Education

Gerber Joins Greater Lawrence Technical School in Workforce Development

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Tia Gerber has joined Greater Lawrence Technical School as workforce development program coordinator. Gerber, who previously worked nine years at Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School as director of community partnership, will help further identify new and growing opportunities for students and the public, including students from neighboring communities who do not have direct access to vocational education and adult learners. “I am thrilled to have begun my new role at GLTS, and I want to highlight the incredible team we have here. They truly pride themselves on this type of work, and it has been a pleasure getting to learn from them and work alongside them as I have entered this role,” she said, “My focus for the Workforce Development Program is to continue highlighting our wonderful programs that strive to expand the education of our students and community.”

The school, serving Lawrence, Methuen, Andover and North Andover, offers three main outlets in the program, including After Dark, Adult Technical Training and an Apprenticeship Program. All of the technical career pathways offered through the GLTS After Dark Program align with local, regional and statewide labor market needs.

Community Spotlight

‘Popular Music and Veterans’ Program Set for Nov. 6

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Jon and Li Waterman will present “Popular Music and Veterans,” featuring traditional songs and accompanying slideshow about the history of veterans in America, Nov. 6. Songs and history revolve around subjects ranging from the Revolutionary War to Vietnam and touch on figures such as James Reese Europe, Glenn Miller and Elvis, along with such events as the Bonus Army and the sinking of the Civil War steamship, Sultana. The Watermans have performed their music and history programs in venues throughout New England as part of a series called Live Music Making History Live, designed to encourage celebration and exploration of history through music. They perform regularly as the duo Sultana.

Haverhill

City Mourns Passing of Haverhill Police Capt. Fogarty After Battling Cancer

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The public will pay its respects later this week to 27-year Haverhill police veteran Andrea D. Fogarty, who died Thursday after a long battle with cancer. Fogarty, who was 52 and rose through the ranks to become captain and was named three times as officer of the year, served a majority of her career as a detective and also worked in community policing and multiple NEMLEC units. The Haverhill Police Department reported her passing Friday morning. “Throughout a long and dedicated career, she was known for unwavering professionalism, strong leadership and a genuine commitment to the men and women of this department and the community we serve,” the department said. “Even during her illness, Capt. Fogarty remained positive, resilient and deeply appreciative of the support shown to her, reflecting the strength of character that defined her both personally and professionally.”

Fogarty graduated from Haverhill High School in 1992 and went on to earn bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Criminal Justice and Administration from Western New England University.

Haverhill

Pedestrian Dies Friday Morning in Downtown Haverhill Crash

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A male pedestrian died this morning after being struck in downtown Haverhill by a sport utility vehicle. Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker’s office, which has the responsibility of releasing information involving fatalities, confirmed the as-yet unidentified male was struck Friday, around 9 a.m., near 6 Washington St., close to Washington Square. Tucker’s office said a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport collided with the male, whose age or place of residence was also not released. Haverhill Fire and police provided initial aid. The male was taken to Merrimack Health Lawrence Hospital, where he was declared dead.

Haverhill

Haverhill Rotary to Honor Fossarelli, Breton, Morissette at Veterans Lunch

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Two decorated Vietnam veterans and a third who served during the time the Berlin Wall was falling will be honored next month at the Rotary of Club of Haverhill’s Veterans Service Award lunch. U.S. Army Vietnam-era veterans Louis T. Fossarelli, who went on to serve as a Haverhill police officer, entrepreneur and city councilor, and Richard A. Breton, who advocates for veteran services at home, and U.S. Army veteran Dove A. Morissette, who volunteers for a variety of causes, are set to be honored Thursday, Nov. 12, starting at noon, at Haverhill Country Club, 58 Brickett Lane, Haverhill. Rotary’s Veterans Service Awards are given to individuals who have honorably served in any branch of the military and continued to serve the community through volunteer activities, public service or any other worthwhile engagements, making a positive contribution to the community. Fossarelli, who served in military police and combat infantry unit from May 1965 to February 1968, received numerous awards for his service, including Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, two Army Commendation Medals and Combat Infantryman Badge.

Haverhill

Haverhill’s MacIntosh to Attend World Series and Play in MLB Pitch, Hit & Run

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Haverhill native Mollie MacIntosh is competing in Major League Baseball’s pitch, hit and run national championship and going to the World Series. After finishing at number one overall in North America, MacIntosh is heading to game two of the World Series, between the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays this Saturday. MacIntosh and other competitors will be recognized on the field before the game. Sunday, she’ll head to the MLB Pitch, Hit & Run national championship at the Brewers home turf, American Family Field. MacIntosh will go into the championship as the top seed after finishing number one overall in North America during the regional championships at Fenway Park. In an interview with WHAV two years ago, she explained how she had to compete.

Education

State Awards Haverhill High School $50K to Continue Innovation Career Pathways

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Haverhill High School was awarded $50,000 Thursday to continue its Innovation Career Pathways programs that provide students with hands-on learning experiences and opportunities to explore careers in high-demand STEM fields and other growing industries. Last May, Haverhill High School’s Graphic Design and Visual Communications program was designated an Innovation Career Pathway by the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The sum was among $4.7 million statewide in implementation and continuation grants to help schools sustain and strengthen existing programs this school year. This school year, more than 8,500 students are enrolled in 303 Innovation Career Pathways at 130 high schools, representing nearly 36% of eligible high schools across Massachusetts. Through these programs, students explore careers, take advanced coursework and gain real-world experience through internships and work-based learning.

Education

Articulation Agreement Turns Community Health Workers’ Experience into College Credit

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A new agreement between the Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers and Northern Essex Community College makes it easier for local community health workers to earn associate degrees. What is known as an articulation agreement, the pact allows health workers to receive college credit for time they’ve already spent working in the field. Students who have completed a Massachusetts Department of Public Health-approved community health worker training program could be eligible for up to 15 credits immediately, with another nine possible upon further evaluation—the equivalent of two semesters. “They already have thousands of community work hours as part of their CHW certification, so we recognize their expertise,” said Northern Essex Community College’s Public Health Program Coordinator Amanda Prophett. She expects the articulation agreement will encourage more workers to seek associate degrees in public health, which can lead to transfer opportunities, career advancement, better care for the individuals they serve and higher wages.