Haverhill plans its second spring curbside leaf and grass clippings collection at the curb Saturday. Leaves and grass clippings should be bagged or in open barrels and on the curb by 6 a.m., Saturday. Bags and barrels must be limited to 40 pounds. Loose leaves, plastic bags, trash, brush and branches are not allowed. The post Haverhill to Collect Leaves and Grass at the Curb Saturday first appeared on WHAV.
(Additional photograph below.) Haverhill this week honored former police officers and officers who have fallen in the line of duty during a ceremony at the police department’s memorial organized by the Haverhill Police Relief Association. Speakers included Haverhill Mayor Melinda E. Barrett and Haverhill Police Chief Robert P. Pistone, who described what could be the […] The post Haverhill Honors Fallen Police Officers During Solemn Ceremony first appeared on WHAV.
Haverhill officials took part recently in the state’s first-ever Emerging Adult Leadership Academy, which provided five days of training and shared field experience regarding adults involved in the justice system. The Academy’s first cohort included the Haverhill Police Department and Essex County District Attorney’s office. It was organized by the state Executive Office of Public […] The post Haverhill Participates in Emerging Adult Leadership Academy for Better Justice Outcomes first appeared...
Haverhill will honor its fallen service members as it does every year with flags placed on veterans’ graves in advance of Memorial Day, and a parade from Kenoza Avenue to Linwood Cemetery with a closing ceremony there on the holiday. Volunteers who would like to help place an American flag at veterans’ graves are welcome […] The post Haverhill Veterans Office Offers Ways to Honor Service on Memorial Day first appeared on WHAV.
Members of the Haverhill Police Relief Association plan to honor deceased members of the Haverhill Police Department and all police officers who have fallen in the line of duty during a ceremony Wednesday morning. Services take place Wednesday, May 15, at 9:30 a.m., at the Haverhill Police station, 40 Bailey Boulevard. The post Haverhill Police Relief Association to Remember Fallen Officers at Wednesday Ceremony first appeared on WHAV.
(Additional images below.) Haverhill firefighters rescued two residents—including one from a rooftop skylight—Friday morning after a fire broke out at a six-unit condominium building at 54 Summer St. Fire Chief Robert M. O’Brien told WHAV firefighters were dispatched at about 10 a.m. and saw light smoke coming from the Webster Street side of the building. […] The post Haverhill Firefighters Rescue Man From Rooftop Skylight and One Other During Morning Blaze first appeared on WHAV.
(Additional photographs below.) Praising community involvement and equality under the law, speakers stuck close to the annual Law Day’s national theme, “Voices of Democracy,” at the Haverhill District Court ceremony last Friday. With two student musical performances brightening the usually somber halls of justice, the room was packed with the people who keep Haverhill’s legal […] The post During Haverhill Law Day, McCabe Receives Moody Award, Eastman Liberty Bell first appeared on WHAV.
Haverhill schools’ Assistant Superintendent Michael J. Pfifferling made it official Wednesday that he plans to leave his post, but told the School Committee he wishes to “ensure a smooth transition by completing any outstanding tasks and assisting with the handover of responsibilities to my successor.” As WHAV reported first, Pfifferling of Groveland, said he accepted […] The post Pfifferling Submits Resignation, Tells Haverhill School Committee He Wishes ‘Smooth Transition’ first appeared on...
A possible budget amendment by state Sen. Pavel M. Payano might ease painful cuts Haverhill Public Schools face next year. “We have a glimmer of hope,” School Committee member Paul A. Magliocchetti said at last week’s meeting. He and member Thomas Grannemann have lobbied lawmakers on Beacon Hill and organized other gateway cities grappling with […] The post As Haverhill Schools Battle Deficit, Payano Budget Amendment Offers ‘A Glimmer of Hope’ first appeared on WHAV.
Pentucket Bank has teamed up with the Exchange Club of Haverhill to provide up to $20,000 in scholarships to class of 2024 graduates. Scholarships include the ACE Award, recognizing a student who is successful in the face of adversity with a $3,000 scholarship; Youth of the Year, celebrating an outstanding young individual who excels in […] The post Pentucket Bank Provides up to $20K Donation to Back Exchange Club of Haverhill Scholarships first appeared on WHAV.
Haverhill Public Schools may soon be looking for a new second in command now that Assistant Superintendent Michael J. Pfifferling has been offered a similar job in Marblehead. Pfifferling, of Groveland, told WHAV this weekend he has accepted the post of assistant superintendent of finance and operations for Marblehead Public Schools pending completion of contract […] The post Haverhill May be Seeking Assistant School Superintendent as Pfifferling Receives Marblehead Offer first appeared on...
A city official, community volunteer, business leaders and others are among those to be honored next month when the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce holds its 108th Annual Celebration at one of Haverhill’s newest venues. During the summer kickoff party, Haverhill Community Development Director Andrew K. Herlihy will be presented with the Chamber’s public service […] The post Greater Haverhill Chamber to Bestow Honors During 108th Annual Celebration June 6 first appeared on WHAV.