Education

Moulton Confirms Haverhill Appearance Next Saturday; Markey Visit also Possible

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At least one of the two Democratic candidates for one of the state’s seats in the U.S. Senate is expected next Saturday morning in Haverhill, and it’s still possible both will directly pitch voters in the city. Congressman Seth Moulton, currently representing the 6th Congressional District in the U.S. House, confirmed he will attend the Haverhill Democratic City Committee’s Annual Roz McKeon Breakfast, according to Committee Chair William D. Cox Jr. Moulton is challenging incumbent Sen. Edward J. Markey during the party’s primary Tuesday, Sept. 1. Cox said Markey is also invited and the Committee is awaiting his response. The primary winner will face Republican John Deaton during the final election Tuesday, Nov.

Community Spotlight

Haverhill Inner City Boxing Plans Golf Tournament Monday

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The Haverhill Inner City Boxing Club seeks sponsors and golfers for its first golf tournament. Proceeds from the tournament support an expansion of services to include educational development and academic support. The club’s gym is located at 39 Lafayette Square, Haverhill. The cost to golf is $175 for an individual or $700 for a foursome. Sponsorships include Gold for $10,000; Hole-in-One, $2,500; and hole and cart sponsors, $150.

Business Bulletin

Aroma Joe’s Van Plans Tours in Haverhill, Amesbury

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The Aroma Joe’s van will be at events in Haverhill and Amesbury next month, giving away free samples, prizes, surprise giveaways and more. Vans make tour stops during Caiden’s Crusaders Eighth Annual Going GOLD September, Thursday, Sept. 3, from 5:30-8:30 p.m., at Gametime Lanes & Entertainment at 84 Haverhill Road, Amesbury, and Haverhill Friday Night Lights Football Game, Friday, Sept. 11, at Haverhill High School, 137 Monument St., Haverhill. Aroma Joe’s also plans to offer photograph opportunities, swag, music and more.

Haverhill

Public Meetings This Week: Haverhill Appeals Board Hears Multifamily Variance Requests

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The public has opportunities to shape policy this week as various Haverhill boards meet. In the interest of transparency in government, WHAV provides this list of upcoming meetings every week on air and online. Haverhill’s Zoning Board of Appeals weighs in Wednesday night on three separate variance requests to construct new multifamily buildings. Wilmington-based Benchmark Property Associates seeks to build a three-apartment building at 0 North St. in the inner city.

Community Spotlight

Haverhill Firefighting Museum Plans 9/11 Ceremony

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Haverhill Firefighting Museum plans a memorial service honoring first responders who lost their lives Sept. 11, 2001

The service provides an opportunity for the Haverhill community to come together, remember firefighters, police officers, emergency medical personnel and other first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice, and reflect on the lasting impact of that day. Ceremonies take place Friday, Sept. 11, at 9:15 a.m., 75 Kenoza Ave. Haverhill.

Haverhill

$140M Federal Grant Will Speed Rail Service by Adding Double Tracks

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Those who rely on the Haverhill commuter rail line can expect faster and more reliable service as nearly seven miles double track will be added thanks to a $139.6 million federal grant. Gov. Maura Healey said Friday the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority won the investment from the Federal Railroad Administration to add 6.8 miles of new track between Reading and Andover to allow trains traveling in opposite directors to keep moving instead of waiting for one another. The Haverhill Double-Track Project will also upgrade four stations in Reading, North Wilmington, Ballardvale and Andover to improve accessibility, modernize signals at 15 rail crossings and add 10 miles of new fencing. “Since taking office, we’ve made historic investments to turn the T around, and riders are seeing the difference with fewer slow zones and more reliable service,” said Healey. “Now, we’re keeping that momentum going.

Education

Haverhill School Committee Bans E-bikes, E-scooters

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Calling it a safety measure, the Haverhill School Committee Thursday, banned all electric bikes, electric scooters, powered hoverboards from school property effective immediately. The new rules allow banned devices to be confiscated from anyone found using one on a school property. If a student is involved, a parent will be called to retrieve it. Haverhill Police Lt. Kevin Lynch appeared before the school board to outline his department’s position. “We’ve all seen it.

Education

Fields, Driveway and Parking Next Up at Consentino School Site

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Demolition debris at the site of the original Dr. Albert B. Consentino School on Washington Street is expected be cleared over the next six weeks. Haverhill school’s Chief Financial Officer Clancy D. Main told School Committee members last Thursday the old Consentino School was reduced to rubble and, once cleared, construction will begin on an upgraded driveway, parking area and playing fields. In other business, Vice Chair Thomas W. Grannemann said the district received a formal Level 3 grievance from the Haverhill Education Association over allowable courses which meet district continuing education requisites. That required the School Committee to appoint a subcommittee to review it. Appointed to serve were Grannemann, at-large member Penelope Guerrero and Ward 5 member Jill Story.