Haverhill

Fifth Historic New England Summit Next Month Ties in Haverhill Center

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The fifth annual Historic New England Summit, taking place next month in both Haverhill and Beverly, explores forces reshaping the cultural landscape and the future of communities. Organizers said the summit, Thursday and Friday, Nov. 12 and 13, at The Cabot in Beverly, and Saturday, Nov. 14, in Haverhill, examines some of the most pressing questions facing the fields of preservation, architecture, urban planning, law and policy, museums, libraries and archives, philanthropy, education and public art. “The Summit is an opportunity to look beyond the traditional perceptions of preservation and learn from people who are trying new things in their fields,” said Historic New England President and CEO Vin Cipolla “The challenges facing our communities do not fit neatly into disciplinary categories.

Education

Whittier Tech Plans Open House Nov. 1

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Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School is having its annual open house Nov. 1. It is aimed at prospective students, families and the public. The open house offers tours, overviews of 21 career and technical programs and opportunities to learn about student life through meetings with staff and information about academic pathways, athletics, clubs, activities and the many ways students can get involved beyond their technical program. Applications for the 2027-28 school year are now open, and prospective students also have an opportunity to apply on-site during the open house.

Community Spotlight

Knights of Columbus Plans Secure Document Shredding Oct. 31

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Knights of Columbus Christ the King Council 5004 is having a Secure Data Shredding Day Halloween morning to raise money for its charitable work. The Council is accepting residents’ confidential documents to be securely shredded onsite Saturday, Oct. 31, from 8:45 a.m. to noon, at Sacred Hearts School Parking Lot, South Main Street Bradford. The cost is $10 by cash or check for a standard copier paper box, letter or legal sizes. There is a limit of five boxes from each car, per visit, but visitors may get back in line.

Haverhill

Haverhill Council Grants Water Limit Relief to Well Owners

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Tension erupted at the Haverhill City Council meeting Tuesday during a discussion on whether to exempt residential well owners from new water usage restrictions. Councilors voted 9-1, with Ward 3 Councilor Devan M. Ferreira opposed and Ward 4 Councilor Melissa J. Lewandowski absent, to exempt well owners from restrictions. At-large Councilor Thomas J. Sullivan was quick to label applying the drought-inspired conservation plan to those who have already made an investment in assuring a personal water supply for their homes “government overreach.”

Of well owners, he said, “They have the same problem that we do except that they don’t have the city to back them up. If they have a problem, they have to dig deeper. That’s going to cost you money.

Education

Northern Essex Commences $6.7M Athletic Complex in Haverhill

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Northern Essex Community College has formally commenced construction on a new, modern baseball field, soccer and multi-purpose field and an eight-lane track at its Haverhill campus. Officials said Wednesday, the new $6.7 million outdoor complex will give college teams that currently practice and compete at off-campus locations dedicated athletic spaces on campus. “Northern Essex has become a nationally recognized athletics program thanks in large part to the dedication of our coaches, staff and student athletes. By ensuring they have access to safe, modern and convenient facilities for practices and games, we’re investing in our students’ continued success on and off the field,” said Northern Essex President Lane A. Glenn. As WHAV reported first last spring, the college told the Haverhill Conservation Commission site improvements include a new track and field, baseball field, tennis courts, bathrooms and associated sidewalks and utilities at the 12.1 acre parcel overlooking Kenoza Lake.

Business Bulletin

‘Handmade in New England: A Holiday Market’ Debuts Black Friday in Haverhill

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Haverhill’s Lindsay Jordan is among those taking part in “Handmade in New England: A Holiday Market,” a new venture at Historic New England’s Haverhill Center, during next month’s Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Jordan helps kick off the holiday shopping season at the new venue, featuring, what’s described as, “a thoughtfully curated group of handmade makers from across New England.”

Organizers urge visitors to “Come shop small, meet the makers and find something special for everyone on your list.”

Handmade in New England: A Holiday Market takes place Black Friday, Nov. 27, and Small Business Saturday, Nov. 28, from 10 a.m., to 4 p.m., both days, at Historic New England’s Haverhill Center, 143 Essex St., Haverhill.

Community Spotlight

Haverhill’s Public Health Plans Health Fair, Vaccination Clinic

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Haverhill’s Public Health Department is having a Community Health Resource Fair and a vaccine clinic in separate events over the next few weeks. The Community Health Resource Fair for all Haverhill residents takes place Friday Oct. 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Haverhill Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St., Haverhill. Flu, pneumonia, RSV and COVID-19 vaccines will be administered by Walgreens Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 10 a.m. to noon, at Haverhill Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St., Haverhill.

Education

Rwandan Peace Leader Gives Forgiveness, Violence Prevention Lessons at HHS

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Marc J. Gwamaka, chief of staff of the Aegis Trust and the Kigali Genocide Memorial in Rwanda, is leading student-centered lessons on forgiveness and violence prevention for all eighth-grade classes in Haverhill this week. Lessons began Monday morning and continue through Thursday at Dr, Albert B. Consentino, Dr. Paul C. Nettle, Caleb Dustin Hunking and John Greenleaf Whittier Schools. State Rep. Andy X. Vargas will be in attendance Thursday at Consentino. Other legislators, including sponsors of the Massachusetts Genocide Education Act and members of Haverhill’s state delegation, were also invited. “Genocide begins with ordinary choices: the words we use, who we exclude and when we stay silent.