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Haverhill, Area Communities Suffering Flood Damage Not Eligible for Federal Disaster Aid

By WHAV News Staff | September 22, 2023

Haverhill and several other Essex County cities and towns with major flooding damage from the Aug. 8 storms were denied federal disaster relief coverage last Friday. Mayor James J. Fiorentini, who shared the notice Thursday, and the City Council had declared a public emergency in the immediate aftermath of the storms in hopes of bolstering the city’s case for emergency financial assistance for public infrastructure, businesses and homeowners. One hundred and seventy-two residents submitted private property damage claims forms totaling about $2.5 million and 21 businesses submitted claims totaling about $3.7 million.

Haverhill Councilors Back Ballot Questions That Could Limit Candidates Holding Several Jobs

The full City Council, as expected, ratified two non-binding ballot questions asking voters to weigh in on whether a candidate should be allowed to run for, or hold, two elected offices at the same time. As WHAV reported first late last month, a subcommittee recommended placing the questions before voters. Those sprung from a proposal by Council President Timothy J. Jordan, Council Vice President John A. Michitson and Councilor Melissa J. Lewandowski to ask voters opinions about a charter change to prohibit someone from running for more than on elected position in the same election cycle.

After Hearing, Haverhill Latin Teacher Remains on Unpaid Leave, Still Must Stay Away School

Haverhill High School Latin teacher James “Jay” Fiorentini Jr. remains on unpaid leave and, despite a judge relaxing some restrictions this week, the Haverhill school administration said Thursday he is still not allowed on school property. Fiorentini is accused of “annoying/accosting” two students during a May 4 incident—details of which remain impounded at Newburyport District Court. “His presence remains restricted from our school buildings,” school Superintendent Margaret Marotta said, responding to an inquiry by WHAV.

Maroulis to Spearhead Fundraising Campaign for Historic New England

Nora Trebbe Maroulis has joined Historic New England to spearhead planning for a $150-$200 million fundraising campaign that will support such projects as a planned mixed-use downtown Haverhill Center and the revitalization of the Otis House property in Boston. The campaign, aided by a $250,000 state earmark secured by Haverhill state Rep. Andy X. Vargas, encompasses program advancement, capital investments and endowment growth. “It’s inspiring to be part of HNE’s vision and to stand on the brink of achieving something that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.

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Tribute to Artist ‘Tomaso’ Schena with his Work Saturday at Plaistow Historical Society
Family of Drowning Victim Simard, Formerly of Haverhill, Begin Online Fundraiser for His Children
Haverhill Council Grants Approval for Eight Senior Apartments in Riverside Area

Haverhill

  • Haverhill, Area Communities Suffering Flood Damage Not Eligible for Federal Disaster Aid

    Haverhill and several other Essex County cities and towns with major flooding damage from the Aug.

  • Haverhill Councilors Back Ballot Questions That Could Limit Candidates Holding Several Jobs

    The full City Council, as expected, ratified two non-binding ballot questions asking voters to weigh in on whether a candidate should be allowed to run for, or hold, two elected offices at the same time.

  • After Hearing, Haverhill Latin Teacher Remains on Unpaid Leave, Still Must Stay Away School

    Haverhill High School Latin teacher James “Jay” Fiorentini Jr. remains on unpaid leave and, despite a judge relaxing some restrictions this week, the Haverhill school administration said Thursday he is still not allowed on school property.

  • Maroulis to Spearhead Fundraising Campaign for Historic New England

    Nora Trebbe Maroulis has joined Historic New England to spearhead planning for a $150-$200 million fundraising campaign that will support such projects as a planned mixed-use downtown Haverhill Center and the revitalization of the Otis House property in Boston.

  • Tribute to Artist ‘Tomaso’ Schena with his Work Saturday at Plaistow Historical Society

    A beloved local artist, who passed away this spring, will be remembered tomorrow with an exhibit at the Plaistow Historical Society.

  • Family of Drowning Victim Simard, Formerly of Haverhill, Begin Online Fundraiser for His Children

    The family of a 44-year-old Methuen man, who drowned Wednesday while trying to save a child, has launched an online fundraiser to help pay for arrangements and meet the needs of his four children.

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Region

  • Tribute to Artist ‘Tomaso’ Schena with his Work Saturday at Plaistow Historical Society

    A beloved local artist, who passed away this spring, will be remembered tomorrow with an exhibit at the Plaistow Historical Society.

  • Methuen Man, 44, Drowns During Rescue of Child at Salisbury Beach

    A 44-year-old Methuen man attempting to save a child was identified Thursday as the victim in a drowning the day before in Salisbury.

  • Art in Bloom Designer Cindy Knight Provides Atkinson Garden Club Demonstration

    Cindy Knight, a member of the Atkinson Garden Club and a Museum of Fine Arts’ Art in Bloom designer will recreate six to eight of her designs during the next open meeting of the Atkinson Garden Club.

  • Methuen Police Explorer Program Offers Information Sept. 26

    The Methuen Police Explorer Program is looking for its next class of young adults by offering an information session next week.

  • Merrimack Valley Credit Union Team Builds Children’s Beds For Lynn-Based A Bed for Every Child

    Merrimack Valley Credit Union team members last month joined the Metro Boston Chapter of the Cooperative Credit Union Association to build beds for Lynn-based A Bed for Every Child that builds and donates new beds to children in need.

