Crime

Jury Finds Haverhill Man Guilty of Seeking Sex with 12-Year-Old

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A now-25-year-old Haverhill man was found guilty of attempting to sex traffic a 12-year-old during a sting two years ago. Prosecutors said Monday Sharath Chandra Bollu, was found guilty by a federal jury after a four-day trial. Bollu was convicted of attempted sex trafficking of a minor and travel with intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct. U.S. Chief District Court Judge Samantha Elliott ordered Bollu held pending sentencing scheduled for Nov. 24.

Business Bulletin

Whitcomb to Speak at WOW Women’s Series Lunch

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Tricia Whitcomb of Whitcomb Consulting will discuss Cybersecurity Skills at the upcoming Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce’s Winning Opportunities for Women Series lunch. “What’s The Cloud? Cybersecurity for All” addresses the question, “How do I protect myself online? And what *is* the cloud? Whitcomb defines cyber terms and concerns and provides basic fundamentals and a framework to follow with specific step-by-step instructions.

Community Spotlight

Role of Women in Historic Preservation Subject of Talk

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Elizabeth Paliga, the senior preservation services manager at Historic New England, will talk about the role of women in preserving history at Whittier Birthplace. Paliga’s talk, “Tenacious Women: A History of Preservation in New England,” will be held Tuesday, Aug. 25, at 6 p.m. in the Whittier Birthplace’s Gus Reusch Welcome Center, 305 Whittier Road, Haverhill. The event is free and is part of the museum’s summer preservation lecture series. It is funded in part through a grant from the Haverhill Cultural Council.

Haverhill

Woofstock’s Third Year Brings New Activities, Features Sept. 19

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See/hear also, “Podcast: Woofstock’s Morgan Previews September Plans.”

Haverhill’s Woofstock is heading into its third year with such expanded offerings as SwiftPaws, a 5,000-ball dog pit and pet costume contest with “WoofWalk,” pet remembrance area and more. What began as a “Possible Dream” at a Team Haverhill annual visioning event, Woofstock has grown into “a thoughtfully curated experience celebrating the role dogs play in our lives while bringing together community, local businesses and organizations.” Founder and Producer Cyndie Morgan explains the idea traces back to her own dog, Nigel, and the people, connections and experiences that came into her life because of him. “Seeing Haverhill’s Woofstock recognized this way is incredibly meaningful,” said Morgan. “Amazing what one idea can become. I’m so grateful to everyone who has helped bring it to life and continues to help it grow.”

The free community event returns Saturday, Sept.

Haverhill

Creative Haverhill Seeks Ideas for Sept. 26 Haverhill Art Walk

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Applications are open to those who can offer interactive programming and contribute to the Alleyway Art Market during next month’s Haverhill Art Walk. Organizations, businesses and individuals are invited to host programming that is free and interactive. Locations include Columbus Park at Railroad Square and the lot next to Creative Haverhill, 43 Washington St., where there will be a lineup of live music. Applications close Tuesday, Sept. 8, and can be found at creativehaverhill.org/haverhill-art-walk.

Region

Methuen Firefighter Among 30 to Graduate from Firefighting Academy

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Trevor Abdallah of Methuen was one of 30 firefighters to graduate Friday from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine and Massachusetts Firefighting Academy leadership said firefighters graduated from the 50-day Career Recruit Firefighting Training Program. Besides Methuen, communities represented included Acton, Auburn, Billerica, Chelsea, Danvers, Malden, Northborough, Revere, Southborough, Walpole, Waltham, Westborough, Westwood and Winthrop. “Massachusetts firefighters are on the frontlines protecting their communities every day, and today’s graduates are needed now more than ever,” said Davine. “The hundreds of hours of foundational training they’ve received will provide them with the physical, mental and technical skills to perform their jobs effectively and safely.”

Students receive classroom training in all basic firefighter skills.

Community Spotlight

Carbone Focus of Haverhill Rotary Club’s 2026 ‘Roast & Toast’

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Longtime Haverhill business owner and philanthropist Peter Carbone will be roasted and toasted by the Rotary Club of Haverhill during a September fundraiser. The owner, with David Gaiero, of the former EZ-Way Cleaners on White Street in Haverhill and other locations, Carbone has a long history of civic engagement in Haverhill. He currently serves as chairman of the Haverhill Board of Health, member of the Haverhill Historic Commission and member of the Haverhill Citizens Hall of Fame Committee. Carbone is also an active member of Pentucket Kiwanis Club. He and Gaiero sold their business in 2022 when they retired.

Business Bulletin

Merrimack Valley Chamber Offers Cedar View Rehab Networking Breakfast

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The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce is planning a networking breakfast at Cedar View Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center of Methuen. The Chamber calls it an opportunity for individuals to make connections and build business relationships while enjoying breakfast. It takes place Thursday, Aug. 27, from 8-9:15 a.m., at Cedar View Rehab, 480 Jackson St., Methuen. Admission is $10 for members and $20 for nonmembers.