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Merrimack Health Promotes Ata to Associate Chief Medical Officer

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Dr. Elie Ata was recently named associate chief medical officer of Merrimack Health. Ata, who has served as the system’s medical director of the hospitalist service since May 2024, will support the chief physician executive and medical officer in providing clinical oversight and administrative leadership across all hospital-based acute care services, including hospitalist medicine, critical care, emergency services, medical-surgical and telemetry units, surgical services, obstetrics and pediatrics. “As a physician, I understand that excellent patient outcomes depend on the alignment of our system’s extraordinary clinical services and engagement from frontline care teams to leadership,” said Ata. “By strengthening the coordination across our system, we can deliver care that is not only safe and efficient, but truly patient-centered, equitable and responsive to the diverse needs of our communities.”

A Merrimack Valley resident, Ata studied biology at Merrimack College and received his medical degree from Central Michigan University. Ata completed his residency locally at Greater Lawrence Family Health Center’s Lawrence Family Medicine Residency with an area of concentration in Health Systems Leadership and Management.

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BrightBridge Credit Union Partners with Methuen High to Bring Real-World Financial Lessons to Life

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BrightBridge Credit Union and Methuen High School came together earlier this month to host the annual Credit for Life Fair, a financial literacy experience designed to prepare graduating seniors for life beyond high school. The two-hour simulation Friday, Feb. 13 challenged students to step into their future by selecting a career aligned with their post-graduation goals and receiving a projected salary. From there, students moved through a series of interactive stations where they made realistic financial decisions they may soon face, including choices around higher education, housing, transportation and everyday living expenses. “Hosting the Credit for Life Fair at the high school level is one of the most impactful ways we can prepare students for the realities of adulthood,” says BrightBridge Marketing Specialist and Credit for Life Coordinator Olivia Pink.

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Merrimack Valley Chamber Members to Network Wednesday at Pica’s Deli & Ice Cream

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Pica’s Deli & Ice Cream is hosting a Business Networking Mixer Wednesday for members and guests of the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce. Besides networking, there will be appetizers and door prizes. The mixer, which is also sponsored by Haverhill Bank and Millennium Cleaning Services, takes place Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 5-7 p.m., at Pica’s Deli & Ice Cream, 10 Ayers Village Road, Methuen. Admission is $10 each for Chamber members and $20 each for non-members and may be reserved online at MerrimackValleyChamber.com, or by calling 978-686-0900.

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Service CU Impact Foundation Plans April Gala in Support of Homebuilding Project

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Service CU Impact Foundation, associated with Service Credit Union, is raising money toward a homebuilding project with Habitat for Humanity during its fifth Annual Spring Gala, themed “There’s No Place Like Home,” coming in April. This theme reflects the Foundation’s goal this year to build a home that will change lives. It is partnering with Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity to build a safe, stable and affordable multi-family home in Rochester, N.H. WMUR News 9 Daybreak anchor Katherine Underwood returns as the gala’s master of ceremonies. “We’re thrilled to welcome our community together for a night that celebrates not just what we’ve accomplished but what we’ll build together in the future,” said Foundation Director Sarah Kuhl. “The support we receive helps us further our mission of creating real, lasting impact in the lives of New Hampshire families.”

The gala is set for Friday, April 10, at Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, 135 Congress St., Portsmouth, N.H.

Tickets are available at servicecuimpactfoundation.org.

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Baddour to Moderate Senate Forum with Tarr, Finegold and Payano

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It will be gathering of past and present state senators when the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce presents this year’s State Senate Forum March 2. Former state Sen. Steven A. Baddour moderates the breakfast with Senate Minority Leader Bruce E. Tarr and Sens. Barry R. Finegold and Pavel M. Payano giving their perspectives. Baddour left the Senate in 2012 to become a lawyer and lobbyist at McDermott Will & Emery of Boston. He now serves as executive vice president at director of operations ML Strategies of Boston.

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BrightBridge’s Medeiros to Run 2026 Boston Marathon in Support of Credit Unions Kids at Heart

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BrightBridge Credit Union’s Matthew Medeiros will be running the 2026 Boston Marathon in partnership with Credit Unions Kids at Heart, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness and funding for scientific research to prevent, treat and cure pediatric neurological diseases. This marks Medeiros’ second time running the Boston Marathon with Credit Unions Kids at Heart. He first ran the marathon in 2019, when he was paired with his patient partner, Vraj, a now 14-year-old boy living with cerebral palsy. “It’s been a joy to watch Vraj grow over the last seven years,” says Medeiros. “He’s quick to give hugs and share his enthusiasm for Taylor Swift.

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Magliocchetti to Address Haverhill Chamber’s Winning Opportunities for Women Mixer

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Attorney Julie C. Magliocchetti addresses members of the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce during an upcoming Winning Opportunities for Women networking mixer. Magliocchetti, of Sheehan, Schiavoni, Jutras and Magliocchetti, has been associated with the firm more than 20 years. She assists clients with real estate, probate and family law challenges. Magliocchetti received her juris doctor degree from Massachusetts School of Law in Andover and bachelor’s in Business Administration from Merrimack College. She speaks at the WOW speaker and networking function Thursday, Feb.

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Merrimack Valley Chamber Seeks Exhibitors for Spring Business Expo, Health and Wellness Fair

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The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce is inviting exhibitors to set up tables and displays at its Spring Business Expo, Health and Wellness Fair in April. The spring business exposition takes place Wednesday, April 1, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Michael’s Function Hall, 12 Alpha St., off Route 110, in Haverhill. There is no charge to the public to attend. The Chamber is offering early bird vendor rates before Wednesday, March 11, with standard eight- by six-foot tables available to members for $325 or $425 for non-members. Other sizes and options are available.