck the House" contest for the chance to win $100,000 for your town. Parking: The Winter Parking Ban starts this weekend. This Day in History: In 1782, the United States and Britain signed preliminary peace articles in Paris, ending the Revolutionary War. In 1897, Thomas Edison's own motion picture projector had its first …

Today is Thursday, Nov. 29. Here are five things you need to know. Cloudy Day: Temperatures are expected to be in the low 40s most of the day, with clear sunny skies. Meeting: The School Committee will meet at 7 p.m. at 7 p.m. in the North Andover High School library. Trees Raffle: The Senior Center is raffling off decorative trees. Parking: The Winter Parking Ban starts this weekend. This Day in History: In 1929, U.S. Navy Lt. Comander Richard Byrd completed the first airplane flight over the South Pole. In 1947, the U.N. General Assembly passed a resolution that called for the division of …