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Emmaus Reports Supporters Raised $193,000 During Recent 35th Cycle for Shelter

Emmaus Reports Supporters Raised $193,000 During Recent 35th Cycle for Shelter
Emmaus says its recent 35th Cycle for Shelter broke records with more than 300 cyclists participating and raising $193,000 from the cyclists’ supporters and business sponsors Cyclists peddled along the Merrimack Valley backcountry roads and the New Hampshire Seacoast and finished rides at a cookout at Northern Essex Community College. “What a spectacular day! The threat of inclement weather loomed …

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Haverhill Public Health Department Offers Flu and COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Nov. 14

Haverhill Public Health Department Offers Flu and COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Nov. 14
The Haverhill Public Health Department plans a flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinic next Tuesday. Shots are administered Tuesday, Nov. 14, from 1-6 p.m., at the Citizens Center, 10 Welcome St., Haverhill. The clinic is open only to Haverhill residents and walk-in space is limited. Pre-registration takes place online here. Those with questions may call 978-374-2390, ext. 3900.

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Regional News

Nurses, Health Care Lobbyists Press Legislators on Joining Nurse Licensure Compact

Nurses, Health Care Lobbyists Press Legislators on Joining Nurse Licensure Compact
Nurses and health care lobbyists encouraged lawmakers Tuesday to allow Massachusetts to join a 20-year-old interstate compact, pitching it as a strategy to tackle the state’s nursing shortage, boost access to telehealth and streamline providers’ ability to care for patients across state lines. The state’s potential entry to the compact is addressed this session in proposals from Sen. Barry R. …

Sections: Haverhill, Region, State House News

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Education

Women’s Edge Names UMass Lowell as Among Top 100 Women-Led Businesses

Women’s Edge Names UMass Lowell as Among Top 100 Women-Led Businesses
UMass Lowell was recently named as one of the state’s most successful organizations led by a woman. The university ranks first in the education sector and No. 17 overall in The Women’s Edge 2023 Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts. The university said this marks the seventh consecutive year UMass Lowell has been named among the Top 20 such organizations. …

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Community Spotlight

Fall Bazaar Offers Shish Kebab, Losh Kebab and More Saturday

Fall Bazaar Offers Shish Kebab, Losh Kebab and More Saturday
Mouth-watering helpings of shish kebab, losh kebab (lamb burgers) and more will be available at the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe’s annual fall bazaar. Raw wildflower honey and pastries may be purchased at booths and tables. Gift baskets will be raffled off and cash prizes of $500, $300 and $200 will be awarded. A portion of the sales of …

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Careers: Part-Time Local News Night Reporter/Board Operator

Careers: Part-Time Local News Night Reporter/Board Operator
97.9 WHAV, Greater Haverhill’s only public radio station and nonprofit local news service, is offering a rare opportunity to join a respected and growing regional news operation—on-air, online and everywhere. Requirements Successful applicants must demonstrate natural curiosity, objectivity, dependability, willingness to learn and commitment to accuracy. The position offer great growth potential and requires a degree in journalism or related …

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Today’s Radio Highlights

  • WIN for Breakfast: Local news, weather, traffic, sports and information. Win Damon is light, lively and local, 6-9 a.m. Guests: Michael Thompson, Haverhill SCORE Volunteer, and Tom Spitalere, Buttonwoods Festival of Trees.
  • Classic Hits: Favorites all day, except as indicated
  • Local News: Every half hour from 6-9 a.m., hourly 9 a.m.-3 p.m., every half hour from 3-6 p.m.
  • Community Spotlight: News of upcoming cultural and civic events, quarter past every hour
  • Mass Moments: Today in Massachusetts history, 6:45 a.m. and 3:45 p.m.
  • Melinda’s Garden Moment: Melinda Myers offers tips, 7:45 and 4:45 p.m.
  • Sound Beat: 8:45 a.m. and 5:45 p.m.
  • Insight Daily: 9:45 a.m. and 6:45 p.m.
  • Haverhill School Committee: When in session, Live. 7 p.m.
  • Our Miss Brooks: 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
  • FSN World News: 11 p.m.

Friday’s Radio Highlights

  • WIN for Breakfast: Local news, weather, traffic, sports and information. Win Damon is light, lively and local, 6-9 a.m. Guest: Tammy Dobrosielski discusses Wreaths Across America.
  • Classic Hits: Favorites all day, except as indicated
  • Local News: Every half hour from 6-9 a.m., hourly 9 a.m.-3 p.m., every half hour from 3-6 p.m.
  • Community Spotlight: News of upcoming cultural and civic events, quarter past every hour
  • Mass Moments: Today in Massachusetts history, 6:45 a.m. and 3:45 p.m.
  • Melinda’s Garden Moment: Melinda Myers offers tips, 7:45 and 4:45 p.m.
  • Sound Beat: 8:45 a.m. and 5:45 p.m.
  • Insight Daily: 9:45 a.m. and 6:45 p.m.
  • All Request Friday Night: Chris Porter, live, 6:15 p.m. Call 978-374-1900.
  • Couple Next Door: 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
  • FSN World News: 11 p.m.
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