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HC Media Says Changing TV Habits Mean Placing Its Downtown Cable Studio Up for Sale

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HC Media, the nonprofit that operates Haverhill’s public access, education and government cable television channels, has placed its downtown Studio 101 at Harbor Place on the market. Executive Director Matt Belfiore told WHAV the decision to sell the first-floor, Merrimack Street unit is driven by declining Comcast income, inefficient staffing required to man two locations and a need to renew the focus on local needs. “By pulling back from our ventures at Harbor Place, we will be able to concentrate our energy and resources on what we do best: creating local programming, supporting media education and helping community members to share their stories through video and digital media,” Belfiore wrote in a statement. HC Media is credited with helping to make the financing of Harbor Place possible with its $924,000 purchase of the 3,379-square-foot commercial condominium in 2016. The space was recently listed with RE/MAX Partners of Andover for an asking price of $1.3 million.

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Derry, N.H.-Based On The Corner Grill Coming to Downtown Haverhill

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Diners will have another option in downtown Haverhill when On the Corner Grill opens at Harbor Place early next year. The restaurant, a second location for the eatery, also fills a never-before-used storefront facing the Merrimack River on the first floor of Harbor Place Residences at 28-44 Merrimack St. Greater Haverhill Foundation Executive Director Alison J. Gulubicki told WHAV George Chiachio, On the Corner Grill owner, signed a lease for the vacant 5,500 square-foot space across the courtyard from Barrio Haverhill. “The space with the courtyard overlooking the river is so attractive,” Chiachio said, adding he hopes construction will get underway soon so his new restaurant can open by March 1. The eatery will add 50 local jobs, he said, noting he tries to source his ingredients and other supplies locally whenever possible.

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Greater Haverhill Chamber Names NorthEast Computer Services as Business of the Month

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Haverhill-based NorthEast Computer Services was named October’s Business of the Month by the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber said NorthEast Computer Services has become “a trusted name in IT support, cybersecurity and technology solutions throughout the Merrimack Valley.”

“NE Comp Services is known for delivering exceptional customer service and reliable technology solutions tailored to each client’s needs,” officials said. The Chamber also noted owners Eric Lafleur and Jonathan Baron are active supporters of the local business community. Baron currently serves on the Chamber’s Membership Committee and Eric is a dedicated advocate for the Chamber and its mission to strengthen local business connections.

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Haverhill Firm, RadonAway, Receives Manufacturer of the Year Award at Ceremony

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Haverhill-based RadonAway was a recipient of the Manufacturer of the Year Award last month presented by the Massachusetts Legislative Manufacturing Caucus. RadonAway, a division of Spruce Environmental Technologies in Ward Hill, was nominated by Sen. Barry R. Finegold, and presented the award at the 10th Annual Manufacturing Awards Ceremony Oct. 21. “Massachusetts continues to be a world-class leader in advanced manufacturing, and RadonAway exemplifies this growth in innovation. As the world’s leading distributor of radon fans, RadonAway champions progress and excellence in the manufacturing sector,” Finegold said.

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In Haverhill, Lt. Gov. Driscoll Says Local Businesses Punch Above Their Weight Class

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The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce honored four of its members for contributions to the business organization and the community Monday at its Annual Awards Dinner in Haverhill. Lt. Gov. Kimberly L. Driscoll served as the keynote speaker. She honored the Chamber and 250 business leaders in the room for their collective efforts to build a strong economy and vibrant community. “You punch above your weight class when it comes to showcasing how to bring people together and how to move forward in an innovative and hardworking way. I think that’s key to what the Merrimack Valley has always been.

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Jarvi Productions Sponsors Thanksgiving Food Drive for Haverhill School Families

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Haverhill-based Jarvi Productions is conducting its annual holiday collection to ensure families in need enjoy a complete and warm Thanksgiving meal. This year’s effort focuses on collecting frozen turkeys and non-perishable Thanksgiving items such as stuffing, canned vegetables, cranberry sauce and other traditional fixings. “This event is about bringing our community together and supporting our neighbors,” said Mike Jarvis, founder of Jarvi Productions. “Every donation, large or small, helps make a difference in the lives of families who may be struggling during the holiday season. Thanksgiving is about gratitude, kindness and community, and we want to make sure no one feels forgotten this time of year.”

Jarvis added donations will be distributed directly to families within the Haverhill Public School system, helping to ensure local households facing hardship can celebrate Thanksgiving with dignity and comfort.

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Service Credit Union Plans Grand Opening Ceremony at New Westgate Haverhill Branch

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Service Credit Union will celebrate the grand opening of its newest branch Wednesday, marking the credit union’s entry into the Merrimack Valley and its first major branch opening in the state since the mid-1990s. Haverhill will become Service Credit Union’s second Massachusetts branch, joining Falmouth on Cape Cod. Service Credit Union plans a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Westgate Plaza, 424 Lowell Ave., Haverhill, with local officials, members of the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce, local first responders and community leaders. “This new branch represents an exciting milestone for Service Credit Union,” said David Araujo, president and CEO.

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High Pointe House in Haverhill Plans Open House Nov. 13

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The public is invited to tour High Pointe House, a hospice and palliative care residence operated by Tufts Medicine’s Care at Home program. Tours will be offered Thursday, Nov. 13, from 8-10 a.m. and 3-6 p.m., at 360 North Ave., Haverhill. Staff will be on hand to discuss the interdisciplinary end-of-life care offered. There will also be opportunities to sample food prepared by the in-house chef and meet the home’s therapy animals.