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In today's newsletter:

  • Why the SJC is keeping a North Andover officer behind bars
  • What Merrimack’s $254M Royal Crest deal could mean for your taxes
  • Are these common mistakes getting your North Andover recycling rejected?

Also on today's calendar: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service.

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Today's riddle: What did one magnet say to the other magnet? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Intermittent snow, 1-3", with a high of 35 and low of 31 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Breezy with periods of sun, temps: high: 38, low: 22.
  • Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 40 and low of 25 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• SJC denies bail for North Andover officer shot by colleague (boston.com) — North Andover residents should know that the state’s highest court has again denied bail for local police officer Kelsey Fitzsimmons, keeping her in custody ahead of a February trial. The ruling stems from a June incident at a Phillips Brook Road home, where officers serving a restraining order say she pointed a gun at a colleague, an allegation she disputes while citing serious mental health struggles.
   

• Merrimack College-Led Coalition Purchases Royal Crest Estates Apartment Complex (whav.net) — A Merrimack College-led group has bought the Royal Crest Estates apartments across from its North Andover campus, raising big questions about future development, taxes, and longtime tenants. Town leaders say they were surprised by the $254 million deal and are pressing for details, especially about potential tax-exempt status and how state law could let the college bypass local zoning.
   

• Trash Tips with Toni, December 22, 2025 (northandoverma.news) — North Andover residents get a clear reminder of the top reasons recycling bins are rejected, from unflattened boxes to plastic bags and dirty containers. The town also highlights where to bring yard waste and how to confirm your correct collection week so your toter isn’t missed.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Boxford

  • Vicor (NASDAQ:VICR) Director Andrew D'amico Sells 754 Shares (marketbeat.com)
  • Man creates sensory-friendly, welcoming restaurant experience for autism families (channel3000.com)
  • How Landmark College built a home for students who learn differently (vermontpublic.org)

Andover

  • Video: Dem Mayor Asks for Translator Since He Can't Speak English—While Bus Driver Loses Job for Asking Students to Speak English! (rightjournalism.com)
  • Trinitarios gang member could avoid life in prison after plea deal (masslive.com)

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