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City Desk

Councilors Delay Approving Idea to Allow Anyone to Create or Rent ‘In-Law Apartments’ in Haverhill

Councilors Delay Approving Idea to Allow Anyone to Create or Rent ‘In-Law Apartments’ in Haverhill
A question over whether to allow an expansion of, what have been called, “in-law apartments” for non-related people was left unresolved at last Tuesday’s Haverhill City Council Meeting. The plan to allow more apartments, officially known as “accessory dwelling units,” was presented to the Council by Community Development Division Director Andrew K. Herlihy. He began by acknowledging the plan is …

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Podcast: Haverhill Hometown Holiday Celebration Tonight with Tree Lighting, Santa, Entertainment

Podcast: Haverhill Hometown Holiday Celebration Tonight with Tree Lighting, Santa, Entertainment
Downtown Haverhill springs to life tonight with holiday spirit as the Haverhill Hometown Holiday Celebration kicks of the season. The event, formerly known as the Christmas Stroll, runs between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. One of its volunteers, Melissa Seavey of Bethany Communities, gave an overview for WHAV listeners during an appearance on WHAV’s morning show. “It’s a little different from …

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Regional News

No Injuries and Firefighters Save Pets During Three-Alarm Plaistow, N.H., Condo Fire

No Injuries and Firefighters Save Pets During Three-Alarm Plaistow, N.H., Condo Fire
The Plaistow, N.H., Fire Department battled a three-alarm blaze Thursday afternoon in one of a four units of a condominium building. Plaistow Emergency Communications Center received 911 calls at 2:41 p.m., for the building at 120 Newton Road. Within 34 minutes, firefighters were able to contain the fire—which, so far, has been deemed accidental—to the unit where it began. There …

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Lawrence Man Pleads Guilty to Selling Fentanyl Five Times Last Spring in Methuen

Lawrence Man Pleads Guilty to Selling Fentanyl Five Times Last Spring in Methuen
A Lawrence man who sold fentanyl to a “cooperating Methuen witness” five times between February and May this past year, pleaded guilty to drug dealing  this week in U.S. District Court. Forty-two-year-old Rafael Sierra-Baez pleaded guilty to distribution and possession with intent to distribute fentanyl. U.S. Senior District Court Judge Douglas P. Woodlock scheduled sentencing for next March 28. Sierra-Baez …

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Groveland Fire and Police Departments Welcome Santa Claus for Annual Visit This Sunday

Groveland Fire and Police Departments Welcome Santa Claus for Annual Visit This Sunday
The Groveland Fire and Police departments invite residents to watch Santa on his annual visit this weekend. The visit takes place Sunday, Dec. 4, from 11 a.m-5 p.m. Santa’s sleigh route begins at the Bagnall School, 253 School St., Groveland and moves downtown towards Main St. His final stop is at the Public Safety Building located at 181 Main St., …

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Pentucket Arts Foundation Puts on Third Annual Makers Market

Pentucket Arts Foundation Puts on Third Annual Makers Market
Pentucket Arts Foundation offers presents, concessions and more at the third annual Makers Market in Groveland. The market is on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m., at Veasey Memorial Park, 201 Washington St., Groveland. Thirty-five local artists and artisans are presenting products such as handmade wire, metal and beaded jewelry, pottery and ceramics, textiles, soap and candles, paintings, knitted …

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Sleigh Rides, Food Trucks and More Offered at Methuen Tree Lighting

Sleigh Rides, Food Trucks and More Offered at Methuen Tree Lighting
Holiday activities are taking place Sunday night at the Methuen tree lighting. The lighting happens Sunday, Dec. 4, from 4-8 p.m., at the Loop, 90 Pleasant Valley St., Methuen. Activities include live music, sleigh rides, pictures with Santa, pony rides, interactive games, holiday train rides, food trucks and more. For any questions, contact Methuen Parks and Recreation at 978-983-8590 or …

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Education

Whittier Tech Reveals the Many Career Pathways Involved in its Annual Santa Parade Float

Whittier Tech Reveals the Many Career Pathways Involved in its Annual Santa Parade Float
Students at Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School continued the tradition of designing and building a float for Lorraine Post 29 VFW’s annual Santa Parade, but used this year’s opportunity to introduce the school’s new Marine Technology career pathway. This year’s blue-and-white float depicted water and whitecaps, with a white Whittier Tech boat riding the waves. Penguins are riding inside. …

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Community Spotlight

Good Shepherd United Methodist Church Hosts Holiday Mini Bazaar in Haverhill this Saturday

Good Shepherd United Methodist Church Hosts Holiday Mini Bazaar in Haverhill this Saturday
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church presents a mini holiday bazaar this weekend in Haverhill. The bazaar takes place Saturday, Dec. 3, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, 471 Main St., Haverhill. Items to purchase include jewelry, plants, craft supplies, holiday décor and treasures from Granny’s Attic. Visitors may also participate in a cookie walk where a …

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Haverhill Garden Club Invites Public to Participate in Third Annual Holiday Door Photo Display

Haverhill Garden Club Invites Public to Participate in Third Annual Holiday Door Photo Display
The Haverhill Garden Club is hosting its third annual “Holiday Doors of Haverhill” photo display. Residents and business owners are asked to decorate their entryways and take a photograph in the daytime to send to the club. Names and addresses should be included. The pictures will be shared in groups on the club’s Facebook starting in early December. Only the …

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Business Bulletin

Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce Holds Networking Breakfast at Chick-fil-A

Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce Holds Networking Breakfast at Chick-fil-A
The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting a networking breakfast in Salem, N.H. The breakfast is on Monday, Dec. 5, from 8-9:15 a.m., at Chick-fil-A, 14 S. Village Drive., Salem N.H. Complimentary coffee and continental breakfast will be available. Visitors may have the chance to win door prizes or make business connections. Attendance costs $10 for chamber members and …

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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: Rep. Andy X. Vargas and Kerri Perry, CEO of Community Action.
  • 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
  • FSN 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.
  • Gunsmoke: 10 p.m. and 1 a.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: Chief Medical Officer Dr. Zandra Kelley talks about the new Affiliated Care Organization called C3 that Greater Lawrence Family Health Center will join in 2023. Kelley explains what the organization is and what changes patients can expect in the coming months. Nurse Practitioner Lisa Howe also talks about school-based health centers and how they affect students’ health and wellness, without having to leave school.
  • FSN 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.

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: YMCA Regional Executive Director Tracy Fuller.
  • 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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