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Leapfrog Group Awards ‘A’ Safety Grade to Anna Jaques Hospital for Patient Safety

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Anna Jaques Hospital of Newburyport recently earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns a grade to general hospitals across the country based on more than 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries and infections as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them. “Earning an ‘A’ Grade means Anna Jaques Hospital made a true commitment to put patient safety first,” explained Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “We congratulate the leadership, Board, clinicians, staff and volunteers that all had a role to play in this achievement.”

Tom Sands, market president—north shore, Beth Israel Lahey Health, and president of Addison Gilbert, Anna Jaques, BayRidge, and Beverly Hospitals, said, “Receiving an ‘A’ safety grade from Leapfrog is reflective of the dedication that all our physicians, nurses and staff have to following the highest standards of care with every patient.”

Anna Jaques is an 83-bed hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the only hospital ratings program focused solely on preventable medical errors, infections and injuries.

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LaChapelle Joins BrightBridge Credit Union as Executive Vice President and CFO

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Laurie LaChapelle recently joined BrightBridge Credit Union as executive vice president and chief financial officer. LaChapelle is credited with having more than 20 years of financial services experience, including leadership within the credit union industry and a deep commitment to the cooperative mission of supporting members and communities. “I was drawn to BrightBridge because of the people and the organization’s unwavering mission to help members,” LaChapelle said. “The credit union philosophy of people helping people is not just a tagline here, it’s truly embedded in every decision we make. I’m excited to support BrightBridge as we grow, strengthen our operations and help more individuals and families achieve financial wellness.”

She began her career in auditing, spending eight years auditing credit unions and developing a strong understanding of financial operations and industry best practices.

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Merrimack Valley Chamber Plans Networking Breakfast at Merrimack Corner

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Bethany Communities’ newest senior apartment building, Merrimack Corner, is hosting members of the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce in January. A networking breakfast is planned for Wednesday, Jan. 14, from 8-9:15 a.m., at Merrimack Corner at Bethany Communities, 98 Water St., Haverhill. Admission is $10 each for Chamber members and $20 each for non-members and mat be reserved online at MerrimackValleyChamber.com or by calling 978-686-0900.

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Podcast: Greater Haverhill Chamber to Move to Washington Street Historic District Storefront

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The Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce moves next month from Harbor Place on Merrimack Street to a storied Washington Street storefront. Greater Haverhill Chamber President and CEO Katie Cook appeared on WHAV’s “Win for Breakfast” program Monday and said the business organization moves to the city’s retail heart about the middle of January. “The Chamber should be storefront, down, usually accessible for individuals to pop in and ask questions about businesses. We’re excited for the opportunity,” she said. In fact, the 29 Washington St.

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Ski Bradford Opens for 76th Season

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Ski Bradford opened this past Saturday for its 76th season, offering skiing and snowboarding. Ski Bradford reopens again Christmas Eve daytime, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at 60 S. Cross Road, Haverhill. The resort continues with the same hours Friday, Dec. 26, through Sunday, Dec. 28.

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BrightBridge Credit Union’s Holiday Food Drive Collects Nearly 2,500 Pounds

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BrightBridge Credit Union reports it recent drive collected nearly 2,500 pounds of nonperishable food items, which were donated to regional food banks and pantries to support as many of the credit union’s communities as possible. The credit union’s annual Holiday Food Drive, conducted across all 19 retail branch locations, concluded earlier this month. Donated items went to Merrimack Valley Food Bank, Healthy Waltham, Damien’s Food Pantry in Wareham and Lawrenmce-based Waystone Health & Human Services. “Extending our food drive this year allowed us to support even more community members for a longer period, helping those who may be struggling during the holidays,” said BrightBridge Senior Vice President and Chief Culture Officer Anthony Marino. “As a credit union, helping people is at the heart of our mission and I was so proud to see both my team members and our members embrace the season of giving.

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Haverhill Bank, Cedar’s Tsakirellis Top Haverhill Chamber Award Winners; Ceremony Feb. 6

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Haverhill Bank will be named Business of the Year and Aimee Tsakirellis of Cedar’s Foods will be recognized with the Humanity in Action Award when the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce conducts its 35th Annual Awards Breakfast in February. Sen. Pavel M. Payano, who represents Haverhill, Methuen and Lawrence, will serve as the principal speaker during the awards ceremony. Others being honored are Creative Haverhill, under Arts and Culture; Drop Café, Family-Owned Business of the Year; Harmony Ride, Healthcare of the Year; Spruce Technology, Manufacturing of the Year; La Pizza Di Forno, Restaurant of the Year; Nice Ice Baby, Rising Star; Haverhill Public-Private Partnership, Nonprofit of the Year; Cathy and Karl Brunelle, Volunteers of the Year; and Dawn Veras of Dawnshere, Women in Business. The breakfast takes place Friday, Feb. 6, from 7:30-9 a.m., at Atkinson Resort and Country Club, 85 Country Club Drive, Atkinson, N.H. Early bird tickets are available at HaverhillChamber.com through Jan.