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Haverhill to Provide Grants of up to $5,000 for Residents with August Flood Damage

Haverhill to Provide Grants of up to $5,000 for Residents with August Flood Damage
Haverhill residents still looking for help paying for last summer’s flood damage could be eligible for up to $5,000 in relief thanks to a new city program. Mayor James J. Fiorentini said he is making $300,000 available from federal American Rescue Plan Act money to be awarded in up to $5,000 increments to residents not covered by other sources such …

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Three Events Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Jan, 12-15

Three Events Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Jan, 12-15
A number of area events are planned to celebrate the life and legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Jan, 12-15. A Martin Luther King Jr. Shabbat, celebrating the civil rights leader in song and prayer, takes place Friday, Jan. 12, at 7 p.m., at Temple Emanu-El, 514 Main St., Haverhill, as well as online. It features the choirs of …

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Regional News

District Attorney Identifies 29-Year-Old Lawrence Victim of Sunday Shooting

District Attorney Identifies 29-Year-Old Lawrence Victim of Sunday Shooting
A 29-year-old man who died from a gunshot wound early Sunday morning in Lawrence was identified Tuesday by Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker’s office. The district attorney said Edward Javier-Perez died after a report of shots fired around 12:20 a.m., Dec. 24, at Energy Lounge, 459 Broadway, Lawrence. Lawrence Police found Javier-Perez “suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.” …

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Community Spotlight

MakeIT Haverhill Offers Free Computer Classes in English and Spanish Jan. 4

MakeIT Haverhill Offers Free Computer Classes in English and Spanish Jan. 4
MakeIT Haverhill is again offering free computer classes to help people obtain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in today’s digital world. Classes include Basics and Small Business—both for English and Spanish speakers. Registration is open for classes Thursday, Jan. 4, from 4-6 p.m., at MakeIT Haverhill, 301 Washington St., Haverhill. The Basics class covers beginner skills such …

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Business Bulletin

Tap Restaurant and Brew Pub Hosts Merrimack Valley Chamber Jan. 3

Tap Restaurant and Brew Pub Hosts Merrimack Valley Chamber Jan. 3
The Tap Restaurant and Brew Pub welcomes Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce members at its first Business Networking Mixer of the new year next week. The gathering features business connections, complimentary appetizers and door prizes. It takes place Wednesday, Jan. 3, from 5-7 p.m., at The Tap, 100 Washington St., Haverhill. Admission is $10 for members and $20 for nonmembers. …

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  • 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.
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