Due to serious disposal issues, our trash contractor, Republic, will be delayed recovering Tuesday’s Routes. Please leave ALL bags and barrels curbside for removal. Thank you.
Author: Sarah Brush
North Andover Newsbrief, Week of October 27, 2025
– Lake Cochichewick Boat Storage End of Season
ALL STORED BOATS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE HATCH RACKS BY NOVEMBER 1, 2025
Per the Town of North Andover Lake Usage/Boating Regulations, boat storage is from April 15 through November 1. This is a reminder that the season ends on November 1, 2025. We hope it was an enjoyable one. See you in the spring of 2026.
There will be a removal fee of $50.00 for any boat removed & stored by the Town. In addition, any boat not removed by the owner will be suspended and you will not be able to apply for a boat storage permit for the following year.
Thank you for your cooperation this season. Stay well and stay safe.
– Recycling Toters
Starting November 3rd, Republic Services will no longer collect garbage placed in recycling toters, even if the toter is marked as 'Trash'. These large, dark green toters with the town seal are the property of NAWS / TBI, the Town of North Andover's recycling contractor, and are to be used for recycling only. If you no longer need your recycling toter, please call 978-685-0950 to schedule its removal.
– Upcoming Trash Schedule
– Trick or Treat Safety Tips
Employment Opportunities:
Click here to view the current employment opportunities and to download an employment application.
- Assistant Library Director – Click here to learn more
- Full-Time Communications Officer
- Heavy Motor Equipment Operator
- Mechanic
- Motor Equipment Operator (MEO)
- On-call Electrical Inspector
- On-call Plumbing Inspector
- Part-Time Communications Officer
- Per-Diem Van Driver
- Principal Assessor
- Special Motor Equipment Operator (SMEO)
Events and Reminders:
– Curbside Leaf Pick Up: Begins the week of 10/27/25 thru 12/1/25
Add your address to the list for pick up by clicking here. This form is not required for pick up, but it will help to make the process more efficient.
– 2025 Recommend Trick or Treat HoursThe recommended hours for trick-or-treating in North Andover are Friday, October 31, 2025 from 5:30pm-7:30pm.
– Town of North Andover Community Flu ClinicsFlu Clinic for Ages 19+(Including High Dose for 65+)
Every Wednesdays from 9:30 am-11:30am from September 3, 2025 to October 29, 2025
North Andover Senior Center
481 Sutton Street North Andover, MA
Family Flu Clinic for Ages 3+
October 28, 2025 4:00pm – 7:00pm
North Andover High School
430 Osgood Street North Andover, MA
Please register ahead of time:
https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/northandover
Walk in appointments also available. Bring ID and Insurance card to appointment
Call the North Andover Health Department nursing office with any questions Or to schedule an office visit: 978-688-954
– Seasonal Boat Storage at the Hatch Ends November 1, 2025All stored boats must be removed by 11/1/25. Any boats remaining will be confiscated and incur a $50 retrieval fee.
– Deadline Extended to November 8th! Take A Brief Survey and Help Shape How Our Opioid Settlement Funds Are Spent:The Town of North Andover is receiving money from companies involved in the opioid crisis to support prevention, treatment, and recovery. Even if you haven’t been directly impacted, YOUR INPUT MATTERS – friends, family, and neighbors have. Click here to take this quick survey – the deadline to respond has been extended to November 8, 2025! Paper copies available at: Senior Center, Town Hall and Library.
– Cyr Center will remain open through December 6, 2025 (weather permitting)
Upcoming Meetings:
Upcoming meetings & important events for this week can be viewed at www.northandoverma.gov
Upcoming meetings & important events for this week can be viewed at www.northandoverma.gov
Tuesday, October 28
Stevens Memorial Library Trustees
Festival Committee
Wednesday, October 29
Greater Lawrence Sanitary District
Thomson School Council
Old Center Historic District
Thomson School Council
Old Center Historic District
Greater Lawrence Sanitary District, October 29, 2025
Trick or Treat Safety Tips
Pumpkin Contest
Cast your vote for your favorite pumpkin!
Pumpkins will be displayed in the lobby of Town Hall, as well as on our Facebook page and at northandoverma.gov/pumpkins. The deadline for online voting is 5pm on October 24, 2025 (in person voting ends at Noon on 10/24/25). Only one vote allowed per person.
Reminder: Traffic Advisory for Thursday and Friday
Please be informed of a significant wake and funeral service at St. Michael Church on Main Street this Thursday and Friday. Additionally, a large assembly of tow trucks will be taking place nearby on Massachusetts Avenue.
