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97.9 WHAV ♦ November 17, 2023 ♦ Public Media of New England, Inc.
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Rosa Calls Ouster Bluff, Decries Antics Involving His Disabled Son and Defends Haverhill Mediation
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The recent request for a mediator to resolve contract negotiations between the Haverhill and educational support professionals brought condemnation last night of those who would bring a School Committee member’s disabled son into the fray. As WHAV reported first, School Committee negotiators sent the request to the state Department of Labor Relations once it appeared the two sides had reached …
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Sections: Education, Haverhill
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Rough Design of New Four-Lane Basiliere Bridge Shows Familiar Arches, Vertical Beacons
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(Additional photograph below.) Haverhill’s new Pfc. Ralph T. Basiliere Bridge will have four travel lanes, a central pedestrian overlook and feature familiar arches and vertical elements that pay homage to the current 1925-era structure that will start coming down on the summer or fall of its 100th birthday. The early draft design, called an open spandrel bridge because space between …
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MeVa, Northern Essex Elder Transport and Groveland Receive Grants to Boost Mobility
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Merrimack Valley Transit, known as MeVa, and two local groups working to expand mobility for older adults and people with disabilities, were among those awarded money from the Community Transit Grant Program, managed by the state Department of Transportation. MeVa’s Travel Ambassador Program was formally awarded $100,000 Thursday to increase access to MeVa’s free public transit services for older adults …
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Sections: Haverhill, Region
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Groveland Police and Fire Successfully Stock Pantry Shelves After Food and Sock Drive
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Groveland first responders say they were able to successfully stock the food pantries at the Sacred Hearts Food Bank and Groveland Council on Aging as well as collect “an overwhelming amount of socks” for the Veterans Northeast Outreach Center during their food and sock drive Nov. 12. Police Chief Jeffrey Gillen and Fire Chief Robert Valentine thanked the community for …
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Byrne Justice Assistance Grants Go to Methuen, North Andover, West Newbury and Others
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Police departments in area cities and towns are receiving federal grants to address “unmet public safety priorities.” The Edward J. Byrne Justice Assistance Grants, awarded by the U.S. Justice Department and administered by the state, pay for strategies to stem drug use, human trafficking, domestic violence, sexual assault, gang and gun violence, missing person cases and hate crimes. Additional priorities …
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Northern Essex Community College Says Expanded Program Fills in Gaps in Student Financial Aid
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Northern Essex Community College is among state public colleges and universities hailing an expansion of student financial aid following Gov. Maura Healey administration’s Wednesday launch of the MASSGrant Plus Expansion program. Not including room and board, MASSGrant Plus Expansion will cover the total cost of tuition and fees for Pell Grant-eligible students, including, for the first time, the federal government-determined …
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Sections: Education, Region
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Atkinson Garden Club’s Greens and Gifts Sale Dec. 1 and 2
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A bit of holiday magic will be blossoming at the annual Atkinson Garden Club’s Greens and Gifts Sale. Items designed to help residents deck their halls include tabletop holly trees, kissing balls and centerpieces with candles. Those wishing White Christmas specialty gifts are advised to preorder at atkinsongardenclub.com. The sale takes place Friday and Saturday, Dec. 1 and 2, from …
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Sections: Community Spotlight, Region
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Merrimack Valley Chamber’s Holiday Party, Wine Tasting and Fashion Show Nov. 30
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The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Holiday Party, Wine Tasting and Fashion Show is coming up at the end of the month. Members are welcome to enjoy a dinner buffet, fashion show by Consignment Bridal and Prom and Uncommon Closet, opportunity to sample various wines and music and dancing. The holiday outing takes place Thursday, Nov. 30, beginning at …
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Sections: Business Bulletin, Region
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WHAV’s local news reporting is about disseminating truth; holding people, government and organizations accountable; and defending democracy.
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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. Guest: Laurie Cantwell, Haverhill Lions Club.
- 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.
Saturday’s Radio Highlights
- Classic Hits: Favorites all day, except as indicated
- Community Spotlight: News of upcoming cultural and civic events, quarter past every hour
- Wave Weather: Every 30 minutes
- FSN World News: Noon, 6 and 11 p.m.
- Take Two Movie Review: 8:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m.
- Mass Moments: Today in Massachusetts history, 6:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.
- Gunsmoke: 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
Sunday’s Radio Highlights
- Classic Hits: Favorites all day, except as indicated
- Community Spotlight: News of upcoming cultural and civic events, quarter past every hour
- Wave Weather: Every 30 minutes
- FSN World News: Noon, 6 and 11 p.m.
- Take Two Movie Review: 8:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m.
- Mass Moments: Today in Massachusetts history, 6:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.
- Let George Do It: 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
Monday’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: MakeIT Haverhill founder Keith Boucher.
- 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.
- Suspense: 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
- FSN World News: 11 p.m.
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