  • Groveland Police Cite Haverhill Man in Accident Involving Woman and Child Crossing Street

    A 51-year-old Haverhill man was cited for failure to slow down for pedestrians after a 67-year-old Groveland woman and 7-year-old juvenile were struck Monday morning while crossing a street near Groveland’s Dr. Elmer S. Bagnall School.

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Crime

  • Methuen Police Arrest Two on Alleged Fentanyl and Crack Cocaine Dealing

    Methuen police last week seized fentanyl and crack cocaine and arrested two for alleged drug dealing.

  • Police Arrest 14-Year-Old for Alleged Shooting Murder of 19-Year-Old Last Week in Lawrence

    A 14-year-old was charged Wednesday with murder in connection with the Sept.

  • Police Arrest 11 After Drug Raids in Lynn, Haverhill, Lawrence and Methuen

    A joint operation undertaken last Thursday in Lynn, Haverhill, Lawrence and Methuen brought nine arrests of Lawrence residents, two arrests of Lynn residents and the seizure of more than 18 kilograms of fentanyl, two semi-automatic pistols, $10,000, a Mercedes Benz and a portable hydraulic compartment to hide narcotics.

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Education

  • Whittier Tech Athletic Hall of Fame Honors 10 as Part of 50th Anniversary Launch

    Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School celebrates its 50th anniversary next month with the first induction class into the Whittier Tech Athletic Hall of Fame.

  • Sullivan: Increased Competition or Bringing Services In-House May Resolve Haverhill School Bus Issues

    At least one member of the Haverhill School Committee says increased competition or bringing some school transportation in-house could be the answer to late buses and a shortage of buses and drivers.

  • ‘Vaping 101,’ First in Haverhill Schools’ Current Health Series, Takes Place Online Tonight

    The first in a series of Haverhill school health talks, “Vaping 101,” takes place tonight to help caregivers, the community and families understand the negative effects of youth e-cigarette use.

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Community Spotlight

  • Tribute to Artist ‘Tomaso’ Schena with his Work Saturday at Plaistow Historical Society

    A beloved local artist, who passed away this spring, will be remembered tomorrow with an exhibit at the Plaistow Historical Society.

  • Art in Bloom Designer Cindy Knight Provides Atkinson Garden Club Demonstration

    Cindy Knight, a member of the Atkinson Garden Club and a Museum of Fine Arts’ Art in Bloom designer will recreate six to eight of her designs during the next open meeting of the Atkinson Garden Club.

  • Haverhill River Bards’ Fall Poetry Nights Begin Tonight with Paulette Demers Turco

    Tonight marks the start of Haverhill River Bards’ series of fall poetry nights with poet Paulette Demers Turco reading from her newly released book “Shimmer.” Published poets begin each night with a reading followed by an open mic where audience members may sign up to share their own poetry, prose and other literary arts.

More Community Spotlight Stories

Business Bulletin

  • Maroulis to Spearhead Fundraising Campaign for Historic New England

    Nora Trebbe Maroulis has joined Historic New England to spearhead planning for a $150-$200 million fundraising campaign that will support such projects as a planned mixed-use downtown Haverhill Center and the revitalization of the Otis House property in Boston.

  • Merrimack Valley Credit Union Team Builds Children’s Beds For Lynn-Based A Bed for Every Child

    Merrimack Valley Credit Union team members last month joined the Metro Boston Chapter of the Cooperative Credit Union Association to build beds for Lynn-based A Bed for Every Child that builds and donates new beds to children in need.

  • Second Green Goddess Golf Invitational Raises $16,000 for Patriots Helping Vets

    The Second Annual Green Goddess Golf Invitational, hosted and organized by cannabis retailer Stem of Haverhill, attracted 450 participants and raised $16,000 for Patriots Helping Vets, a Massachusetts non-profit focused on helping veterans heal through horticultural therapy and promoting veterans’ rights to cultivate medicinal plants.

More Business Bulletin Stories

State House

  • State Seeks Federal Transportation Grants—One Would Improve Local Train Service

    Gov. Maura Healey’s administration this week submitted $2 billion in federal grant applications for a variety of statewide transportation projects, including one familiar with local commuter rail passengers.

More State House Stories

What’s On?

  • Podcast: Haverhill Author Releases ‘Killer Dreams’ Novel Even as he Gives Life Himself

    A Haverhill author’s latest novel focuses on loss of life following an accident even as he regains his strength in real life after personally giving the gift of life.

  • Podcast: All Five Haverhill Mayoral Candidates Answer Questions About Pressing Issues

    All five candidates running to become Haverhill’s next mayor have spoken directly to listeners during a series of live interviews with Win Damon, host of WHAV’s “Win for Breakfast” program.

More What's On Stories

Election Central

  • Haverhill Councilors Back Ballot Questions That Could Limit Candidates Holding Several Jobs

    The full City Council, as expected, ratified two non-binding ballot questions asking voters to weigh in on whether a candidate should be allowed to run for, or hold, two elected offices at the same time. As WHAV reported first late last month, a subcommittee recommended placing the questions before voters.

  • Haverhill Mayoral Candidate Wood Withdraws Citing ‘Falsehoods;’ Cooper Joins Barrett on Fall Ballot

    Mayoral candidate and sitting 20-year School Committee member Scott W. Wood Jr., leaves public life at the end of the year after choosing by Monday’s deadline to end his mayoral run. Wood’s withdrawal, followed by his preliminary election elimination from a Ward 4 School Committee post, represents his precipitous fall since June when allegations resurfaced of racist and misogynist conduct while he was working as a police officer.

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