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Methuen Community Studios to Host ‘Methuen Back to Business Networking’

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Methuen Community Studios hosts a free ‘Methuen Back to Business Networking’ mixer presented by the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce. Organizers describe the mixer as a place to mix, mingle and network with fellow businesses. The mixer takes place Thursday, July 23, 4:30-6:30 p.m., at Methuen Community Studios, 20 Aegean Drive, Unit 11, Methuen. Registration takes place online at HaverhillChamber.com.

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Make It Haverhill Offers Job Readiness Workshop

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Make It Haverhill is set to host a free job readiness workshop to help individuals navigate the job market with tools and skills to build their confidence. The organization says the workshop will help individuals find jobs that fit their skills and experience, complete job applications, use AI to support job searches, understand job descriptions, prepare for interviews and practice common questions, dress professionally, know how make a positive first impression and write professional follow-up emails. The workshop takes place Wednesday, July 15, 10 a.m. to noon, at Make It Haverhill, 59 Orchard St., Haverhill. Admission is free for all. Those who are looking for their first job, returning to work, or starting a new career path are advised to attend.

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Greater Haverhill Chamber Plans Multi-Chamber Mixer Hosted by Studios 15

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The Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce hosts its second multi-chamber mixer, in concert with two other area chambers of commerce, all hosted by Studios 15 of Amesbury. Haverhill members will be able to mix and mingle with members of the Peabody Area and Southern New Hampshire Chambers of Commerce, where Studios 15 is a member of all three. It is a local media and production company, owned and founded by Imari Bratcher and Alexander Thompson. The company says it works with organizations of all sizes, from nonprofits and small business to larger companies and with people of all different backgrounds, such as veterans and kids with disabilities. Among the companies and organizations Studios 15 works with are YMCA of Merrimack Valley, YWCA, Shared Living Collaborative and Greater Lawrence Family Health Center.

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JBS Corp to Offer Merrimack Valley Chamber Networking and Discussion

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JBS Corp’s Robinson Aquino, author of “The Small-Business Money Game,” and Silverio Insurance Agency’s Ruby Balborda address members of the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce at an upcoming free networking night. JBS Corp CEO Aquino and Balborda, Silverio Insurance executive vice president of sales and operations, discuss what it’s like to build a new line of business into a company that already works, scaling into new markets, creating new teams and targeting new buyers. Aquino will be available to sign copies of “The Small-Business Money Game.” Food and drink will also be provided. The discussion takes place Tuesday, July 14, 5-7 p.m., at JBS Corp., 201 Broadway, Methuen. Registration is required at MerrimackValleyChamber.com or by calling 978-686-0900.

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Haverhill Chamber Names Lowell Five Bank Business of the Month

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Lowell Five Bank, with offices in Haverhill, was named June Business of the Month by the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce. Lowell Five opened its Haverhill Branch in 2008 at 750 Main St., its first outside of Middlesex County. The bank was founded in 1854. It reports, in 2025, employees performed more than 5,000 volunteer hours, engaged in more than 190 charitable partnerships and made more than $500,000 in donations.

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Greater Haverhill Chamber Set to Host Free ‘Coffee Connect’ at Nichols Village

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The Georgetown Groveland Business Alliance of the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce will host a free “Coffee Connect” in July at Nichols Village. Organizers describe the networking series as a place where individuals can meet new members, share ideas and expand their network while enjoying coffee and breakfast. The mixer takes place Wednesday, July 15, 8-9 a.m., at Nichols Village, 1 Nichols Village Way, Groveland. Admission is free for all. Those interested may register at HaverhillChamber.com.

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Anna Jaques Hospital Honors its Aid Association

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Anna Jaques Hospital Aid Association was recently recognized for its longstanding commitment and generosity with a plaque installed in the Newburyport hospital’s Atrium Welcome Center. The plaque was unveiled during a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by hospital leaders, board members and members of the association. Since its founding in 1888, the Anna Jaques Hospital Aid Association has contributed more than $3 million to the hospital to support its mission of providing extraordinary, compassionate care to the community. Through its fundraising and volunteer efforts, including operation of the Anna Jaques Hospital Gift Shop, the Aid Association raises money that stays within the community to support expanded health care services, advanced medical technology and patient-centered programs.

There’s more information about the Anna Jaques Hospital Aid Association at ajh.org.

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Hospitals Join with Cataldo Ambulance

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Merrimack Health, owner of hospitals in Lawrence, Methuen and Haverhill, said Friday it is partnering with Cataldo Ambulance Service to strengthen emergency medical services while supporting intercampus transportation. Officials said nearly all Lawrence Hospital EMS employees will become Cataldo Ambulance employees. “As the needs of our communities continue to grow, we are committed to evolving to meet those needs and ensuring residents have access to high-quality, responsive emergency care,” said Diana Richardson, president and CEO, Merrimack Health. Dennis Cataldo, president and CEO, Cataldo Ambulance Service, added “Together, we will continue delivering exceptional emergency medical services while supporting the dedicated EMS professionals who proudly serve these communities.”

Dispatch operations will remain at Lawrence Hospital. Paramedic and advanced life support services will continue to be provided by Merrimack Health for Lawrence, North Andover, Andover and Methuen.