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🌱 Patch AM: 6 Restaurants Near North Andover Taking Mother’s Day Reservations

Also check out Wonder Grand Opening Week in North Andover - Join Us 5/4-5/7! on the North Andover Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:

  • Reserve a North Andover table now for Mother’s Day dining
  • North Andover native covers Stefon Diggs’ acquittal and what comes next
  • How a North Andover native sees the Bruins’ draft future shifting

Also on today's calendar: Wonder Grand Opening Week in North Andover - Join Us 5/4-5/7! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why wouldn't the little shrimp share his fries with his friends ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 71 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and breezy, temps: high: 66, low: 44.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 59 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 6 Restaurants Near North Andover Taking Mother’s Day Reservations (patch.com) — North Andover families looking to celebrate Mother’s Day on May 10 are urged to book reservations soon at local spots like Tavern on High and Vivacino, as well as nearby Andover favorites. The piece highlights how popular dining out has become for the holiday and notes that Americans are expected to spend billions on special outings and meals this year.    

• Jury reaches verdict in Stefon Diggs case (985thesportshub.com) — Written by a North Andover native, this piece reports that former Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs was acquitted in Dedham District Court of assault and strangulation charges involving a personal chef. It also explains how the verdict may affect his NFL future and possible league discipline.    

• What's next for the Bruins' 1st-round draft picks? (985thesportshub.com) — A North Andover native sportswriter breaks down how the Boston Bruins’ future first‑round draft picks were reshaped by the latest NHL lottery twist. He explains why Toronto’s and Florida’s struggles or success could hugely impact Boston’s 2028 draft haul and long‑term roster plans.    

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  • Hello, I am looking for someone to temporarily foster my friend's dog.
    He is a mixed breed and just under 50 pounds. He is very sweet and good natured. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you. (Nextdoor Waverly)
  • Looking for a painter to paint sections of new clap board on our house.
    It is pre primed gray. Need nail holes filled, caulking and 2 coats on areas to blend in with the rest of exterior. Also would like shutters painted… (Nextdoor Old Center)
  • Chipotle posted a job opening for Kitchen Leader in North Andover. Apply here.
  • Sodexo posted a job opening for Catering Manager 2 in North Andover. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near North Andover here.

🗞 Nearby News

Boxford

  • Mail carriers to help Open Door stamp out hunger Saturday (cnhi.com)
  • St. John's Prep celebrates 20 Eagles at commitment ceremony (itemlive.com)

Andover

  • 6 Restaurants Near Andover Taking Mother's Day Reservations (patch.com)
  • Step Up For Colleen 5K Draws Thousands To Central Park (andovermanews.com)

Tewksbury

  • Armed Man Had Standoff With Cops, Threatened Others, Tewksbury Police Say (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he was shellfish ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!

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