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97.9 WHAV ♦ December 09, 2024 ♦ Public Media of New England, Inc.
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Haverhill Fire Blames Light Fixture for Silver Street House Fire Friday
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(Additional photographs below.) A faulty ceiling light fixture is blamed for a fire that broke out early Friday afternoon in Haverhill. Fire Chief Robert M. O’Brien told WHAV at the scene the fire in the home at 74 Silver St. began in the ceiling of a second-floor bedroom and extended into the attic. “The crews went up through the attic …
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Police, Fire, EMS Host Sixth Annual Haverhill Heroes and Helpers
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(Additional photographs below.) Dozens of area children in need may go holiday shopping for their families this year thanks to the city’s first responders. Saturday’s sixth annual Heroes and Helpers program raised $22,000, marking the program’s biggest year yet, according to Police Chief Robert P. Pistone. “We did a big posting two days ago on Facebook and as a result …
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Haverhill Fire Department Receives $10,000 Donation From American Legion Post 4
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The Haverhill Fire Department on Saturday accepted a $10,000 donation from the American Legion to be used for community education. Senior Vice Commander Fred A. Simmons of the Wilbur M. Comeau American Legion Post 4 was among those who presented the check, which represents proceeds the organization received from a raffle held earlier this year. Lt. Brian Ray, who is …
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Giving to WHAV Means Supporting Local News Everywhere
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There are only a few weeks left to ensure local news coverage in the year ahead. Until Dec. 31, new or increased contributions to nonprofit WHAV are matched dollar-for-dollar up to $1,000 by NewsMatch. What’s more, new monthly donations are matched 12 times! If you’ve been putting off a donation, consider this: WHAV breaks stories first that are later picked …
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Sections: Haverhill, What's On?
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Police Arrest 40-Year-Old on Drug Charges at Lawrence Daycare Center Where Children Were Present
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A 40-year-old Lawrence man was arrested Friday after police said they “found a variety of suspected drugs in a registered daycare center” where two young children were present. Antonio “Tony” Solano was charged with distribution of a Class B substance, distribution of methamphetamine, two counts of trafficking 10 or more grams of a Class A substance and two counts of …
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U.S. Rep. Trahan Subject of Bomb Threat at Her Home; Capitol, State and Westford Police Investigating
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Congresswoman Lori Trahan said Saturday she and her family were the targets of a bomb threat. Trahan issued a statement after Westford Police responded to a bomb threat targeting her home. “This morning, I was made aware of a bomb threat targeting my family and me. I am grateful to the excellent officers at the Westford Police Department who responded …
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Northern Essex Police Cadets Donate Toys To Boys and Girls Clubs for Third Year
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(Additional photograph below.) A partnership between Northern Essex Community College police cadets and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Haverhill and Lawrence will see more than 200 toys distributed to children in need this holiday season. Cadets in the Sixth Recruit Officer Course donated new toys, including basketballs, board games and puzzles for area kids. The event was coordinated …
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Sections: Haverhill, Region
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Methuen Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8349 Hosts Army vs. Navy Game Viewing Party
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The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8349 of Methuen is having an Army vs. Navy football game watch party this Saturday. It features a $10 buffet from Texas Roadhouse, raffles, door prizes and quarterly drawings for large-screen TVs. A cash bar will also be available. Tickets for the meal may be purchased in advance at the Veterans of Foreign Wars …
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Sections: Community Spotlight, Region
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Today’s Obituaries
- William L. Anderson
- Sandra Anne (Arakelian) Favor
- Shirley Lillian (Gustafson) Peterson
Featuring listings from all Haverhill funeral homes:
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- 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. Guests: Rep. Ryan Hamilton and Haverhill Breakfast Exchange Club President Judy Riopelle.
- 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.
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Car Chronicles: Hosted by CBS News AutoBeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert, 10:45 a.m. and 6:45 p.m.
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- Insight Daily: 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m.
- Suspense: 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
Tuesday’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: Boys and Girls Club of Greater Haverhill Executive Director Javier Bristol.
- 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.
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Car Chronicles: Hosted by CBS News AutoBeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert, 10:45 a.m. and 6:45 p.m.
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- 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.
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