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Also check out Austin Prep: Fall Open House on the North Andover Patch calendar

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Greetings North Andover! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did North Andover let a late lead slip away?
  • Ready to explore Harold Parker's best horseback loops this fall?
  • How North Andover's Ahavat Olam is backing an Israeli symphony visit

Also on today's calendar: Austin Prep: Fall Open House and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 82 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 71, low: 46.
  • Sunday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 64 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• With patience and poise, Billerica gets a kick out of a thrilling OT win over No. 17 North Andover (bostonglobe.com) — North Andover High's football team fell in overtime to Billerica, 4-0, despite a strong night from quarterback Austin Allen and a late lead in the fourth quarter. Coach Matt Cerullo stressed how far the Scarlet Knights have come since last year's 0-4 start, noting their 3-1 record and resilience even in a tough home loss.
   

• 10 Massachusetts Horseback Riding Destinations For An Unforgettable Outdoor Adventure (takingthekids.com) — Horseback riders in North Andover have a standout option right in town at Harold Parker State Forest, with more than 35 miles of shared-use trails and several scenic loop rides. The guide also spotlights nine other Massachusetts parks and rail trails, helping local riders plan day trips across the state while keeping Harold Parker as an easy, adventure-filled home base.
   

• Shirat Hayam to host Israeli symphony trio Oct. 13 (jewishjournal.org) — A North Andover-based group, Ahavat Olam, is helping sponsor an Oct. 13 concert in Swampscott featuring a trio from the Israel Symphony Orchestra Rishon LeZion, focused on remembrance and support for Israel. North Andover residents can attend with a minimum $36 donation, with higher-level donors invited to a private reception, but advance registration is required for security.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Faces Of Andover: At Robert Jason Salon, Robert Caggiano Builds Friendships One Haircut At A Time (andovermanews.com)
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  • MA Patch Candidate Profile: Ted Semesnyei For State Senate (patch.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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