Annie's Book Stop, a long time fixture in downtown North Andover, will close today, July 31.
Annie's owner Judy Normandin said the rising cost of fuel, wages and rent makes it tough to keep up with the economy. Ongoing construction and renovation at Messina's Shopping Centre, where Annie's is located, is also a factor, she said.
"It's time for a change," Normandin said. She plans to reopen the store, possibly in a bigger location and hopefully in North Andover, but she doesn't know when that will be.
— Drake Lucas
