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Sworn in by Gov. Healey, Auditor DiZoglio Says Role is Deeper Than Analyzing State Money

Sworn in by Gov. Healey, Auditor DiZoglio Says Role is Deeper Than Analyzing State Money
Massachusetts’ new state Auditor Diana DiZoglio was formally sworn in by Gov. Maura Healey last night in Methuen, saying her new job is not just about scrutinizing state spending, but also making sure government is efficient, accountable and get things done. DiZoglio, who chose not to run for re-election to the state Senate and, instead, successfully sought the statewide job, …

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Haverhill Residents Shape Proposed Water Street Rebuild; Plans Subject to Revision

Haverhill Residents Shape Proposed Water Street Rebuild; Plans Subject to Revision
(Additional photograph below) Public input last Monday night on a possible future rebuild of a stretch of Water Street in the Haverhill’s Riverside neighborhood, is already shaping the project. A number of residents gathered at St. John the Baptist Church gave feedback on the potential project that would provide new river outlooks, trails and bike lanes. Mayor James J. Fiorentini, …

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Education

Whittier Tech Graduate Matos Says Early College Benefits Greater Than Just Tuition Savings

Whittier Tech Graduate Matos Says Early College Benefits Greater Than Just Tuition Savings
A 2022 graduate of Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School returned to the school over the last two weeks, offering testimonials on the benefits of the Early College program beyond tuition savings. Akira Matos, who studied Metal Fabrication at Whittier, addressed 12 classes of Early College students on Fridays, Jan. 6 and 13. She graduated last year with 18 college …

Sections: Education, Haverhill, Region

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Community Spotlight

AgeSpan Prepares for 12th Annual LGBTQ+ Elders in an Ever-Changing World Conference in June

AgeSpan Prepares for 12th Annual LGBTQ+ Elders in an Ever-Changing World Conference in June
Dr. Imani Woody, a nationally known thought leader who has advocated for the rights of women, people of color and those in the LGBTQ+ community for more than 25 years, will address the 12th Annual “LGBTQ+ Elders in an Ever-Changing World” Conference in June. Woody is the founder and CEO of Mary’s House for Older Adults in Washington, D.C., and …

Sections: Community Spotlight, Region

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Business Bulletin

Haverhill Chamber Plans Leads Lunch First Wednesday of Each Month; Free to Members

Haverhill Chamber Plans Leads Lunch First Wednesday of Each Month; Free to Members
The next Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce “Leads Lunch” takes place on the first of February. The program, which includes lunch, takes place on the first Wednesday of each month and is intended to help participants grow their professional network and increase business lead generation. The Leads Lunch takes place Wednesday, Feb. 1, from noon-1 p.m., at the UMass Lowell …

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