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Last Call: WHAV’s Spring Membership Drive and Fiscal Year End Tonight; Support Local News Before Midnight

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There are flexible and easy membership options here. If you’re already a member and/or wish to make an additional end-of-year contribution, thank you.

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City Desk

Haverhill City Clerk Prepares Residents for State-Required Voting Location Changes

Haverhill City Clerk Prepares Residents for State-Required Voting Location Changes
The Haverhill City Clerk’s office is preparing the public for this fall’s elections that may be muddled by new polling places for some, introduction of sub precincts and changes to legislative districts for others. All of the changes come as a result of redistricting plans by the Massachusetts House and Senate last year. One of the stranger shifts sees a …

Sections: Election Central, Haverhill

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State Awards COVID-19 Grants to Haverhill and Lawrence Nonprofits Among Others

State Awards COVID-19 Grants to Haverhill and Lawrence Nonprofits Among Others
Haverhill’s Leaving the Streets Ministries and two Lawrence organizations are among those receiving additional state grants targeted to communities hardest hit by COVID-19. The money comes from the Massachusetts Vaccine Equity Initiative, aimed at increasing awareness and access to the COVID-19 vaccine and mitigating impacts of the pandemic. The latest grants are part of the Baker-Polito Administration’s $58 million vow …

Sections: COVID-19, Haverhill, Region

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Regional News

Methuen Independence Day Festivities Now Set for July 9 at the Loop With Bands and Food

Methuen Independence Day Festivities Now Set for July 9 at the Loop With Bands and Food
Methuen has updated its Fourth of July plans with fireworks and festivities taking place Saturday, July 9. The event features the city’s Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks display along with music by the B Street Bombers and Veterans Den Band and food trucks. Festivities begin at 6 p.m., Saturday, July 9, The Loop in Methuen. The on and off ramps …

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Plaistow Reports Delays in Cardboard Collection at Dumpsters, Asks Residents to Hold Off

Plaistow Reports Delays in Cardboard Collection at Dumpsters, Asks Residents to Hold Off
Plaistow, N.H., officials are asking residents to hold off on leaving cardboard at recycling dumpsters until the town resolves a delay in having the bins emptied. The town is working with JRM Hauling of Peabody for a resolution. JRM signed a new contract with Plaistow last fall that included semi-automated trash and recycling collection. Residents may continue to use household …

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Lynn Social Worker Leigh Launches Campaign for Essex County Sheriff

Lynn Social Worker Leigh Launches Campaign for Essex County Sheriff
Virginia Leigh, candidate for Essex County sheriff, plans to kick off her campaign formally at the end of next week. Leigh is a clinical social worker running against incumbent Sheriff Kevin F. Coppinger. In a statement, she promised to “to put an end to the revolving door at the county jail by using her mental health expertise to change outcomes …

Sections: Election Central, Haverhill, Region

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Community Spotlight

Haverhill’s Whittier Birthplace to Host Dale Rogers’ ‘Big Dog Show’ This Fall

Haverhill’s Whittier Birthplace to Host Dale Rogers’ ‘Big Dog Show’ This Fall
John Greenleaf Whittier would likely approve. Haverhill’s Whittier Birthplace is hosting “The Big Dog Show,” the signature public art exhibition of Haverhill-based artist Dale Rogers, when it returns to Bradford Common this fall. Twenty of Dale Rogers’ “American Dogs” will be assembled on the Bradford Common from Friday, Oct. 28, through Monday, Oct. 31. Event sponsors will have the opportunity …

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  • 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.

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  • WIN for Breakfast: Local news, weather, traffic, sports and information. Win Damon is light, lively and local, 6-9 a.m. Guest: Rep. Andy X. Vargas.
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  • 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.
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