Services Schedule:
– Thursday evening: 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
– Friday: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Expectations:
– Heavy traffic
– Limited parking
– A large number of tow trucks parked along Massachusetts Avenue
We kindly request that residents and drivers plan their travel accordingly. If possible, please use alternate routes. Additionally, it’s advisable to allow extra travel time through the affected area.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as our community supports these events.
Traffic Advisory for Thursday and Friday
Traffic Advisory for Thursday and Friday:
Please be informed of a significant wake and funeral service at St. Michael Church on Main Street this Thursday and Friday. Additionally, a large assembly of tow trucks will be taking place nearby on Massachusetts Avenue.
Services Schedule:
– Thursday evening: 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
– Friday: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Expectations:
– Heavy traffic
– Limited parking
– A large number of tow trucks parked along Massachusetts Avenue
We kindly request that residents and drivers plan their travel accordingly. If possible, please use alternate routes. Additionally, it’s advisable to allow extra travel time through the affected area.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as our community supports these events.
Festival Committee, October 28th.
Town Hall will be closing at 2:30pm on Thursday
Town Hall will be closing at 2:30pm on Thursday, October 23, 2025 to allow for the staging of vehicles for Mr. Coady’s funeral.
North Andover Newsbrief, Week of October 20, 2025
– Deadline Extended! Take A Brief Survey and Help Shape How Our Opioid Settlement Funds Are Spent:
The Town of North Andover is receiving money from companies involved in the opioid crisis to support prevention, treatment, and recovery. Even if you haven’t been directly impacted, YOUR INPUT MATTERS – friends, family, and neighbors have. Click here to take this quick survey – the deadline to respond has been extended to November 8, 2025! Paper copies available at: Senior Center, Town Hall and Library.
– Town of North Andover Departmental Pumpkin Contest
Cast your vote for your favorite pumpkin! Voting can be done online (northandoverma.gov/pumpkins) or in-person at Town Hall, but please ONLY VOTE ONCE. The deadline for online voting is 5pm (noon for in-person voting) on October 24, 2025. Winners will be announced on October 31, 2025
– Municibid Auction Items
The Town of North Andover has the following items listed for sale on the Municibid auction site.
More information can be found at https://municibid.com/Browse?Seller=NorthAndover
Municibid is a convenient and easy-to-use online auction marketplace for government agencies, schools, authorities and utilities to sell their surplus and forfeitures directly to the public. All auctions take place online and are available to bid 24 hours a day. The Municibid auction site is free to sign-up and is available to everyone. Visit municibid.com to learn more.
– Upcoming Trash Schedule
Monday, October 20
Select Board
Employment Opportunities:
Click here to view the current employment opportunities and to download an employment application.
- Assistant Library Director – Click here to learn more
- Full-Time Communications Officer
- Heavy Motor Equipment Operator
- Mechanic
- Motor Equipment Operator (MEO)
- On-call Electrical Inspector
- On-call Plumbing Inspector
- Part-Time Communications Officer
- Per-Diem Van Driver
- Principal Assessor
- Special Motor Equipment Operator (SMEO)
Events and Reminders:
– Curbside Leaf Pick Up: Begins the week of 10/27/25 thru 12/1/25– 2025 Recommend Trick or Treat HoursThe recommended hours for trick-or-treating in North Andover are Friday, October 31, 2025 from 5:30pm-7:30pm.
– Town of North Andover Community Flu ClinicsFlu Clinic for Ages 19+(Including High Dose for 65+)
Every Wednesdays from 9:30 am-11:30am from September 3, 2025 to October 29, 2025
North Andover Senior Center
481 Sutton Street North Andover, MA
Family Flu Clinic for Ages 3+
October 28, 2025 4:00pm – 7:00pm
North Andover High School
430 Osgood Street North Andover, MA
Please register ahead of time:
https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/northandover
Walk in appointments also available. Bring ID and Insurance card to appointment
Call the North Andover Health Department nursing office with any questions Or to schedule an office visit: 978-688-954
– Seasonal Boat Storage at the Hatch Ends November 1, 2025All stored boats must be removed by 11/1/25. Any boats remaining will be confiscated and incur a $50 retrieval fee.
– Cyr Center will remain open through December 6, 2025 (weather permitting)
Upcoming Meetings:
Upcoming meetings & important events for this week can be viewed at www.northandoverma.gov
Upcoming meetings & important events for this week can be viewed at www.northandoverma.gov
Monday, October 20
Tuesday, October 21
Council on Aging
Sustainability Committee
Planning Board
Wednesday, October 22
Merrimack Valley MPO
Select Board Appointment Subcommittee
Conservation Commission
Thursday, October 23
North Andover Housing Authority
Board of Health
School Committee Mtg
