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Andover Closes on Sale of Old Town Yard
The Town of Andover has officially closed on the sale of the Old Town Yard at 11 Lewis Street to MINCO Development, marking a major milestone in the redevelopment of the property. The site will be transformed into a mixed-use development featuring 165 residential units, commercial space, and amenities available to the entire community.
October in Andover
Fall is finally here!! Take a look as we explore some of the most scenic areas across Andover.
Early Voting for 2026 State Election
The 2026 Sate Election is just around the corner on November 3rd, but Andover residents can vote right now. From October 17th to the 30th at Andover's Town Offices at 36 Bartlet Street. Early in person voting will be held weekdays from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM and weekends from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
Andover Awarded $5 Million Grant for River Road Improvements
The Town of Andover was recently awarded a $5,000,000 grant to support infrastructure improvements along the River Road corridor. Included in those improvements is a pedestrian connection to the Merrimack River, expanded sidewalk access, and an intersection realignment at the connection of River Road, Old River Road, and Federal Street.
Water Main Replacement in Andover
Water mains are the backbone of Andover’s water distribution system, delivering clean drinking water from the Water Treatment Plant to homes and businesses throughout the community. At this year's Town meeting, voters approved an increase in the Town's annual investment in this aging infrastructure. This video follows a construction crew as they work to replace the water main on Lowell Street.
Andover's Makerspace
The Town of Andover has it's very own makerspace at the Memorial Hall Library. Outfitted with 3D printers, a laser cutter, sewing machines, and more! Come take an intro class or get started with the project of the month. For more information visit MHL.org/makerspace
Upgrades to Andover's School Buildings
While students were away for Summer vacation, Andover's facilities department got to work renovating and improving Andover school buildings.
Chandler Road Community Garden
This past spring Andover opened its newest community garden as part of the first phase of the Chandler Road Recreation Area Project. Gardeners have already been making great use of the space planting vegetables, a sensory garden, and a pollinator pathway.
New Sidewalks Coming to Andover
Construction is now underway on a new sidewalk along Tewksbury Street, an important project that will improve pedestrian access and connectivity along a key roadway in Ballardvale.
Merrimack River Cleanup
For the past 5 years Andover's Conservation Division has partnered with Clean Harbors to clean the Town's shoreline along the Merrimack River. Typically, the team removes smaller pieces of litter from the water, but after 3 docks washed up on the river banks the mission for the day was a little bit different.
Rupert The Oak Tree
The Town of Andover’s Tree Committee is working to find, document, and honor remarkable trees throughout the community through its Deep Roots program. One of Andover’s most remarkable trees is Rupert, a striking white oak in the Bald Hill Conservation Area that has stood for more than 250 years. Over the centuries, he has remained as a living connection to Andover’s history while continuing to provide important habitat and environmental benefits today. Learn more about Rupert, his place in Andover’s history, and why trees like him are so important to the community. Know another remarkable tree in Andover? The Tree Committee wants to hear about it. Submit your nomination to the Deep Roots program and help us identify the trees that help tell Andover’s story.
History of the Andover Skatepark
Since it opened in the 90s, Andover Youth Services' Skate Park at Andover High School has been a destination for skateboarders in Andover and beyond.