Just before noon on Thanksgiving morning the town of North Andover was injected with a high dose of football euphoria when the Scarlet Knights hoisted the Turkey Day trophy at their home field, Walsh Stadium. The Knights, already champions of the Cape Ann (Large) Conference, hit Masco on the chin with a 20-7 grinder of a victory.  It was their tenth straight triumph in what has been a marvelous season for the playoff bound North Andover squad. "Great atmosphere… I'm really really happy for our kids, I thought they played well," said John Rafferty, North Andover's Head Coach. Knights …

North Andover has defeated Masconomet Regional High School 20-7 in this year's Thanksgiving football game. North Andover quarterback Brandon Walsh scored two of North Andover's three touchdowns, one in the first quarter and one in the second. North Andover Captain Jack Murphy scored the third touchdown in the fourth quarter. Masconomet came back with a touchdown in the third but could not grab enough momentum to take down the charging Scarlett Knights. The game marks a milestone in an impressive season for the Scarlet Knights, who have defeated everyone they've faced this season with the …

What are your local officials thankful for this year? Selectmen Chair Dan Lanen: "I am thankful my family is healthy." Selectman Tracy Watson: "I am thankful for my faith, my family and my friends!" Selectman Rick Nardella: "I am personally thankful for the health and success of my family and municipally thankful for the continued success and livability of North Andover." Selectman William Gordon: "I am thankful for my wonderful family and friends." Selectman Rosemary Smedile: "I am thankful for my wonderful family, my husband Jim and my three sons, Christopher, Ryan and Timothy, who will…

Thanksgiving is typically a time when family gathers and conversation is just as much a part of the event as the food itself. Often, the conversation ranges from sports and the economy to even politics and religion. But there are some things that should not be mentioned at the Thanksgiving dinner table. 1. "Folks, I have an announcement and you're not going to like this." Sometimes people tend to wait to make announcements until the family is all gathered, and Thanksgiving dinner offers such an opportunity. Whether it's an engagement, a pregnancy, or an early college acceptance, a holiday can…

Football on Thanksgiving has been an American tradition since the 1800s. This year North Andover residents will be treated to what promises to be an unforgettable game on Thursday morning at 10AM regardless of the outcome. The Scarlet Knights stomp into their annual matchup with Masconomet at Walsh Stadium with a healthy 9-1 record and a nine game winning streak. Here's an idea of how dominant the nine game winning streak has been. Throughout the streak the Knights have outscored their opponents 360 to 88. Their lowest margin of victory throughout the streak was a 19 point win against a …

When you watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday, keep a lookout toward the end -- just after 11:30 a.m. -- before Santa makes his big appearance. You will have the chance to see North Andover High School's own Benjamin Raffalli preforming for the world.Raffalli, 17, and a group of his friends will sing and dance on a float in the parade, joining the likes of Mighty Mouse and Garfield in Macy's Parade history."The camp I go to in the summer, Stagedoor Manor, we were picked to do it," Raffalli said. He attends Camp Stagedoor Manor, an exclusive theatrical camp in the Catskills of …

This Thanksgiving, your turkey (or whatever you might substitute the turkey with) will be the star of your show. But side dishes are an important part of that show -- almost like back-up singers and dancers. The right combination of side dishes is sure to keep your quests happy and compliment your turkey. Here are five that are common and popular staples of a Thanksgiving meal. And we'd like you to let the community know what you do with these to make them your own. 1. Stuffing: We might as well start with that classic must-have. But be sure to add a little something to make your stand out. …

The North Andover Senior Center held its annual Thanksgiving Feast on Thursday afternoon. The full feast was served and cooked by the Senior Center staff and volunteers. "This event takes about 4 to 8 weeks to plan and get off the ground," said Senior Center Program Manager Barbara Champigny. Many items were donated to the Senior Center by local businesses for a raffle that consisted of many prizes such as Christmas trees of all sizes, a Menorah, ornaments, a gingerbread house, holiday gift baskets, gift certificates, hair care products and more. Some donors included Fantastic Sams, White …