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The Town of North Andover is Now Able to Accept Online Donations

Sarah Brush
The Town of North Andover is now able to accept online donations.  Donations can be made to the following Town departments that help support those in need and serve our community.
 
Elderly and Disabled Tax Fund
Chapter 60, 3D: The purpose of the Elderly and Disabled Tax Fund is to help defray the real estate taxes of elderly and disabled persons of low income.
 
 
Festival Committee Donations
A donation to the Festival Committee will help support the following events: sheep shearing, 4th of July Fireworks, breakfast with Santa, the holiday parade and the tree lighting.
 
 
Library Municipal Donations
Your gift enables the Library to provide additional materials, programs, and other resources that will enrich our community.
 
 
Senior Center Donation Fund
North Andover Elder Services and the North Andover Senior Center mission is to advocate for older adults and to encourage maximum independence.  Your gift will help us meet our mission.
 
 
Veterans
Support the Troops
Donations are used to assist Veterans and their dependents directly in North Andover.
These donations are intended for unrestricted use.  If you would like to donate specifically for fuel, transportation, or food in accordance with Chapter 60, please consider the Veterans Donation Fund.
 
Veterans Donation Fund
Donations are used to assist Veterans and their dependents directly in North Andover.
These funds will be used for specifically fuel, transportation, or food in accordance with Chapter 60.  If you would like to give an unrestricted donation, please consider choosing Support the Troops.
 
Youth & Rec Donation Fund
The mission of North Andover Youth and Recreation Services is to provide the community, youth, and their families with staff, resources, and programs with the goal of empowerment and building self-esteem.  The positive experience of this involvement enriches and strengthens the fabric of our community for today and a lifetime. Your generous gift will allow us to continue our mission to the youth of North Andover.
 
 
These donations go directly to the Town of North Andover. If you are looking to donate to the Joseph N. Hermann Youth Center, Inc., The Friends of the Senior Center, the Stevens Memorial Library Foundation, the Board of Trustees of Stevens Memorial Library, or The Friends of the Stevens Memorial Library, please contact those groups directly.
 
 
Please visit  the Town of North Andover – Donations Online Payment Center at northandoverma.gov/donations.
 
 
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Boat Storage and Seasonal Day Passes 2025, Available on 4/15/25

Sarah Brush

Boat Storage and Seasonal Day Passes 2025

Available on 4/15/25



Due to the revamping and modifying of the North Lake Cochichewick Boat Launch, the area (North Pump Station/ RT 133) will not be accessible to Lake Cochichewick for boating during the 2025 Season.  

 

Boat Storage (in a limited capacity) will be available at the Hatch (522 Stevens Street) as well as access to Lake Cochichewick. 


Boat Storage 2025 permits for the HATCH will go on sale – IN PERSON ONLY– at 384 Osgood Street on Tuesday April 15, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.


Seasonal Boat Day Passes will be available for purchase online and in person, starting Tuesday April 15, 2025.

 


Boat Pass Pricing

Storage Rack $50 


Seasonal Day Pass $25


Additional day pass boat $10/ea.

Please bring a car registration, proof of residency and check or money order with you for payment as online processing will not be available.  

Storage spaces are available at one per household.  

Boats are not permitted to be on the racks until 4/15/25 AND must have a valid sticker.

Any boats on the racks prior to 4/15/25 and without a valid sticker, will be removed and incur a $50 recovery fee made payable to the Town of North Andover.  

Any chains on the racks prior to 4/15/25 will be cut and removed.


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Spring Leaf Bag Pick Up

Sarah Brush

Spring Leaf Bag Pick Up

April 14 thru 18 

April 22 thru 26

May 5 thru 9

For your convenience, leaf bags can be brought, at no charge for town residents, to the Cyr Center at Sharpeners Pond Road, from April 8 thru April 26, 2025.  Hours of operation are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 8am-2:45pm.  A permit will be needed after April 26, 2025 and can be obtained at DPW office, 384 Osgood Street or online (application opens April 8).

  • Biodegradable paper bags only

  • Please have bags out Sunday evening for each week of pick up

  • Grass clippings and leaves, no brush, sticks or rocks

  • Be patient; all bags will be picked up

Town of North Andover DPW Solid Waste & Recycling 978-685-0950

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Excise Bill Reminder: Tomorrow is the last day to pay excise bills that were due on March 13, 2025 before the $30 demand is added.

Sarah Brush
Excise Bill Reminder:  Tomorrow is the last day to pay excise bills that were due on March 13, 2025 before the $30 demand is added.
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March 25, 2025 North Andover Annual Town Election – OFFICIAL Results

Sarah Brush
View the OFFICIAL Results from the March 25, 2025 North Andover Annual Town Election here.  

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Behind the Scenes of Town Meeting: Thank you, Heather McNeil

Sarah Brush

We have received many questions over the past decade from citizens watching Town Meeting live at home who wish to contribute through our Remote Question initiative.  Heather McNeil has helmed that effort from the beginning. With other community volunteers, she reviews the queries and when appropriate brings questions to the floor.  Heather volunteers as an election worker and is the Voter Service Chair for the League of Women Voters of Andover – North Andover which runs local candidate forums and provides other nonpartisan voting information to encourage active engagement in our communities.

At Town Meeting she readily helps people with seating and lost licenses among other services as a Citizen Advocate.  Heather will always point you in the right direction.

Rockland Trust 8th Annual Small Business, Big Dreams Contest

Sarah Brush

Do you have big dreams for your small business?

Rockland Trust has announced their 8th Annual Small Business, Big Dreams Contest.

From now until March 31st, business owners can enter for a chance to win $25,000 to support their growth. Plus, two runner-ups will each receive $5,000!*

How to Enter:

  • Take the qualification survey to see if your business meets the eligibility criteria.
  • Submit Your Application: Qualifying businesses will receive an invitation to tell us more about their business dreams in a final submission!

Check eligibility guidelines here:  https://www.rocklandtrust.com/assets/files/m50QG36O/Small_Business_Big_Dreams_Official_Rules.pdf

You do not need to be a Rockland Trust customer to enter the contest. For full contest rules and details, visit RocklandTrust.com/SmallBusiness.