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  • City Lawyer: State Law Allows Cannabis Deliveries to Haverhill Homes from Out-of-Town Outfits

    Delivery of cannabis to Haverhill homes from out-of-town is allowed under state law, the city solicitor says, but local stores may not make such deliveries until they first negotiate terms in their host community agreements with the city. At least that appears to be the opinion of City Solicitor Lisa L. Mead in a letter […] The post City Lawyer: State Law Allows Cannabis Deliveries to Haverhill Homes from Out-of-Town Outfits first appeared on WHAV.

  • Survivors Detail Life After Lead at Haverhill Talk; Advocate Says Stories Make Her Angry and Sad

    (Additional photograph below.) Advocates and survivors discussed life after lead exposure at a Haverhill panel last week. Mayor Melinda E. Barrett, who introduced the event, said the city meets state and federal standards. She added that the city will be removing lead from at least 75 houses in the next three years after receiving a […] The post Survivors Detail Life After Lead at Haverhill Talk; Advocate Says Stories Make Her Angry and Sad first appeared on WHAV.

  • Red Cross, Haverhill Fire Department Partner to Install Free Smoke Alarms

    Haverhill is one of only five communities statewide where Red Cross volunteers and members of the Fire Department will work together to “Sound the Alarm and Save” a Life by helping families develop escape plans, install smoke alarms or both in local homes. To participate, either by volunteering or by registering to receive up to […] The post Red Cross, Haverhill Fire Department Partner to Install Free Smoke Alarms first appeared on WHAV.

  • Haverhill’s Matos to Deliver Student Commencement Address at Northern Essex Community College

    Akira Matos of Haverhill will be the featured student speaker for the 62nd annual commencement exercises at Northern Essex Community College. Matos says she was not a good student in grade school and bounced around to a few local schools as a result. When it came time for high school, her mom pushed for her […] The post Haverhill’s Matos to Deliver Student Commencement Address at Northern Essex Community College first appeared on WHAV.

  • Greater Haverhill Chamber Members to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Friday

    Members of the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce are celebrating Cinco de Mayo this Friday with a Business After Hours night at Liquor Warehouse. There will be a tasting of tequilas and mezcals. The event takes place Friday, May 3, from 5-7 p.m., at Liquor Warehouse, 64 Locust St., Haverhill. Admission is free, but open […] The post Greater Haverhill Chamber Members to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Friday first appeared on WHAV.

  • Update: Methuen Police Reportedly Arrest Motorcyclist That Allegedly Ran Down 62-Year-Old Woman

    Methuen Police reportedly arrested a motorcyclist Monday who was accused in a fatal hit-and-run pedestrian crash Sunday night. Methuen Police Chief Scott J. McNamara said in a statement a 62-year-old Methuen woman, was taken to Lawrence General Hospital, where she was pronounced dead after police received a report at 8:37 p.m., that a person was […] The post Update: Methuen Police Reportedly Arrest Motorcyclist That Allegedly Ran Down 62-Year-Old Woman first appeared on WHAV.

  • Former Lawrence Mayor Rivera Out at MassDevelopment; Tenure Brought Benefits to Haverhill

    Sam Drysdale, State House News Service. Former Lawrence Mayor Dan Rivera, who helped Haverhill and area cities at the state economic development agency MassDevelopment, stepped down from his position as president and CEO on Friday, more than two years before his contract was set to expire. Economic Development Secretary Yvonne Hao, also chair of the […] The post Former Lawrence Mayor Rivera Out at MassDevelopment; Tenure Brought Benefits to Haverhill first appeared on WHAV.

  • Early Wins Whittier Tech Seat; Haverhill Committee Chooses Not to Favor Own in Appointment Policy

    Richard P. Early Jr. remains in his seat on the Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School board, adding another three-year term to his nearly 24 years of service. With supporters testifying to his good character at last night’s meeting, the Haverhill School Committee chose Early over its own Gail M. Sullivan. Richard J. Rosa, Thomas […] The post Early Wins Whittier Tech Seat; Haverhill Committee Chooses Not to Favor Own in Appointment Policy first appeared on WHAV.

  • Rebuilding Together Greater Haverhill Seeks Volunteers to Help Revitalize Homes Saturday

    National Rebuilding Together Day is tomorrow, where volunteers come together to help homeowners in need. Rebuilding Together Greater Haverhill Program Director Maureen McGonagle told city councilors this week that volunteers may sign up at 7:30 a.m., Saturday morning, at the Elks Lodge, 24 Summer St., in Haverhill. They will receive a free breakfast and t-shirt, […] The post Rebuilding Together Greater Haverhill Seeks Volunteers to Help Revitalize Homes Saturday first appeared on WHAV.

  • Santa’s Spring 5K and Fun Run Takes Place Saturday; Event Supports 60th VFW Santa Parade

    Santa’s Spring 5K and Fun Run to benefit the Lorraine Post 29’s 60th Annual VFW Santa Parade takes place tomorrow. Runners may register and pick up their bibs, Saturday, April 27, beginning at 9 a.m., at the Northern Essex Community College track, 671 Kenoza St., Haverhill. Entry fee is $35 and online registration is optionally […] The post Santa’s Spring 5K and Fun Run Takes Place Saturday; Event Supports 60th VFW Santa Parade first appeared on WHAV.

  • Haverhill, Methuen, Other Area Communities Collecting Old, Unused Prescriptions Saturday

    Haverhill, Methuen and other area communities are participating tomorrow in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. National Prescription Drug Take Back Day accepts tablets, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription drugs. Collections takes place Saturday, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., at participating police departments. No liquids, needles […] The post Haverhill, Methuen, Other Area Communities Collecting Old, Unused Prescriptions...

  • Haverhill High School Releases Third Term 2024 Honor Roll; Complete List Here

    Haverhill High School has released its third-term honor roll, naming students who have earned Honors with Distinction, High Honors and Honors. A full list appears below. Honors with Distinction Javon Adebayo, Janine Alcivar, Joseph Alleva, Jvian Andino, Samar Awad Salib, Sarah Awad Salib, William Axford, Joe Badell Nivar, Jacob Bonenfant, Riley Bradish, Marcelina Burrowes, Keira […] The post Haverhill High School Releases Third Term 2024 Honor Roll; Complete List Here first appeared on WHAV.