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Familiar Haverhill Diner Sports New Name and Greater Food Diversity

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Maria’s Diner formally opened Friday morning, beginning a new era for the former Mark’s Deli in downtown Haverhill. The 2 Railroad Square restaurant was officially recognized by the City of Haverhill as one of downtown’s newest culinary additions with a ribbon cutting ceremony coordinated and scheduled by the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce. It brought customers, city officials, friends and family who gathered to support diner owner, Maria Emond. She pledged a strong focus on customer service. “It’s very important we are friendly and take care of the customers.

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Make It Haverhill Job Fair May 6 Features Cedar’s, Chaucer Leather, More

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Make It Haverhill hosts a job fair next Wednesday at its new Orchard Avenue home. Participating employers include Cedar’s Mediterranean Foods, CREST Collaborative, Mello, Opportunity Works, Waystone Health & Human Services and Chaucer Leather. Also on hand with resources will be Eliot Community Human Services and Haverhill Public Library. The fair takes place Wednesday, May 6, from 10 a.m. to noon, at 59 Orchard St., Haverhill. Make It Haverhill says its job fairs provide opportunities for individuals to connect with local employers in a welcoming environment and employers to engage with potential talented job seekers and network with potential partners.

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BrightBridge Supports, Staff Helps Serve Haverhill Community Meal

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BrightBridge Credit Union sponsored a community meal Monday, April 27, at the Haverhill Citizen Center, marking BrightBridge’s fourth consecutive year supporting the weekly meal program. As part of the night, BrightBridge provided financial support and volunteers to assist with preparing and serving dinner to local residents. The free public meals are organized by the nonprofit Community Meals, which partners with local chefs and businesses to ensure community members have access to a warm meal in a welcoming setting. “This is one of the community events our team members look forward to each year,” said BrightBridge Senior Vice President and Chief Culture Officer Tony Marino. “It gives us the chance to have a direct impact and truly connect with members of the community.

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Updated: Real Estate Firm Eyes The Beck in Bradford for Offices

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Coldwell Banker Realty in Haverhill seeks to move into space at the new mixed-use complex called The Beck on Railroad Avenue if the city allows a modification to the property’s special permit. Christine Soucy, managing broker for the office currently at 40 Kenoza Ave., said her company is excited for the move. “We plan a ribbon cutting and everything once we’ve moved,” Soucy said. “It will be awesome. It’s a great location for us.”

Soucy said her company does not have a move-in date because they are waiting on the city for permitting.

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Pentucket Bank Partners to Offer Homeownership Programs

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Pentucket Bank says it will participate in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston’s Equity Builder, Housing Our Workforce and Lift Up Homeownership programs to help individuals and families become homeowners. Programs provide financial support to qualified homebuyers, particularly those in low- to moderate-income communities, by offering assistance with down payments and closing costs. “Participation in these programs reflects our continued focus on community impact and accessibility,” said Joanna Buccieri, senior vice president, residential & consumer lending director at River Run Bancorp. “By working alongside the FHL Bank of Boston, we are able to deliver resources that empower homebuyers and help build stronger, more resilient communities.”

Through this partnership, Pentucket Bank says it is able to extend its reach and provide meaningful support that addresses housing affordability challenges across the region.

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HHS Special Ed to Benefit From Aroma Joe’s Fundraiser

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The Learning for Life program at Haverhill High School will benefit from a daylong fundraiser May 1. Aroma Joe’s, 727 S. Main St., Haverhill, will donate 20% of its proceeds on Friday, May 1, to the program that helps students, ages 18-22, find career paths and learn independent living skills. The Learning for Life program is managed by the Haverhill school’s Special Education Department. Curriculum is designed to help older students transition from school to meaningful employment. Students participate in shadow activities to assess interest in different types of jobs, and learn independent living skills such as money management, how to grocery shop and the importance of personal hygiene.

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Glenn Joins Pentucket Bank Board

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Northern Essex Community College President Lane A. Glenn recently joined the board of Pentucket Bank. Glenn’s appointment comes just as the bank readies to reopen its White’s Corner branch in downtown Haverhill. Bank leadership called Glenn “a respected leader in higher education and regional economic development, noting he “brings more than three decades of experience advancing workforce development, institutional growth and community partnerships.”

“His deep commitment to education, economic opportunity and community collaboration aligns closely with Pentucket Bank’s mission. His perspective will strengthen our governance as we continue to serve our customers and communities,” said Scott D. Cote, chair of the board of Pentucket Bank. During Glenn’s tenure at Northern Essex Community College, the bank noted, the institution became the first Hispanic-Serving Institution in New England, with campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence.