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Institution for Savings Names Garozzo to Lead Commercial Lending Team

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John Garozzo joined Institution for Savings last month as senior vice president of commercial lending and senior lender. Garozzo has more than 25 years of banking experience with expertise in construction lending, commercial real estate, commercial credit, portfolio management and relationship development. He most recently served as senior vice president, commercial loan officer and commercial team leader at Newburyport Bank. “John brings extensive commercial lending experience and a thoughtful, relationship-focused approach to serving customers and leading teams,” said Institution for Savings President and CEO Michael J. Jones. “His strong credit background and commitment to understanding the needs of local businesses will be valuable as he leads our commercial lending team.”

Garozzo will oversee the bank’s commercial lending team, leading commercial activities and supporting the team in developing customer relationships and delivering financing solutions for businesses and organizations across the region.

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Make It Haverhill Job Fair Next Wednesday

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Chaucer Accessories, Cedar’s Mediterranean Foods and Greater Lawrence Family Health Center are among the employers hiring when Make It Haverhill’s next job fair takes place Wednesday. Other employers scheduled to take part are Chick-Fil-A Seabrook, Opportunity Works and Waystone Health & Human Services. Make It Haverhill says its job fairs provide opportunities for individuals to connect with local employers in a welcoming environment. It also allows employers to network with potential partners. Bilingual assistance is available for Spanish speakers.

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Haverhill, Southern New Hampshire Chambers Plan Joint Business After Hours

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The Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce is joining with the Southern New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours next week at Wicked Sticky Designs. Members of the two chambers will network; get a behind-the-scenes look at Wicked Sticky Designs, producer of wide format printing, vehicle wraps, fleet graphics, banners and decals; and enjoy food and drinks. Business After Hours takes place Thursday, Oct. 29, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Wicked Sticky Designs, 12 Industrial Way, #1, Atkinson, N.H. The gathering is free to members of either Chamber. Registration takes place at HaverhillChamber.com.

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Anna Jaques Hospital Plans to Break Ground on Expanded Breast Care Center

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An expansion of Anna Jaques Hospital’s Gerrish Breast Care Center is expected to begin next year to enable a larger number of patients to access to life-saving screening, diagnostic and supportive services. Construction plans for the 8,000-square-foot center at the Newburyport Medical Center were revealed last week during Anna Jaques Hospital’s SHINE at Night annual fundraiser for breast care services. “This investment reflects our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our community. By expanding our capabilities and bringing services together in one integrated center, we can create a more seamless experience for every patient who walks through our doors and make care more connected, convenient and supportive close to home,” said Anna Jaques Hospital President and Chief Operating Officer Megan Gray. The hospital said patient care will continue uninterrupted throughout construction, expected to be complete next summer, and the current breast care center will remain fully operational.

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Merrimack Health Lawrence Receives $1 Million for Improved Cardiac Cath Lab

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Merrimack Health Lawrence Hospital is reopening its Cardiac Catheterization Lab this week with updated imaging technology and service capabilities made possible by $1 million in federal Community Project Funding. Merrimack Health’s Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory was one of 15 projects across the 3rd District chosen by Congresswoman Lori Trahan and Sens. Edward J. Markey and Elizabeth Warren for local economic development and regional infrastructure. The Cardiac Cath Lab is a specialized area where physicians diagnose and treat conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, including heart attacks. It is a called a critical service as one of the only Cath Labs serving our immediate communities.

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Institution for Savings and Partners Lead Prospective Home Buyers Through Process

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Institution for Savings recently partnered with Baez Law Group and eXp Realty to host a free first-time homebuyer seminar. Institution for Savings Mortgage Originator Arianny Rodriguez joined Realtor Jonathan Abreu of eXp Realty, attorney Liz Baez of Baez Law Group, Ed Alcantara of Lawrence Community Works and Paloma de la Cruz of De la Cruz Insurance Agency. Together, the panel represented key stages of the homebuying journey, from homebuyer education and financial preparation to mortgage financing, finding a home, navigating the legal and closing process and protecting the investment with homeowners’ insurance. “So often, I hear people question whether homeownership is a possibility simply because they don’t know where to start or what resources are available,” said Rodriguez. “This seminar helped attendees better understand their options and next steps, from exploring available first-time homebuyer programs, grants and down payment assistance resources, to navigating the mortgage process.”

The interactive session gave attendees the chance to ask the panel directly about affordability, credit, down payments and available resources.

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Another 188 Merrimack Health Workers Vote to Join 1199SEIU Union

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Another group of workers at Merrimack Health Lawrence Hospital last month voted to unionize, affiliating with Service Employees International Union 1199. A total of 188 workers in the tech and business office clerical units at Merrimack Health Lawrence Hospital, formerly Lawrence General Hospital, join about another 500 workers that previously joined SEIU1199. Both elections were overseen by the National Labor Relations Board. “Healthcare workers need a real voice on the job to advocate for ourselves and our patients,” said Lisa Rinaldo, a hospital switchboard operator. “With the rising cost of living, standing together in a union gives us the collective strength to fight for fair wages, safe staffing levels and the strong benefits we deserve.”

Besides switchboard operators, the new union workers include respiratory therapists, interventional radiology technologists, lactation consultants, clinical authorization specialists and account support representatives,

Merrimack Health management pledged to work cooperatively with the union.

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Amazon GM Speaker for Merrimack Valley Chamber Annual Dinner

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Amazon’s North Andover general manager addresses Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce members when they convene for the annual awards dinner in Haverhill. Gareth Watkins will be the keynote speaker as Greater Lawrence Family Health Center CEO Zandra Kelley takes the Chamber’s highest honor—the Ralph B. Wilkinson Award. Other award winners are Princeton Properties, Business Development Award; Lawrence Partnership, Community Service Award; and Mary DeDonato and Sal Lupoli Jr., Emerging Leaders Award. The Merrimack Valley Chamber’s annual awards dinner takes place Wednesday, Oct. 28, starting at 5 p.m. with appetizers and 6 p.m. dinner, at Michael’s Function Hall, 12 Alpha St., Haverhill.