Here's our weekly recap of the top stories covered by Andover News for the week that just ended, including top stories, the wild weather week in Andover, government notebook and school news:

Andover High School Building Committee Gets To Work

Current enrollment at Andover High School is around 1,800 students and projected to grow to 1,900 in coming years. The current building was designed for 1,400 students. A 1995 renovation expanded capacity to 1,600 students. Previous studies have found that renovating the existing building to increase capacity would cost in excess of $100 million.

Andover Little Leaguers Win District, Advance To Sectionals

Andover Little League's Under-12 team moved one step closer to playing in next month's Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA after winning the Massachusetts District 14 tournament earlier this month.

Andover Residents Spot Black Bear Near Haggetts Pond

"It is not normal for that area and, more than likely, that is a single bear that's moving through those towns," David Wattles of the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife said.

First Lady Jill Biden Attends Andover DNC Fundraiser

First Lady Jill Biden is scheduled to be in Andover Thursday afternoon to attend a Democratic Party fundraiser as part of a three-day visit to Massachusetts that includes stops in Boston and Nantucket.

Wild Weather Week

Andover, Northeastern Massachusetts In 'Severe Drought'

Most areas of Massachusetts had under 2.5 inches of rainfall in June, well below the usual June average of nearly four inches, and that dry weather has continued into July. Unlike several other area towns, Andover has yet to implement outside water use restrictions, but the DPW is urging Andover residents to take the following steps to conserve water.

No Injuries In Mile-Long Andover Brush Fire

The fire, which was reported around 7 pm Tuesday, ran along the high-tension power lines near 296 High Plain Road in Andover. There were no injuries.

As Dry Summer Continues, DPW Urges Water Conservation

Most areas of Massachusetts had under 2.5 inches of rainfall in June, well below the usual June average of nearly four inches, and that has the Andover Department of Public Works and Water Division urging residents to take steps to conserve water.

Government Notebook

Remote Andover Government Meetings Likely To Continue As State Nears Agreement On Extension

An authorization born in the height of the COVID-19 pandemic allowing government meetings to be held remotely was set to expire Friday. Municipal leaders across the state have been pushing for an extension as residents praised the convenience of the meetings. Both the state Senate and House of Representatives have passed bills extending the authorization and are expected to reconcile the legislation before Friday's deadline.

Andover Planning Board Approves Special Permit For Drug Treatment Facility

The planning board approved a special permit Tuesday for an inpatient and outpatient drug treatment facility at 140 Haverhill Street in Andover, saying it would "not be unreasonably detrimental to the future character of the neighborhood."

Andover Public Schools Reviewing Safety Practices

"APS recognizes the trust families place in us when sending their children to school each day," the message said. "The recommendations of an outside security firm will inform us of additional best practices that may enhance the security of our buildings to ensure the safety of our students and staff."

Andover Public Schools 2022-23 School Calendar

It may seem like summer just started, but school bells will be ringing again before you know it. Here's the 2022-23 Andover Public Schools calendar.

Summer Work Permit Hours At Andover High School

School may be closed for the summer, but Andover High School students can still pick up work permits at the school.

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