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Haverhill Mayor Albert W. Glynn.
When WHAV moved into its new downtown studios 75 years ago this month, Haverhill Mayor Albert W. Glynn hailed the arrival of the new local news and entertainment outlet.

“I feel certain they have made one of the greatest contributions ever made to our civic life,” Glynn said.

As WHAV returns to the art deco-styled building, the need for accurate, reliable and trustworthy coverage of local news remains more important than ever.

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City Desk

Haverhill Mayor Urges Expansion of Accessory Units; Lawyer Says Garages, Sheds May Be Homes

Haverhill Mayor Urges Expansion of Accessory Units; Lawyer Says Garages, Sheds May Be Homes
Haverhill’s mayor says an idea to allow more, what were once intended to be “in-law,” apartments will reduce the number of illegal housing units, but opponents argue it could greatly change the character of single-family neighborhoods. Haverhill city councilors will again take up Mayor James J. Fiorentini’s proposal to allow more “accessory dwelling units” that would not be limited to …

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Podcast: Salvation Army of Haverhill Plans Focus on Teen Depression, but Kettle Collections Fall Behind

Podcast: Salvation Army of Haverhill Plans Focus on Teen Depression, but Kettle Collections Fall Behind
The Salvation Army in Haverhill finds itself behind this year in raising money for its donations to families—particularly important this year as the charity turns its attention to a rise in teenage depression. Major Lynnann Rivers, a recent guest on WHAV’s morning program, says, to date, collections are about a third of normal are at this point in the season. …

Sections: Haverhill, What's On?

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Regional News

Groveland Council on Aging Renovates Food Pantry; Now Offers Fresh as well as Frozen Food

Groveland Council on Aging Renovates Food Pantry; Now Offers Fresh as well as Frozen Food
The Groveland Council on Aging recently renovated its food pantry thanks to generous donations from community groups. Renovations began in July and included electrical upgrades, new shelving and a new refrigerator and freezer. With these improvements the pantry now offers both fresh and frozen foods. The renovations were supported by a $4,000 donation from Pentucket Bank Community Funding and $500 …

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Plaistow Public Library Holds ‘A Gathering of Celtic & Christmas Songs and Stories’ Program

Plaistow Public Library Holds ‘A Gathering of Celtic & Christmas Songs and Stories’ Program
Plaistow Public Library presents a free night of music, stories and Celtic history at its “A Gathering of Celtic & Christmas Songs and Stories” program. The event takes place Wednesday, Dec. 7, from 6-7:30 p.m., at Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main St., Plaistow, N.H. This interactive concert includes singing, clapping and a bit of foot stomping. Music will be played …

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Education

Haverhill High School Requests Winter Clothing During Final Week of Winter Coat Drive

Haverhill High School Requests Winter Clothing During Final Week of Winter Coat Drive
Haverhill High School is hosting the last week of accepting winter clothing for its winter coat drive. The drive is accepting items from now until Friday, Dec. 9. Donations should be brought to room M23 at Haverhill High School, 137 Monument St., Haverhill. Donations should consist only of coats, jackets, mittens, gloves or scarves that are in good condition. For …

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Community Spotlight

Tufts Medicine Care at Home Invites Public to Honor Loved Ones at Candles of Remembrance Ceremony

Tufts Medicine Care at Home Invites Public to Honor Loved Ones at Candles of Remembrance Ceremony
Tufts Medicine Care at Home invites the public to light a candle, in-person or virtually, for loved ones at the Candles of Remembrance ceremony in Methuen or online. The ceremony happens in person Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 6 p.m., at Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. A virtual ceremony takes place Thursday, Dec. 8, at 6 p.m., online. The …

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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. Guest: Haverhill school Superintendent Margaret Marotta.
  • 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 City Council: Live, 7 p.m.
  • X Minus One: 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
  • FSN World News: 11 p.m.

Wednesday’s Radio Highlights

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