Free Parking at Harold Parker State Forest and Berry Pond for Fourth of July Weekend

Sarah Brush
Governor Healey announced today that parking will be free at all paid parking facilities at the Department of Conservation and Recreation properties statewide in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.  Parking will be free from tomorrow, July 3 through Sunday July 5.

 
DCR staff will be posting temporary signs at each paid parking location notifying visitors that parking is free between July 3 and 5. DCR will implement the waiver across its paid parking system, including the Yodel app, pay stations and field staff parking operations. 
 
Please note, parking remains first come, first served. High-demand locations may still close when parking lots reach capacity. Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan ahead by visiting the DCR Park Alerts webpage for the most up-to-date information on facility closures. 


A message from Town Moderator, Mark DiSalvo: Spark of a Revolution – Town Meeting 1776

Sarah Brush

Just in time for Independence Day! Here is the video of our June 12, 1776 event detailing the “Andover Resolve” and our town’s pivotal influence on the Declaration. In this act of rebellion with the Crown, our forebears pledged “their lives and fortunes to the measure” and helped turn the spark of a revolution into a conflagration in support of liberty.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPeMa7zCobQ

Homes for our Troops Fundraising Night: 7/20/26 3-9PM

Town of North Andover, MA
raise money for Homes for our Troops, staring today. This year, we are also hosting a special fundraiser night. I would love your support in sharing this email with groups you think will benefit and share as well! I also appreciate any sharing from your professional/community pages on social media. 
The evening is going to include:
*A dine to donate from 3-9PM. 10% of food sales from the night goes directly to Homes for Our Troops
*4-8: Collection of non perishables and toiletries to be distributed to local Veterans. If anyone collects these items at your business, let me know and I will be happy to pick them up!

*6-8PM: Dinner with characters! Woody from Toy Story, a Minion, Joey from Launch, and Andy
 Armadillo will be visiting tables and taking pictures! (Top left corner of the flyer has a picture of when they visited last)

HFOT-community.pdf
HFOT-REVISED.pdf

Beat the Heat at Stevens Memorial Library

Sarah Brush
Need a place to cool down? Stevens Memorial Library will be open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m..  

Town Hall is open at 8am if you need a cool place prior to 10am.


*Town Buildings will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026. If your home is too warm, please call the police department’s non-emergency line (978-683-3168).
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Reminder: Stevens Memorial Library is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sarah Brush
Need a place to cool down? Stevens Memorial Library will be open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, and Thursday, July 2.  

Town Hall will open at 8am on Wednesday, July 1 and Thursday, July 2 if you need a cool place prior to 10am.


*Town Buildings will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026. If your home is too warm, please call the police department’s non-emergency line (978-683-3168).
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Due to excessive heat, trash and recycling collection may be delayed.

Sarah Brush

Due to excessive heat, trash and recycling collection may be delayed.

To help ensure your materials are collected, please place all trash barrels, trash bags, and Red Week recycling toters at the curb the evening before your scheduled collection day.

If your items have not been collected on your regular pickup day, please do not bring them back in. Leave all materials at the curb, as collection crews will return to recover any missed stops.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as our contractors work safely to complete all collections during the extreme heat.

Beat the Heat! Stevens Memorial Library is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sarah Brush
Need a place to cool down? Stevens Memorial Library will be open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, Wednesday, July 1, and Thursday, July 2.  

Town Hall will open at 8am on Wednesday, July 1 and Thursday, July 2 if you need a cool place prior to 10am.


*Town Buildings will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026. If your home is too warm, please call the police department’s non-emergency line (978-683-3168).
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