College Cafeteria Reopened After Cockroach Infestation

Submitted Photo: Merrimack College President Chris Hopey having breakfast with student government.

Subscribe to North Andover Patch news alerts. Sparky’s Place, the main dining hall at Merrimack College closed by public health officials earlier this week for a cockroach infestation, re-opened on Friday morning for breakfast.

North Andover public health officials inspected the dining hall on Thursday, and gave the college permission to re-open the dining hall.

The college students received an email with the news: “We thank all students and families for their patience and cooperation during these past two days, and apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Be assured that in the weeks and months ahead, Merrimack will work with Sodexo to prevent any repeat of this issue.”

Those who still have questions or specific concerns can contact communications@merrimack.edu.