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Last of Haverhill’s Powder Houses Appears Destined to be Added to National Register of Historic Places

Last of Haverhill’s Powder Houses Appears Destined to be Added to National Register of Historic Places
Haverhill’s 1845-era powder house on Golden Hill appears to be a shoo-in to be added to the National Register of Historic Places. The Massachusetts Historic Commission last month deemed the cone-shaped, circular, brick structure eligible for listing and forwarded its recommendation to the U.S. Interior Department. Haverhill city councilors are expected to be briefed on the process Tuesday night by …

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Expect More Rush Hour Delays Tuesday Morning as I-495 South Repairs Continue Near Ward Hill

Expect More Rush Hour Delays Tuesday Morning as I-495 South Repairs Continue Near Ward Hill
Southbound traffic along Interstate 495 is expected to remain sluggish Tuesday morning as work continues to repair a Ward Hill-area water main break. State transportation officials said the right lane and breakdown lane are expected to remain closed during rush hour traffic as the city completes repairs and lanes are resurfaced near the break. As 97.9 WHAV traffic reports advised …

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Barrett Committee Plans ‘Fall Celebration’ Wednesday

Barrett Committee Plans ‘Fall Celebration’ Wednesday
Haverhill Mayor Melinda E. Barrett plans a “Fall Celebration” Wednesday night in support of her re-election campaign. The fundraiser takes place Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 6-8 p.m., at Casa Blanca Mexican Cantina, 2 Essex St., Haverhill. Contributions are suggested in the range of $100 to $1,000 and may be made payable to Melinda Barrett Election Committee, 22 Littlefield Court, Haverhill. …

Sections: Election Central, Haverhill

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Education

Haverhill’s Nettle School Students Benefit From Annual School Backpack and Supplies Drive

Haverhill’s Nettle School Students Benefit From Annual School Backpack and Supplies Drive
A successful backpack and supplies drive recently delivered for students attending Haverhill’s Dr. Paul C. Nettle School. Haverhill School Committee member Paul A. Magliocchetti said the annual drive, spearheaded by West Congregational Church, works to determine where to make the biggest impact when choosing schools each year. “We have a close working relationship work with the superintendent and find out …

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Bradford Christian Academy Plans Open House Oct. 17 at New Upper School Location

Bradford Christian Academy Plans Open House Oct. 17 at New Upper School Location
Bradford Christian Academy, which recently moved its Upper School to the campus of Northpoint Bible College and Seminary, plans an open house this month where it will showcase its expanded classes and high light programs. The open house for the private Christian school takes place Thursday, Oct. 17, from 4-6 p.m., at Hasseltine Hall, 320 S. Main St. “We are …

Sections: Education, Haverhill

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Community Spotlight

Ozzie’s Kids Halloween Fundraiser Oct. 12

Ozzie’s Kids Halloween Fundraiser Oct. 12
Ozzie’s Kids plans a day of fun and fundraising during its Halloween Fundraiser Saturday, featuring Trunk or Treat, raffles, baked goods and more The event for kids of all ages takes place Saturday, Oct. 12, with doors opening at 11 a.m., at the Elk’s Club, 24 Summer St., in Haverhill. Children’s tickets are $1 and adult tickets are $5. Trunk …

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Business Bulletin

CNA Stores Supporting Tough Warrior Princesses with Charity Jars in October

CNA Stores Supporting Tough Warrior Princesses with Charity Jars in October
CNA Stores, a veteran-owned cannabis company, with locations in Haverhill and Amesbury, this month is supporting Tough Warrior Princesses of Amesbury with its charity jars. Tough Warrior Princesses was selected as CNA’s Charity of the Month and provides support and resources to women impacted by cancer and also raises money for cancer research. Last month, CNA supported Caiden’s Crusaders, and …

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Obituaries New Updated Section

Today’s Obituaries

  • John Anthony Bergeron
  • Lucille Rindone (Ripa)
Featuring listings from all Haverhill funeral homes:
  • Berube-Comeau Funeral Home
  • Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home
  • Kevin B Comeau Funeral Home
  • Dole Childs & Shaw Funeral Home
  • Driscoll Funeral Home
  • H.L. Farmer & Sons Funeral Homes
  • Paul C. Rogers Funeral Homes
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Today’s Radio Highlights

  • WIN for Breakfast: Local news, national and world news from CBS News, weather, traffic, sports and information. Win Damon is light, lively and local, 6-9 a.m. Guest: Thomas Spitalere of Essex County Ghost Project.
  • Classic Hits: Favorites all day, except as indicated
  • Local News: Every half hour from 6-9 a.m., hourly 9 a.m.-3 p.m., every half hour from 3-6 p.m.
  • CBS News: Hourly, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, except as noted.
  • Wave Weather: Meteorologist James Covington provides Merrimack Valley-specific reports, every half hour, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, except as noted.
  • Community Spotlight: News of upcoming cultural and civic events, quarter past every hour.
  • Mass Moments: Today in Massachusetts history, 6:45 a.m. and 3:45 p.m.
  • Melinda’s Garden Moment: Melinda Myers offers tips, 7:45 and 4:45 p.m.
  • Sound Beat: Hosted by Brett Barry, 8:45 a.m. and 5:45 p.m.
  • Banmiller on Business: Hosted by CBS National Business Correspondent Brian Banmiller, 9:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.
  • Car Chronicles: Hosted by CBS News AutoBeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert, 10:45 a.m. and 6:45 p.m.
  • Insight Daily: 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m.
  • Haverhill City Council: Live, 7 p.m.
  • X Minus One: 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.

Wednesday’s Radio Highlights

  • WIN for Breakfast: Local news, national and world news from CBS News, weather, traffic, sports and information. Win Damon is light, lively and local, 6-9 a.m. Guests: Haverhill Public-Private Partnership Director Allison Heartquist and North Andover Historical Society Executive Director Joanna Collantine Kerr.
  • Classic Hits: Favorites all day, except as indicated
  • Local News: Every half hour from 6-9 a.m., hourly 9 a.m.-3 p.m., every half hour from 3-6 p.m.
  • CBS News: Hourly, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, except as noted.
  • Wave Weather: Meteorologist James Covington provides Merrimack Valley-specific reports, every half hour, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, except as noted.
  • Community Spotlight: News of upcoming cultural and civic events, quarter past every hour.
  • Mass Moments: Today in Massachusetts history, 6:45 a.m. and 3:45 p.m.
  • Melinda’s Garden Moment: Melinda Myers offers tips, 7:45 and 4:45 p.m.
  • Sound Beat: Hosted by Brett Barry, 8:45 a.m. and 5:45 p.m.
  • Banmiller on Business: Hosted by CBS National Business Correspondent Brian Banmiller, 9:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.
  • Car Chronicles: Hosted by CBS News AutoBeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert, 10:45 a.m. and 6:45 p.m.
  • Insight Daily: 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m.
  • Great Gildersleeve: 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
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