Business Bulletin

Haverhill Servpro Owners Acquire New Stoneham and Wakefield Franchises

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Servpro Haverhill and Newburyport owners Michelle and Patrick Lavigne recently acquired the Stoneham and Wakefield franchises. The Haverhill-based company completed the transaction with former owner Marc LeBlanc Feb. 25. The company provides local and large-scale disaster recovery by removing biohazard contaminants through cleanup that involves facility and structural disinfection, focusing on high-touch surfaces including doorknobs, switches, toilets, phones and tables. Jodi Feil, the local company’s sales and marketing manager, told WHAV, COVID-19 has not changed the firm’s operations and they are proceeding normally.

Community Spotlight

Greater Haverhill Arts Association Promotes Local Art; Provides Monthly Workshops

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WHAV’s Community Spotlight is turning its attention to those civic and charitable organizations that make Greater Haverhill a wonderful place to live. With the mission of promoting artists to keep art as an integral part of the community, Greater Haverhill Arts Association has provided opportunities to share art with enthusiasts since 1971. Focusing on several art forms, monthly workshops are available for all ages and skill levels to learn and improve through demonstrations by professional artists. The Haverhill Art Festival, for example, is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 12 and is free to the public.

Haverhill River Bards Schedule Spring Poetry Series and Open Mic May 1

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The next Haverhill River Bards Spring Poetry Series and Open Mic is scheduled for the first of May. Haverhill River Bards are a group of local poets with a passion for shining a light on poetry, prose, spoken word and other literary arts. Open mic follows on a first-come, first-served basis. The series begins Friday, May 1, 7-9 p.m., at HC Media Studio 101, 2 Merrimack St., Haverhill.

Business Bulletin

Merrimack Valley Chamber Gears COVID-19 Webinar to Business

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Andover lawyer Mathew D. Batastini and Lawrence General Hospital’s Paul Brennan, during a webinar tomorrow morning, discuss issues facing businesses during the current coronavirus scare. Hosted by Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce, the free webinar provides room for discussions regarding the current state of the virus, its impact on business and provides opportunities to ask questions. Batastini is a managing partner at Schwartz Hannum who counsels corporate and educational clients on aspects of employment issues, including practices applicable to students, employees and communities. Brennan serves as the Lawrence General Hospital’s pre-hospital emergency medical services. The webinar begins at 8 a.m. Register at register.gotowebinar.com/register/3839982093470327810.

Haverhill

House Approves Campbell and Vargas Amendments for Haverhill Transit Projects

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Reps. Linda Dean Campbell and Andy X. Vargas recently filed amendments to a state transportation borrowing bill that provides additional money for Haverhill transportation projects. As part of the Massachusetts House’ passage of a $18.3 billion bond, members approved a Vargas amendment to add $100 million for the Haverhill Rail Line Early Action Capacity Program and $50,000 for the Haverhill Transportation Alliance and Campbell amendments to add $3.13 million for an intersection redesign at Marston’s corner, Methuen, and $350,000 for an extension to Bradford Rail Trail so that it connects to the Bradford commuter rail station. “From the Basiliere bridge, to our highways, MVRTA and Haverhill commuter rail line—it is evident that the status of our transportation system is unsatisfactory at best and detrimental to our economy at worst,” Vargas said. He added, “That’s why I’m thrilled that the House took up and passed serious transportation legislation.

Region

Drivers May Expect Howe Street, Route 213 Delays as Bridge Repairs Take Place

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Drivers should expect nightly delays for the next three months when traveling over Methuen’s Howe Street Bridge and along Route 213 east. Massachusetts Department of Transportation began work Sunday to repair a damaged beam on the bridge. Repairs take place each night, 8 p.m.-4:30 a.m., when traffic shifts to a single travel lane both north and southbound. Route 213 eastbound will also closed, as needed, while demolition of the beam and bridge deck take place overhead. When Route 213 eastbound is closed, drivers will be detoured at exit 3 onto Pleasant Street.

Haverhill

The Switchboard Launches Artist-in-Residence Program with Lindsay Jordan Handmade

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Lindsay Jordan Handmade, a retailer of handmade jewelry and bags. Kicks off The Switchboard’s “Artist-in-Residence” program, Saturday, April 4, in downtown Haverhill. Lindsay Jordan Handmade is featured during weekly open studio hours, every Saturday in April, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., at The Switchboard, 43 Washington St., Haverhill. A pop-up shop is also open Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., while Fridays offer “Maker Nights” with the artist from 4-9 p.m.

“Unique design, combined with quality materials, make fabulous jewelry and bags,” says artist Lindsay Jordan, adding, “This philosophy…is reflected in my carefully selected collection of fabric, leather and unique metal jewelry clasps, which I design into handmade accessories that are truly my own- eclectic and fun, yet interesting and classic.”

The Switchboard, co-owned by Hailey Moschella and Sarah LoVasco, provides “Artist-in-Residence” participants with a space to work, exhibit and sell their art; offer classes; and host artist talks for four weeks. There’s a full schedule and more about the Artist-in-Residence program at theswitchboardhaverhill.com.

Community Spotlight

John Greenleaf Whittier School Plans Free Annual Family Spring Carnival

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John Greenleaf Whittier Middle School is planning its annual “Family Spring Carnival” for May. This free event for students and their families includes pizza, games, music, dancing, face painting and prizes. A snack stand will be available for the purchase of additional refreshments. The event is planned for Wednesday, May 27, 6-8 p.m., at John Greenleaf Whittier’s cafeteria and gym, 256 Concord St., Haverhill. Reserve a ticket by contacting Tiffany Midolo at 978-374-5782 by Friday, May 22.