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Thursday, August 18, 2011

Five Things You Need to Know Today, Aug. 18

Check out a weather forecast as well as local gas prices.

Here are five things you need to know today: Free Gym Access: Boston Sports Club on Lowell Street is offering free gym access when the temperature rises above 90 degrees. While the forecast only calls for a high temperature of 87 degrees, I’m sure you’ll be able to convince them if it reaches 88 or 89 degrees. Find out more here. West Nile Discovered: The Town of Andover announced last week that the West Nile virus was found in Andover and they will be spraying areas around town. The Andover website has more information on keeping safe among mosquito-born viruses. Find out more at here. Pomps Pond Closed: The Department of Community Services closed Pomps Pond for the season this past Sunday, Aug. 14. Gas Prices: Here are some of the lowest…

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, Aug. 2

Izzy's in downtown is offering a deal in connection to Andover Patch's new fashion column.

Here are five things you need to know today: Deal at Izzy’s: In connection with Andover Patch’s new fashion column, Izzy’s Emporium in downtown Andover will be offering a 10 percent discount on all items in the store in the month of August. You just have to mention Andover Patch. Andover National Send Off Rally on Thursday: The Andover National 12-year-olds finished a dominating season with the conquest of the state title on Sunday, beating Braintree 7-6. Now see them off in a celebration Thursday morning at the front steps of the Town Offices. Find out more here. 50% Off at Dylan’s: Get $20 worth of food at Dylan’s Bar and Grill for $10 with this coupon posted on Signpost.com. Find out more at here. Gas Prices: Here are some of the lowest…

Monday, August 1, 2011

Five Things You Need to Know Today, August 1

Find out where you can get free water and check out the coverage of Andover little league's state victory.

Here are five things you need to know today: Nationals Are State Champs!!!: The Andover National 12-year-olds finished a dominating season with the conquest of the state title on Sunday, beating Braintree 7-6. Check out the full coverage at 6 a.m. Free Gym Access: Get free access to the Boston Sports Club when the temperature goes above 90 degrees, which it is expected to tomorrow. It is not available Monday to Thursday, 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Find out more at here. Free Water: Get any amount of gas at the River Road Mobil and grab two free bottles of water in a bin by the register! Gas Prices: Here are some of the lowest unleaded gas prices according to motortrend.com: the Gulf, 65 Main Street – $3.73/gallon; Sunoco 205 North Main Street…

Friday, July 29, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, July 29

Find out what's being served up today at Whole Food's Foodie Friday.

Here are five things you need to know today: Nationals Take First Game: The Andover National 12-year-olds traveled to Taunton last night in the first game of the state championship and came back with a winn. Check out the article today at 6 a.m. Foodie Friday’s: Whole Foods will be holding it’s weekly Foodie Friday today at 11 a.m. and, this week, will be featuring grill items for you to sample. Find out more at here. Passport to Andover: Andover Patch will be launching the fifth of a series of articles to help you become a tourist in your own town. Find a daily excursion each day this week. The Treasure Hunt feature goes up at 1 p.m. Gas Prices: Here are some of the lowest unleaded gas prices according to motortrend.com: the Gulf, 65 Main…

Thursday, July 28, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, July 28

Find out where you can get a half price botox and check out a preview of tonight's championship game.

Here are five things you need to know today: Nationals Head to the Championship!!: After a devastating sweep of Section 4 of Massachusetts Little League Baseball, the 12-year-old Andover National baseball team is heading to Taunton today to play Wellesley in the first game of the Little League State Championship. Check out the preview article today at 6 a.m. Half Price Botox: The New England Eye and Facial Specialists, at 6 Windsor St., are offering a botox treatment for half price, from $300 down to $150. Find out more at Groupon.com. Passport to Andover: Andover Patch will be launching the fourth of a series of articles to help you become a tourist in your own town. Find a daily excursion each day this week. A Little Bit of Paradise …

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, July 27

Take a look at a local deal and a preview for an upcoming musical.

