West Nile Risk Raised to Moderate

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Andover Raises West Nile Virus Risk to Moderate

The Andover Health Division said Aug. 14 that a mosquito sample collected in town tested positive for West Nile Virus, raising Andover's risk level to moderate. Residents are urged to avoid outdoor activity from dusk to dawn, and to wear long sleeves, long pants, shoes and socks when outside during those hours. The division also recommends an EPA-registered repellent containing DEET or another recommended active ingredient; more information is at mass.gov/dph/mosquito.

Town of Andover

Burnham Road Bridge Closure, I-495 Work Continue This Week

The MBTA's Burnham Road railroad bridge preservation project keeps the road closed in both directions through October 2026, while MassDOT's I-495 bridge replacement work continues to cause lane restrictions along the Andover-Lawrence line.

Town of Andover

Isabel Brozena Defends Mass. Women's Amateur Golf Title

Xavier University sophomore Isabel Brozena, playing out of Indian Ridge Country Club in Andover, defended her title with a 2&1 victory at Oak Hill Country Club in Fitchburg on Aug. 14.

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Workshop for Young Female Athletes Set for Today at Memorial Hall Library

Female middle school athletes in grades 6-8 are invited to a workshop today at Memorial Hall Library covering sports nutrition, mental wellness, leadership, and injury prevention.

Memorial Hall Library

Sticky Saturday Slime Session for Kids Today at Memorial Hall Library

Children ages 5 to 8 who registered will make slime, play-doh, and other tactile projects today in the Memorial Hall Library Activity Room.

Memorial Hall Library

Chapman Construction Completes 10,000 SF Medical Office in Andover

Chapman Construction/Design announced Aug. 14 the completion of a 10,000-square-foot medical office space in Andover for Integrated Gastroenterology Consultants, featuring four procedure rooms and five exam rooms.

New England Real Estate Journal

State Order Restricts Kratom Sales Across Massachusetts

Massachusetts issued an emergency order Aug. 14 temporarily restricting kratom sales, taking effect after a 14-day notice period and giving local boards of health and municipal officials added enforcement authority.

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