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City Desk

Haverhill Farmers Market to Move Across the Merrimack for June Season Opening

Haverhill Farmers Market to Move Across the Merrimack for June Season Opening
The Haverhill Farmers Market returns in June for its 45th season, but in a new location to accommodate coming Merrimack Street construction. Manager Jeff Grassie of Team Haverhill addressed the City Council Tuesday, reminding members and the public of the change to the popular summertime event. “We are moving out of the Goecke Parking Deck and we are moving to …

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Haverhill Schools Receive Grant to Expand Preschool Opportunities

Haverhill Schools Receive Grant to Expand Preschool Opportunities
A five-year long effort to receive a grant from the state to help expand preschools has finally come to fruition for Haverhill Public Schools. The Commonwealth Preschool Partnership Initiative grant provides money to expand high-quality pre-kindergarten or preschool opportunities for children three and four years old.  Speaking before the Haverhill School Committee on Thursday, Kristi-Lynn Craig, director of the Moody …

Sections: Education, Haverhill

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Podcast: Haverhill Firefighting Museum’s Annual Kentucky Derby Gala Fundraiser this Saturday

Podcast: Haverhill Firefighting Museum’s Annual Kentucky Derby Gala Fundraiser this Saturday
The Haverhill Firefighting Museum is at the starting gate for a new season and holding its annual Kentucky Derby Gala Fundraiser this Saturday. Co-chair Cynthia Graham gave a preview on WHAV’s “Win For Breakfast” program. “We have a lot of fun surprises this year, but we are sticking with some of the tried and true things like a nice Southern …

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Regional News

Updated: DA Says 18-Year-Old Died in Lawrence Shooting of Six at House Party

Updated: DA Says 18-Year-Old Died in Lawrence Shooting of Six at House Party
Updated An 18-year-old Lawrence man, one of six shot early Sunday morning at a house party, died from his wounds, while two others were flown to Boston hospitals for treatment of their wounds. Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker reported Desiderio Arias of 128 Boxford St., Lawrence, was pronounced dead at Lawrence General Hospital. Two others were taken by …

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Federal Grand Jury Indicts Former Lawrence Mayoral Chief of Staff on Having Child Sexual Abuse Material

Federal Grand Jury Indicts Former Lawrence Mayoral Chief of Staff on Having Child Sexual Abuse Material
The former chief of staff to the mayor of Lawrence was indicted by a federal grand jury in Boston for transporting and possessing child sexual abuse material. Forty-eight-year-old Jhovanny Martes-Rosario was indicted on one count of possession of child pornography and one count of transportation of child pornography. Martes-Rosario was released on conditions following an initial appearance Friday in federal …

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Education

ASL Interpreter Spera to Deliver Student Address at Northern Essex Community College Graduation

ASL Interpreter Spera to Deliver Student Address at Northern Essex Community College Graduation
Northern Essex Community College graduate Ember Spera delivers the student speaker address a week from Saturday at the college’s 61st Annual Commencement. Spera, who is also receiving a certificate in American Sign Language interpreting, is already experienced interpreting for large audiences. Spera interpreted the National Anthem on Red Sox 2023 Opening Day and for several Boston University events. Spera’s parents …

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Community Spotlight

YMCA Legacy Gala ‘Be A Shining Star,’ Features Jazz, Dinner, Auction May 13

YMCA Legacy Gala ‘Be A Shining Star,’ Features Jazz, Dinner, Auction May 13
Performances by the Timberlane Jazz Select Band, dinner and unusual auction items are part of this year’s YMCA Legacy Gala, supporting Haverhill and Plaistow summer camp scholarships and summer education programs. Themed as “Be A Shining Star,” the gala dinner is surf and turf with a signature cocktail. Live auction items include Bruins and Celtics tickets, a five-course meal for …

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Business Bulletin

Merrimack Valley Chamber Next Generation Leaders to Play Pickleball, Network

Merrimack Valley Chamber Next Generation Leaders to Play Pickleball, Network
Members of the Next Generation Leaders group of the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce may take part in free pickleball and networking next Monday. An introduction to the game, followed by business networking, takes place Monday, May 8, from 5-7 p.m., at Cedardale Health and Fitness, 91 Boston Road, Haverhill. Those interested may register online at MerrimackValleyChamber.com or call 978-686-0900. …

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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: YMCA Regional Executive Director Tracy Fuller and Haverhill School Health and Wellness Coach Megan Arivella previews addiction program featuring former Boston Celtics player Chris Herren.
  • 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.

Tuesday’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: Sen. Barry R. Finegold and 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.
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