Here are five things you need to know today: Hairspray Preview: Check out a preview of songs from the Summer Theatre Ensemble’s production of Hairspray. The full performances will be on Friday, Aug. 5; Saturday, Aug. 6 and Sunday, Aug. 7 at the Collins Center. $14 senior rate. Find out how more here. Free Water: Get any amount of gas at the River Road Mobil and grab two free bottles of water in a bin by the register! Passport to Andover: Andover Patch will be launching the third of a series of articles to help you become a tourist in your own town. Find a daily excursion each day this week. The Travel Back in Time feature goes up at 1 p.m. Gas Prices: Here are some of the lowest unleaded gas prices according to motortrend.com: the Gulf, 65…

Monday, July 25, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, July 25

Check out Patch's new passport feature series and talk to one of your state reps.

Here are five things you need to know today: Speak to Your Rep: Discuss your concerns with the state budget with Andover’s representative Paul Adams (R-Andover) this morning at the Andover Senior Center. He’ll be holding office hours at 10 a.m. Find out how more here. Passport to Andover: Andover Patch will be launching the first of a series of articles to help you become a tourist in your own town. Find a daily excursion each day this week starting today. The Hidden Gem feature, the first of the series, goes up at 1 p.m. Gas Prices: Here are some of the lowest unleaded gas prices according to motortrend.com: the Gulf, 65 Main Street – $3.73/gallon; Sunoco 205 North Main Street –$3.74/gallon; Mobil, 14 North Main St.- $3.75/gallon. Weather…

Friday, July 22, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, July 22

Play tennis at PA or find out which gas station in downtown has just lowered their price.

Here are five things you need to know today: Open Tennis at PA: All are welcome to the Phillips Academy tennis courts on Dwight Street tonight, and every Friday night, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., weather permitting. All skill levels are welcome. Find out how more here. Five Things To Do This Weekend: Check out all there is to do in Andover throughout the weekend, from wine tastings to Farmers Markets. This feature goes up at 10 a.m. Gas Prices: Here are some of the lowest unleaded gas prices according to motortrend.com: the Gulf, 65 Main Street – $3.73/gallon; Sunoco, 205 North Main Street –$3.74/gallon; Mobil, 14 North Main St.- $3.75/gallon. Weather: There’s a chance of fog before 8 a.m. today, with temperatures rising to a high of 98 …

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

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Five Things You Need To Know Today, July 20

Find out more about the weather and a concert in the park tonight.

Here are five things you need to know today: High Tea (Lemonade) & History: Learn about Andover’s rich history through one of the historical society’s knowledgeable historians and also enjoy some tea; or, in this heat, Lemonade. Find out how more here. Jive in the Park: Enjoy one of the free Summer Concert Series in the Park events tonight at 6 p.m. This week Ricco Barr & Jump Jive Review will be playing their mix of Swing, Jazz and Pop. Find out more here.   Gas Prices: Here are some of the lowest unleaded gas prices according to motortrend.com: Sunoco 205 North Main Street –$3.69/gallon; Mobil, 14 North Main St.- $3.69/gallon; the Gulf, 65 Main Street – $3.69/gallon. Weather: Make sure to bring your umbrella with you because …

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, July 19

Weather and SHED activities for kids are among the five things today.

A Season of Legion Baseball: Sports editor Jay Oza details the season of the Senior Legion Baseball team this summer in a feature today. He explains all the moves that led them to end with a 8-5 season. This goes up at 6 a.m. SHED Stuff this Summer: For students in middle school, the SHED offers a team building exercise program where kids try a variety of exercises where they need to rely on their teammates to succeed. Find out more here. Gas Prices: Here are some of the lowest unleaded gas prices according to motortrend.com: Sunoco 205 North Main Street –$3.69/gallon; Mobil, 14 North Main St.- $3.69/gallon; the Gulf, 65 Main Street – $3.73/gallon. Weather: Today should bring a high of 87 degrees with a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms, …

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