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Haverhill Residents Could Save $200 Monthly on Electric Bills with City Plan, but Should Check Bills

Haverhill Residents Could Save $200 Monthly on Electric Bills with City Plan, but Should Check Bills
While the cost of electricity is expected to skyrocket this winter, some Haverhill residents will be spared from an increase in their monthly bill because of a plan enacted by the city two years ago. The Energy Aggregation Plan bundles electrical users into a group who then look for a better rate by buying in bulk. Mayor James J. Fiorentini …

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Updated: Haverhill Police Investigate Gunshots that Damaged Mount Washington Home

Updated: Haverhill Police Investigate Gunshots that Damaged Mount Washington Home
Haverhill Police are investigating gunshots, apparently fired early Tuesday morning, that struck a home in the Mount Washington neighborhood. Haverhill Deputy Police Chief Stephen J. Doherty Jr. told WHAV there were no injuries reported, but damage was observed at the building near the corner of Beacon and Central Streets. “We don’t know the specifics of the type of firearm used,” …

Sections: Crime, Haverhill

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Regional News

Podcast: Methuen Welcomes Wall That Heals, Vietnam Memorial Replica, Thursday-Sunday

Podcast: Methuen Welcomes Wall That Heals, Vietnam Memorial Replica, Thursday-Sunday
The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., is in Methuen this week and open to the public 24 hours a day starting Thursday morning. The Wall That Heals also features a mobile Education Center, telling the story of the Vietnam War, The Wall and the divisive era in American history. The exhibit …

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Friends of the Groveland Council on Aging Offer Summer Barbeque Fundraiser on Thursday

Friends of the Groveland Council on Aging Offer Summer Barbeque Fundraiser on Thursday
Friends of the Groveland Council on Aging are hosting a Summer Barbeque Fundraiser this Thursday featuring food and drink, raffles and music. The fundraiser takes place Thursday, Sept. 29, at noon, under the tent in the Groveland town hall parking lot, 183 Main St., Groveland. Food and drink will be served, including hamburgers and hot dogs. Tickets are $10 each …

Sections: Community Spotlight, Region

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Education

Whittier Tech Senior Craig Receives SkillsUSA Statesman Award, Attends Training in Washington

Whittier Tech Senior Craig Receives SkillsUSA Statesman Award, Attends Training in Washington
Jaidyn Craig, a senior at Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School, took part last week in the SkillsUSA Washington Leadership Training Institute in Washington, D.C. The Institute provided students an opportunity to grow their professionalism, communication and leadership skills. Craig, of Haverhill, was invited to attend following his election as the SkillsUSA Massachusetts president for the 2022-2023 school year. “My …

Sections: Education, Haverhill, Region

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Haverhill Special Education Parent Advisory Council Holds First School Year Meeting Virtually Thursday

Haverhill Special Education Parent Advisory Council Holds First School Year Meeting Virtually Thursday
Haverhill’s Special Education Parent Advisory Council, also known as SEPAC, is hosting its first meeting of the 2022-2023 school year online. Haverhill Public Schools Superintendent Margaret Marotta and Executive Director of Student Support Services Deborah Ibanez are attending to provide an update on Haverhill Public Schools special education and answer questions. The meeting takes place Thursday, Sept. 29, at 6 …

Sections: Community Spotlight, Education, Haverhill

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Community Spotlight

‘Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day’ Event Sunday Benefits Sarah’s Place Adult Day Health Center

‘Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day’ Event Sunday Benefits Sarah’s Place Adult Day Health Center
A “Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser” is on tap this Sunday with food, music, raffles and silent auction to benefit Sarah’s Place Adult Day Health Center. The annual remembrance by the Barker Family honors Harry J. “Joe” Barker Jr. on what would have been his 86th birthday. Music by E.J. Ouellette and Crazy Maggy with special appearances by Clan …

Sections: Community Spotlight, Haverhill

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Business Bulletin

Merrimack Valley Chamber Public Safety Breakfast Forum Features DA Blodgett, Sheriff Coppinger, Others

Merrimack Valley Chamber Public Safety Breakfast Forum Features DA Blodgett, Sheriff Coppinger, Others
The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce is offering a breakfast forum this Friday with public safety as its theme. Along with a continental breakfast, attendees will hear featured speakers including District Attorney Jonathan W. Blodgett, Essex County Sheriff Kevin F. Coppinger, Haverhill Police Chief Robert P. Pistone, Andover Police Chief Patrick Keefe, Lawrence Police Chief Roy Vasque, Methuen Police Chief …

Sections: Business Bulletin, Haverhill, Region

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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: Eunice Zeigler of the YWCA and Eva Rajczyk of Asperger Works.
  • 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. Guests: Ken Moran of Opportunity Works and Methuen City Councilor Eunice D. Zeigler discussing Methuen Day.
  • 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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