The Haverhill School Committee got an education at last night’s meeting regarding how school administrators are required to handle incidents of sexual harassment and bullying in public schools. Responding to an increase in such incidents across the state, and here in Haverhill, members of the Policy Subcommittee met this past week to learn what federal policies apply in those types of situations. Gail M. Sullivan, committee chairperson, told her colleagues rules issued by the U.S. Department of Education are very complicated. “I think people think that if a child does something in school, the principal can just say ‘Get out of here.
The Greater Haverhill Chamber is beginning the search for a new leader following the resignation of Irene Haley as president and CEO. According to a statement from the Haverhill Chamber, Haley will be “transitioning out of her position over the next several months.”
“It’s been an honor to serve as the Chamber’s president over the past year. I’ve connected with so many wonderful business people and community leaders during my tenure.
With Halloween right around the corner, the Essex County Ghost Project plans a spooktacular investigation of the Duston-Dustin Garrison, Saturday night in Haverhill. The paranormal investigation takes place Saturday, Oct. 16, at 7 p.m., at the 1689-era garrison house, 655 Hilldale Ave., Haverhill.
Those boarding a bus or train or just passing through at the Sen. Patricia McGovern Transit Center in Lawrence might be in a position to discover a new musical artist now that four custom-decorated and public pianos adorn the setting. Last Saturday, Lawrence’s first public pianos were installed at the station, owned and operated by the Merrimack Valley Transit Authority. The pianos’ journey to Lawrence began when state Rep. Christina Minicucci learned about their availability and connected Newton Community Pride with the MVRTA.
