NORTH ANDOVER — Lauren Vincent and Alyssa McNaught will be appearing in the Northeast Youth Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” at the Lynn Memorial Auditorium in Lynn.
The Nutcracker will run from Dec. 8 through Dec. 11. Tickets are $26.00 for adults and $23 for children and seniors (tickets include a $1.00 auditorium fee) and may be obtained through the theater Box Office at Lynn Memorial Auditorium. Groups of 20 or more and students are eligible for discounted tickets at $22.00. For those who qualify, complimentary tickets are also available through NYB’s S.T.A.R.S. Program, a community outreach program created to encourage and educate children and individuals of all ages who might not otherwise have the opportunity to attend the ballet. For more information about Northeast Youth Ballet, please visit their website at www.northeastyouthballet.org or call (781) 665-2236.
Tonight’s DOE meeting place changed
The state Department of Education’s public hearing on the status of Lawrence’s schools is still set for tonight at 5 p.m., but the meeting place has been changed to the Malden Government Center, 200 Pleasant St., Malden. It will be held in the Malden City Council chambers.
Roth won’t seek re-election in Salem
SALEM, N.H. — Selectmen’s Chairman Elizabeth Roth will not seek re-election next year.
Roth, a six-year member of the board, told her colleagues at their meeting last week she does not plan to run again. Roth, a lawyer, did not say why she is stepping down, but board members said other commitments weighed heavily in her decision.
Roth became chairman in March.
“I certainly understand the decision to not run for re-election,” Selectman Michael Lyons said. “She is a very strong board member and I’ll miss her.”
Although Roth and Selectman Pat Hargreaves often disagree on issues, Hargreaves said he will miss her, too.
“She is definitely a very classy lady,” Hargreaves said. “She brings a professional lawyer-type attitude.”
Vice chairman Susan Covey is also up for re-election, but has not said if she will run.
Local business offers to repair City Hall steps
HAVERHILL — The wobbly granite steps in front of city hall will be getting some long overdue repairs.
Mayor James Fiorentini announced that Triad Associates, experts in decorative concrete design, offered to donate their services and products to repair the steps and install pavers outside of city hall. The company has been in business for 25 years, with the last 20 years in Haverhill.
“I appreciate that Triad is donating their expertise to help fix the stairs outside of city hall,” Fiorentini said. “John and Susan from Triad set the example of a public/private partnership.”
Triad Associates owner John Merck said he was thrilled to donate his company’s services to improve the entrance to City Hall. “I hope our commitment to the city will serve as a catalyst for others to do the same,” Merck said. “At Triad, we just do it right.”
Tree sales to benefit Derry Lions’ charities
DERRY — The Derry Lions have started selling Christmas trees from the parking lot at Hood Plaza, adjacent to Five Guys.
They will be there until all trees are sold. All proceeds benefit Derry Lions’ charities, which include providing eyeglasses and eye exams for needy citizens of Derry.
Hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
BJ’s sponsors Holiday Food Drive
HAVERHILL — BJ’s Wholesale Club invites the public to donate non-perishable, non-glass food items to benefit local Feeding America food banks and help ensure those in need receive well-balanced, nutritious meals this holiday season.
Locally, Feeding America supports The Greater Boston Food Bank, which supports several food banks and soup kitchens in Haverhill and Lawrence, and the New Hampshire Food Bank. This Holiday Food Drive will be held today through Dec. 12 at all BJ’s locations, including in Haverhill and Salem. Food donation bins will be located near the entrance and exit of the store. Members and non-members are welcome to donate. Non-members may proceed to the BJ’s Member Services Desk to receive a free 60-day trial membership. More information is available from BJ’s on Facebook by clicking on the “Feeding Communities” tab.