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City Desk

New State Economic Development Undersecretary Stanton Launched Career at Haverhill City Hall

New State Economic Development Undersecretary Stanton Launched Career at Haverhill City Hall
One of the new undersecretaries in the reorganized state Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development received her start as a Haverhill City Hall staffer 16 years ago. Sarah A. Stanton is taking charge of one of the “three pillars of economic development,” Economic Strategies, under Housing and Economic Development Secretary Yvonne Hao. Haverhill Mayor James J. Fiorentini told WHAV …

Sections: Haverhill, State House News

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Education

NECC Foundation Honors Five Community Leaders During Inaugural Impact Awards

NECC Foundation Honors Five Community Leaders During Inaugural Impact Awards
Five community leaders were honored Wednesday for their “lasting contributions” to Northern Essex Community College and its students. The NECC Foundation presented its inaugural Impact Awards to Jouel Gómez, Outstanding Alumni Award; state Auditor Diana DiZoglio, Public Service and Advocacy Award; Jeffrey Linehan, Philanthropy and Volunteerism Award; Vilma Martinez Dominguez, Equity and Social Justice Award; and Covanta, Community Partner Award …

Sections: Education, Haverhill

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Regional News

Firefighters Recover Body of Methuen Man at Exploded Newburyport Chemical Plant

Firefighters Recover Body of Methuen Man at Exploded Newburyport Chemical Plant
Officials recovered the body of the only missing worker late Thursday afternoon at a chemical plant in Newburyport that exploded early that morning. The man was identified as 62-year-old Jack O’Keefe, of Methuen, according to Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker. He was one of five who were inside at PCI Synthesis, 9 Opportunity Way. Acting Newburyport Fire Chief …

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New Hampshire State Police Say Methuen Man Allegedly Tried to Falsely Obtain Vehicle Title

New Hampshire State Police Say Methuen Man Allegedly Tried to Falsely Obtain Vehicle Title
A 35-year-old Methuen man was taken into custody Wednesday after New Hampshire State Police said he was allegedly attempting to submit fraudulent documents to obtain a New Hampshire motor vehicle title. Joel Panigua was charged with two counts of tampering with public records and unsworn falsification. He will be arraigned in the Ninth Circuit Court - District Division - Manchester …

Sections: Crime, Region

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Community Spotlight

Haverhill Curbside Collection of Leaves Saturday

Haverhill Curbside Collection of Leaves Saturday
Haverhill’s is collecting leaves this Saturday at the curb. Residents are advised to place leaves at the curb by 6 a.m. in biodegradable bags or open-top barrels. Barrels or bags should not weigh more than 40 pounds and loose leaves or leaf bags containing trash, debris or dirt or in plastic bags will not be accepted. Brush may be dropped …

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Haverhill’s Museum of Printing Offers Saturday Talk with Paul Shaw

Haverhill’s Museum of Printing Offers Saturday Talk with Paul Shaw
Haverhill’s Museum of Printing offers a fireside chat Saturday afternoon with Paul Shaw, an American designer, calligrapher and historian of graphic design. Shaw’s work includes a book on the history of the typographic design of the New York City Subway system and his research on William Addison Dwiggins. He received the SoTA Typography Award of 2019. He is editor-in-chief of …

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Whittier Tech’s Educational Foundation Kentucky Derby Fundraiser Saturday Night

Whittier Tech’s Educational Foundation Kentucky Derby Fundraiser Saturday Night
See previous story. Whittier Tech’s Educational Foundation is hosting its annual Kentucky Derby fundraiser Saturday night, with a livestream of the Kentucky Derby and live music from Take Two Duo. The event takes place Saturday, May 6, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Bradford Country Club, 201 Chadwick Road, Haverhill. Tickets are $50 each and provide entry and food. The event also includes …

Sections: Education, Haverhill

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Business Bulletin

Merrimack Valley Credit Union’s 2023 Charity Golf Classic Benefits School Financial Literacy Programs

Merrimack Valley Credit Union’s 2023 Charity Golf Classic Benefits School Financial Literacy Programs
Registration is open for Merrimack Valley Credit Union’s 2023 Charity Golf Classic, presented by Synergent. This year’s tournament features an all-inclusive entry fee that includes on-course contests, a raffle, beverages, food and more. All golfers have an opportunity to shoot a golf ball air cannon for a chance to win a tropical vacation. There is also a separate silent auction. …

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  • 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
  • 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.
  • NEW Let George Do It: 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. Guests: Dustin MacIver, Haverhill Garden Club, and and Margot Regan of Emmaus.
  • 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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