Month: January 2025

The Select Board is Accepting Name Submissions for Grogan’s Field Hut, Due by February 11, 2025

Sarah Brush
The Select Board is accepting submissions for naming the red hut at Grogan's Field. Per Select Board policy, submission of a name for a Town space may be made by any resident, by a member of the Select Board, or by the Town Manager, in writing, and should be made to the Chair of the Select Board.  The written request should specify the intent of the requestor and the reasons why this particular name would fit the facility or asset. It should offer appropriate background information on the person, organization, or geographic area after which the facility or asset will be named. 

Please send submissions to ncivitarese@northandoverma.gov or mail to the Town Manager's office, 120 Main Street, North Andover, MA 01845.  All submissions shall be posted on the Town website. The public will have 14 days from the submission deadline to submit public comment.  At the next Select Board meeting following the public comment period, the Board will deliberate and vote on the name.  

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Avian Flu Information and Prevention Tips

Sarah Brush

AVIAN FLU INFORMATION AND PREVENTION TIPS

The Avian flu, also known as bird flu, has been in the news recently and has infected birds in Massachusetts.  The Avian Flu is caused by avian influenza A viruses that spread between wild birds and can infect domestic poultry, such as chickens and turkeys. The H5N1 causes occasional outbreaks in U.S. poultry and dairy livestock. Avian flu is very contagious among birds; however, it does not normally infect humans. When human infection occurs, it is most often the result of direct or close contact with infected birds or dairy cows.

Symptoms of avian flu in humans range from no symptoms or mild symptoms to severe symptoms. Mild symptoms include eye redness and irritation, mild fever (temperature of 100˚F or higher), cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, and fatigue. Moderate to severe symptoms include high fever, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, altered consciousness, and seizures. 

Those at highest risk for avian flu are people with job-related or recreational exposures to birds and other animals that can be infected with avian flu.

The best way to prevent avian flu is to avoid contact with sick or dead birds, poultry, or other animals whenever possible. If you must have direct or close contact with these animals, wear personal protective equipment (PPE).

Other ways to prevent bird flu include:

  • Avoiding touching surfaces or materials contaminated with bodily fluids or feces from birds or other animals suspected or confirmed to have avian flu

  • Avoiding consuming raw milk or raw milk products

  • Cooking poultry, eggs, and beef to a safe internal temperature to kill off any bacteria or viruses. 

Additional Resources:

Yours in Health and Safety,

The North Andover Health Department


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 Avian Flu 1-29-25.pdf

School Committee Mtg Agenda – Jan 30, 2025

Town of North Andover, MA
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