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Gov. Healey’s Economic Development Planning Council Comes to Haverhill Next Month

Gov. Healey’s Economic Development Planning Council Comes to Haverhill Next Month
Gov. Maura Healey’s Economic Development Planning Council, which locally includes UMass Lowell Chancellor Julie Chen and Sen. Barry R. Finegold, comes to Haverhill next month in search of ideas and opportunities from the business community that could become central to state policy over the next four years. Healey, Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll and Economic Development Secretary Yvonne Hao kicked off …

Sections: Haverhill, Region

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Podcast: Organizers of Cogswell ArtSpace Plan 21+ Party to Light up the Building From the Inside Out

Podcast: Organizers of Cogswell ArtSpace Plan 21+ Party to Light up the Building From the Inside Out
It’s not finished yet, but those working to transform the former George F. Cogswell School into Cogswell ArtSpace plan to bring the property alive and celebrate anyway. The creative community and friends alike plan a party to, as organizers say, literally light up the building from the inside out! Creative Haverhill Operations Director Erin Padilla gave a sneak preview of …

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Regional News

Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Car on Sidewalk in North Andover

Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Car on Sidewalk in North Andover
A pedestrian was killed Sunday afternoon while walking on a sidewalk along Massachusetts Avenue near Route 125 in North Andover on Sunday. Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker said the as-yet unnamed pedestrian was struck by a Honda Civic about 1:30 p.m. The person was taken to Lawrence General Hospital and pronounced dead. The driver remained at the scene. …

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Methuen Fire Department Recovers Body from Water Near Methuen Riverside Boat Ramp

Methuen Fire Department Recovers Body from Water Near Methuen Riverside Boat Ramp
A body was recovered early yesterday afternoon from the Merrimack River in Methuen. Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker, who has jurisdiction over unexpected deaths, said the Methuen Fire Department was alerted to the discovery of a body about 12:45 p.m. and was dispatched to the Methuen Riverside Boat Ramp at 1110 Riverside Drive. Methuen Police and the Massachusetts …

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Plaistow, N.H., Residents May Meet New Police Chief John Santoro Tonight at Reception

Plaistow, N.H., Residents May Meet New Police Chief John Santoro Tonight at Reception
Plaistow, N.H., is having a meet and greet tonight with new Police Chief John Santoro. Santoro, who began working a week ago, meets residents tonight, May 8, from 5-6 p.m., at Town Hall. “We are confident that the men and women of Plaistow Police Department will welcome Chief Santoro to the department. We know that you will work together with …

Sections: Region

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Education

Northern Essex Community College’s Dolan-Wilson Takes Part in Semiconductor Roundtable

Northern Essex Community College’s Dolan-Wilson Takes Part in Semiconductor Roundtable
Northern Essex Community College’s Allison Dolan-Wilson was among those participating in Congresswoman Lori Trahan’s roundtable last week on the CHIPS and Science Act, aimed at boosting American semiconductor research, development and production. Dolan-Wilson, vice president of institutional advancement at the college, joined UMass Lowell Chancellor Julie Chen, Middlesex Community College President Phil Sisson and other educational and industry leaders meeting …

Sections: Education, Haverhill, Region

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Community Spotlight

Emmaus ‘Sip, Sample & Support,’ a Virtual Culinary Tour of Europe with Auction, May 18

Emmaus ‘Sip, Sample & Support,’ a Virtual Culinary Tour of Europe with Auction, May 18
Emmaus, which provides housing and services to homeless adults and families, is having is “Sip, Sample & Support” annual fundraiser next week. This year Emmaus is putting a “twist” on the event with a culinary tour of Europe.  Sips will be from several European countries—France, Italy, Greece and Germany, and samples include food pairings from those countries. “Think ‘Beer and …

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Women’s City Club of Haverhill Learns the Art of Floral Creations May 16

Women’s City Club of Haverhill Learns the Art of Floral Creations May 16
Members and guests of the Women’s City Club of Haverhill will see how beautiful floral creations are made at next week’s meeting. Shannon Nicolosi of the Green Griffin Florist promises a fun and entertaining presentation. Members may then buy raffle tickets for an opportunity to win the arrangements she creates. The Women’s City Club meets Tuesday, May 16, with doors …

Sections: Community Spotlight, Haverhill

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Business Bulletin

Attorney Gallagher Joins Downey Law Group and DLG Closing

Attorney Gallagher Joins Downey Law Group and DLG Closing
Attorney Aubrie L. Gallagher of Amesbury recently joined Downey Law Group and DLG Closing. Gallagher, an experienced estate planning, probate and trust administration lawyer who practiced solo for more than 10 years, joins the growing law practice based in Topsfield and Haverhill. She comes from three generations of estate planning and probate attorneys, following in the footsteps of her mother, …

Sections: Business Bulletin, Haverhill

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  • 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. Guest: Boys and Girls Club of Greater Haverhill Executive Director Javier Bristol.
  • 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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