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Sunday, October 21, 2012

Seasonal Specials at Local Restaurants

From Pumpkin Martinis to Maple Whiskey Sirloins, North Andover restaurants have perfected fall flavors.

The leaves on the trees are in prime condition. The deep reds, oranges, and yellows are a vibrant reminder that we have a few precious weeks of autumn before they are bare and grim. Local restaurants are savoring autumn by serving fall flavors in their drinks, appetizers, entrees, and desserts. One local favorite, Jaime’s Restaurant on 25 High St., has created the ultimate fall concoction. The now famous Pumpkin Martini combines five elements to essentially epitomize autumn in a glass. They start with Van Gough Caramel Vodka, and next comes Smirnoff Vanilla flavored vodka. The key is a pumpkin spiced liqueur, from which the drink gets its name. A squirt of whipped cream and a cinnamon sugar rim around the glass complete this seasonal …

Saturday, October 20, 2012

ADD YOUR PHOTOS: Autumn Foliage

Let's see North Andover's autumn colors!

It's that time of year when the temperatures get a little cooler and nature gets crazy with color. So we want to see your Autumn leaves. Post your photos of colorful foliage. Don't have any photos? This is the perfect time to go outside and take some!

Joanna Ouellette

6:29 pm on Saturday, October 20, 2012

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Sunday, October 14, 2012

Fall Family Feasts Served at Boston Market

Have Boston Market make dinner tonight; their family meals have something for everyone.

We can all finally admit that autumn has arrived and has made its presence felt with decreasing temperatures, increasingly colorful trees, and the excitement of the football season. North Andover residents are bustling about, whether they are watching the Scarlet Knights fall teams, back to school at Merrimack, or simply busy raking the leaves. Luckily, we have a number of restaurants around town to offer us comforting flavors for our families. One of the best options around town for a family meal on the go is Boston Market, on route 114. “What’s for dinner?” you may be asking yourself or your family members. While you’re rushing around between school, work, and other activities, Boston Market has is preparing everything you need to have a…

Monday, November 29, 2010

Awesome Autumn: Top Five Reasons for the Fabulous Fall of Sports

Top notch football and hockey programs leading the way in Patch’s fall sports recap.

North Andover is a bigger sports town than people give it credit for. Here are five reasons why North Andover sports had a fantastic fall: Reason #1 – Merrimack College Ice Hockey Warriors A seat at Lawler Arena for a Merrimack College Warriors hockey game is simply the best ticket in town. For $10-$20 you can see future N.H.L. players and the nation's top teams such as B.C., B.U., and other Hockey East Association rivals. Led by head coach Mark Dennehy, who just inked a 6 year contract extension, and future N.H.L. top draft pick Stephane Da Costa, the Merrimack College Warriors proudly sit at #18 in the national rankings. It is the first time in history the school has been in the Division I rankings. "We want a chance to compete for the …

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