North Andover Police Stop 35 Drivers In Crosswalk School Safety Sting

Police stopped the vehicles over two days as North Andover ramps up pedestrian safety efforts before school starts.

Merrimack Valley State Representative Accused Of COVID Relief Fund Fraud

State Rep. Francisco Paulino is charged with falsely obtaining unemployment funding and SBLI loans that he used fraudulently.

North Andover Firefighter Returns To Duty After Former Fiancée Was Shot

North Andover firefighter Justin Aylaian's former fiancée was shot during a police interaction at her home in 2025.

Van Driver Trapped Following 3-Vehicle Rollover Crash In North Andover

Two people were hospitalized following the accident Friday morning.

Man Failed To Properly Register As Sex Offender In North Andover, Police Say

A man who police say is a level two sex offender was arrested recently.

Missing Elderly Resident Found In North Andover, Police Say

The resident, who has dementia, went missing Tuesday evening in what police said "could have been a very dangerous situation."

North Andover Police Restores Social Media Account

The North Andover Police Department has a new Facebook page with "proper ownership and administrative controls in place."

DUI Checkpoints Coming To Essex County

The checkpoint will be somewhere in the county, but police don't typically disclose the exact location.

11 Displaced In Apartment Building Fire In North Andover

The blaze broke out at the residential complex Thursday afternoon, fire officials said.

North Andover Police Chief On Paid Administrative Leave: Report

The chief requested the move this week following a no-confidence vote by police unions, according to a report.

Police Unions Call For Removal Of Chief In North Andover

The unions cited a "toxic culture of vindictiveness and professional stagnation" as reasons for the ouster.

North Andover Police Work To Implement Body-Worn Cameras For Officers: Reports

Police and town officials have said it's a priority to find funding for body-worn cameras for officers, according to reports.

Unauthorized Use Of Police Social Media Page Sparks Investigation In North Andover

Police are investigating after what the chief called a "deeply troubling" comment on their Facebook page.

Judge Issues Verdict In Case Of Ex-North Andover Police Officer Fitzsimmons

Kelsey Fitzsimmons was accused of pointing her gun at a fellow officer when being served with a restraining order.

Prosecution Rests Case In Fitzsimmons Trial; Defense Calls Witnesses

Kelsey Fitzsimmons, a police officer shot by a colleague last summer, has been charged with assault with a dangerous weapon.

Ex-Fiancé Of Fitzsimmons Placed On Administrative Leave In North Andover: Reports

The former fiancé of a police officer facing an assault charge has reportedly been put on leave by the fire department.

Septic Truck Crash Leads To Spill, Road Closure In North Andover, Fire Officials Say

A person was hospitalized and a road was shut down following the accident Tuesday, according to fire officials.

Methuen Man Charged In Killing Of His Mother, A Lawrence Teacher: Essex DA

The Essex County District Attorney's Office said Dominga Romano, 55, was found dead in her home early Monday night.

Garbage, Recycling Schedule Changed For Holiday In North Andover

Town Hall will also be closed due to the upcoming holiday.

North Andover Police Officer Shot While Being Served Restraining Order Released From Jail

Officers say she pointed a gun at them, but Kelsey Fitzsimmons says that never happened.

Motor Vehicle Incident Reported In North Andover

Crews responded to the incident Tuesday afternoon.

Spa Manager Charged With Human Trafficking, Business Closed: Methuen Police

The spa was shut down after police found living quarters for two women in the basement of the commercially zoned building, authorities said.

Federal Agents Break Into House With Armored Vehicle To Make Arrest: Report

The federal agents apprehended a wanted gang member and drug dealer, WCVB reported.

North Andover Officer Indicted On Assault With Dangerous Weapon Charge: Report

A police officer who was shot while police were issuing her a restraining order has been indicted, according to a report.

North Andover Police Officer Shot While Being Served Restraining Order Seeks Release

Officer Kelsey Fitzsimmons was shot by a fellow member of the department. She is hospitalized but is still being held in police custody.

Lawrence Fire Displaces 40 Residents, Damages 5 Buildings

The blaze was still smoldering Wednesday morning, the fire chief said.

Natural Gas Line Leak Reported In North Andover, Fire Officials Say

A utility contractor struck the gas line Monday morning, according to a fire department statement.

3 Arrested Following Several Car Break-Ins, North Andover Police Say

Police have made three arrests following a rash of car break-ins this month.

North Andover Police Officer Shot While Being Served Restraining Order Says She "Never Pointed" Her Gun At Officer

In a statement released through her attorney Thursday, she said she was contemplating taking her own life with her gun.

North Andover Police Officer Shot While Being Served Restraining Order Faces Criminal Charges

Officer Kelsey Fitzsimmons, 28, has been charged with armed assault with intent to murder and two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon.

4 Charged In Armed Robbery Of North Andover Jewelry Store, District Attorney Says

The gunpoint robbery last week sparked a massive law enforcement search. Two suspects remain wanted by authorities.

Armed Robbers Hit Jewelry Store In North Andover: Report

Police are searching for suspects in an armed robbery case, according to a report.

Police Shoot, Injure Off-Duty Officer In North Andover

Police were involved in an armed confrontation with an off-duty officer Monday night, according to reports.

Increase In Car Break-Ins Reported In North Andover

Police said there's one common denominator in the incidents, which have occurred in locations across town.

DUI Checkpoint Coming To Essex County

The checkpoint will be somewhere in the county, but police don't typically disclose the exact location.

2 Suspects Arrested In North Andover Theft Case, Police Say

Police caught two suspects accused of involvement in multiple thefts over the last few weeks.

Plane Damaged In Rough Landing At North Andover Airport: Reports

A small plane was damaged and went off the runway at the Lawrence Municipal Airport on Monday, according to reports.

DA Releases ID Of Man Found Dead In Merrimack River Near North Andover

The district attorney's office has released the identity of a man found dead in the Merrimack River north of the Amazon facility.

North Andover Firefighters Recover Dead Man From Merrimack River

An apartment building resident called Wednesday night reporting that they spotted a body floating down the river.

Car Clipped Bicyclist With Mirror, Fled: North Andover Police

Police are searching for a sedan after a bicyclist was clipped and knocked over Wednesday.