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As someone who follows local news presented by 97.9 WHAV, you surely have noticed the growing number of important stories and events presented daily.

Whether it is pent up demand after two years of the pandemic or a new trend, the numbers of events and critical happenings also have grown substantially.

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City Desk

MVRTA Moves Toward Goal of Becoming More Visible with New Shelters, Signs, Name and Look

MVRTA Moves Toward Goal of Becoming More Visible with New Shelters, Signs, Name and Look
Upon his arrival last year, the new administrator of the Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority pledged to improve the visibility of the public bus company and make it easier for potential riders to try the service. Administrator Noah S. Berger is able to cross a few things off his to-do list with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation formally awarding money …

Sections: Haverhill, Region

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Regional News

West Newbury Police, Animal Control Teamwork Achieve Success Rescuing Injured Bald Eagle

West Newbury Police, Animal Control Teamwork Achieve Success Rescuing Injured Bald Eagle
West Newbury Police, West Newbury Dispatcher Bob Pierce, and Animal Control Officer Kayla Provencher teamed up Sunday to rescue an injured bald eagle. “We respond to a wide variety of emergencies in West Newbury, and I am proud of the teamwork that was on display during this complex call,” said Police Chief Michael Dwyer. Dwyer said Sgt. Rich Parenteau and …

Sections: Region

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Education

Podcast: Gariepy Provides Sneak Preview of ‘The Lion King Jr.,’ Presented Tonight and Thursday

Podcast: Gariepy Provides Sneak Preview of ‘The Lion King Jr.,’ Presented Tonight and Thursday
It’s show time for the John Greenleaf Whittier Drama Club in Haverhill. For the past several weeks about 35 students have been working on their theatrical skills and will debut their version of The Lion King Jr. tonight. Bobby Gariepy, drama coach and music teacher at John Greenleaf Whittier School, appeared live over 97.9 WHAV this past Monday. “We’re doing …

Sections: Education, Haverhill, What's On?

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Community Spotlight

Nashville Singer Catherine Roche Performs in Haverhill in Support of Charity

Nashville Singer Catherine Roche Performs in Haverhill in Support of Charity
Rising songwriter and Nashville recording artist Catherine Roche performs during a fundraiser in support of Haverhill’s 411Cares. Roche, a Haverhill native, recently released “Beautiful Surprise,” produced by Kent Wells who is well-known for his work with Dolly Parton. The fundraiser, also sponsored by the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce and Women’s Business League, takes place Wednesday, Aug. 10, from 5:30-8:30 …

Sections: Community Spotlight, Haverhill

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Business Bulletin

Crescent Yacht Club Hosts Greater Haverhill Chamber Thursday

Crescent Yacht Club Hosts Greater Haverhill Chamber Thursday
Crescent Yacht Club is hosting members of the Greater Haverhill Chamber for a Business After Hours networking event this Thursday. Light appetizers will be served and drinks are available for purchase. Business representatives are advised to bring business cards and any promotional items they have. Networking takes place Thursday, Aug 4, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Crescent Yacht Club, 30 Ferry …

Sections: Business Bulletin

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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: Rich Porcelli discussing the upcoming Whittier Tech Foundation Golf Tournament and Kaleigh Pare-Shaughnessy of Whittier Birthplace.
  • 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.
  • Great Gildersleeve: 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
  • FSN World News: 11 p.m.

Thursday’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: Lawrence City Councilor Pavel Payano, candidate First Essex Senate District. (WHAV News Election Central.)
  • 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.
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