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97.9 WHAV ♦ October 14, 2022 ♦ Public Media of New England, Inc.
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There’s Nothing Between You and Local News
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Haverhill Teachers’ Union Disputes School Committee Statements, Says Issues Not Just About Money
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The Haverhill teachers’ union, responding to the School Committee’s characterization of the state of current negotiations, said Thursday sticking points go beyond money and involve racial justice, health and safety and other working conditions. Haverhill Education Association President Tim Briggs told WHAV late Thursday afternoon the union strongly disputes the claim teachers received a 10% increase three years ago. He …
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Sections: Education, Haverhill
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Haverhill High Grad and 2nd Lt. Cokely Begins Monday at The Basic School; Plans Career as Pilot
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Sean P. Cokely, a 2018 Haverhill High School graduate, Monday begins attending The Basic School in Quantico, Va. U.S. Marine Corps Second Lt. Cokely simultaneously graduated from Vermont’s Norwich University and received his commission this past spring. He majored in political science and minored in finance. Following graduation from The Basic School next March, Cokely plans to begin flight training …
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Haverhill Police Accept Donations for Pink Ribbon Campaign During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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The Haverhill Police Department is again conducting its Pink Ribbon campaign during October’s Breast Cancer Awareness month. For Haverhill Police, the cause is deeply personal. Michelle Benedetti, wife of Haverhill Detective Joseph Benedetti, lost her battle with cancer during May of 2019. She served the state Department of Children and Families as a social worker for 21 years and was …
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Truck Driver Dies in Interstate 495 Rush Hour Crash in Andover
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A commercial truck driver was killed in a crash during this morning’s commuting hours on Interstate 495 in Andover. Massachusetts State Police troopers were dispatched about 7 a.m. to a crash on the southbound side of I-495 in Andover that involved two commercial trucks. Troopers from the State Police-Andover Barracks and the department’s specialized units report a waste services company …
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North Andover Fire Dept. Offers Games, Demonstrations and More at 'Meet Our Heroes Family Fun Day'
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The North Andover Fire Department is hosting a day of activities at “Meet Our Heroes Family Fun Day” in Lawrence. The event takes place Saturday, Oct. 15, from 1-5 p.m., at Veterans Memorial Stadium, 240 Osgood St., Lawrence. Activities include demonstrations, virtual reality parachute jump, physical fitness competition, inflatable football and basketball, cornhole and video games. Food trucks will also …
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Sections: Community Spotlight, Region
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Annual Merrimack Valley Halloween Book Festival Returns This Weekend Hosted by Haverhill Public Library
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The Merrimack Valley Halloween Book Festival returns this weekend to the Haverhill Public Library with local authors, panel discussions and more. The festival takes place on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., at Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St., Haverhill. More than 70 authors are hosting tables to market their books and offer candy to visitors. The full list …
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Sections: Community Spotlight, Haverhill
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Atkinson Women’s Civic Club Presents Local Vendors and Food at Artisan Market Saturday
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The Atkinson Women’s Civic Club is providing food, shopping and more during its 2022 indoor/outdoor Artisan Market. The market takes place rain or shine Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Atkinson Community Center, 4 Main St., Atkinson. Sixty-seven handmade craft and food vendors are attending, including the Atkinson Lions Club cooking hamburgers and hot dogs and Atkinson …
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Sections: Community Spotlight, 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. Election Central: Sen. Barry Finegold, Democrat seeking re-election to Massachusetts State Senate 2nd Essex and Middlesex District. Guest: Cantor Vera Broekhuysen of Temple Emanu-El.
- 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
- World News: Noon 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.
- FSN World News: 11 p.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
- Pulse on Health: Greater Lawrence Family Health Center CEO Guy Fish hosts the monthly “All Hands Staff Meeting” from the Center’s South Clinic. He talks about the strategic planning process and culture within the organization. Then, Chief Medical Officer Zandra Kelley gives an update on rising COVID-19 numbers and the value of staff and the public getting flu vaccinations.
- 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.
- Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
- FSN World News: 11 p.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: Sen. Diana DiZoglio.
- 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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