2020 Guide To Merrimack Valley's Light Displays: Patch PM

ANDOVER, MA — It's Tuesday, Dec. 8. Here's what Patch has been covering in the Merrimack Valley and across Massachusetts today.

Last month, Patch asked readers for help putting together a tour of the area's best holiday light displays. And you delivered, showcasing impressive yards across the Merrimack Valley. Now your neighbors will know where to find the most impressive displays around.

It's not too late to get on the list: We LOVE reader submissions, so we will update the list until New Year's Eve. We're not picky about where you live — just because your town isn't on the list yet doesn't mean we don't want to see your display. So tell us why your light display is special and send your pictures to chris.huffaker@patch.com. (Read more about getting on the list.)

Check out Patch's 2020 Guide To The Merrimack Valley's Best Light Displays

Also in the Merrimack Valley

Wilmington Family To Compete On ABC Christmas Light Competition

Wilmington's Fiore family will appear on ABC's "Great Christmas Light Fight" Wednesday at 8 p.m. for their display at 12R Concord Street.

For the episode, filmed last year, the Fiores go up against a Utah family, a Missouri family and a New York family for $50,000 and the "Light Fight Trophy."

North Andover Police Warn Of Holiday Season Porch Pirates

Online shopping has reached an all-time high due to the coronavirus pandemic as package thieves gear up for the holiday season in North Andover and across the country.

After recent package thefts, North Andover police warned Monday about the danger and gave recommendations for prevention, although Detective Lt. Eric Foulds noted that thefts are 'actually down from years past."

Town officials look to ease license burdens on local restaurants

Aware of how badly local restaurants have been hit by the coronavirus pandemic, town governments are exploring ways to make their lives a little easier.

In North Andover, that means allowing businesses to get their licenses renewed even if behind on taxes, while in Wilmington, selectmen are considering reducing or eliminating license fees next year.

DA Releases Name Of Woman In Wheelchair Who Died In Lowell Crash

The woman and the man who was pushing her wheelchair were raced to the hospital Saturday night after a truck with a plow hit them.

How American Sign Language Came To Chelmsford High School

When a high school student considers which world languages to study, Spanish and French come to mind. At Chelmsford, they wanted American Sign Language.

North Andover Reports New High Of 189 Coronavirus Cases

Active cases nearly doubled over the last week after falling below 100 on Nov. 30.

Across Massachusetts

MA Rolls Back Reopening As COVID-19 Threatens Hospital Capacity

Massachusetts is moving back to the first step of phase three of the reopening plan and instituting additional restaurant restrictions.

5 MA Republicans Who Lost Sue To Nullify November Election

The suit asks for 2 million votes to be tossed and echoes claims made in lawsuits filed in other states by Donald Trump's campaign.

LISTEN: 911 Call Details North Reading House Fire Rescue

In the call and recordings, you can hear the off-duty North Reading Police Sergeant keep first responders updated during the rescue.

'Bittersweet': China Moon's Waning Days In Stoneham

After 67 years as a hub for team dinners, reunions and birthday parties, the Route 28 mainstay will close Dec. 14.

Young Girl Jumps From Burning Building In Revere

Witnesses said a young girl climbed out a window on the second floor and onto an overhang. She then jumped into the arms of people below.