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The state’s 2020 police reform law is forcing changes in how Haverhill appoints constables— typically private individuals that serve notices locally, but have arrest powers in some cases. Haverhill city councilors voted Tuesday night to ask the city solicitor to revise a city ordinance governing the conduct of constables, as well as the application to […]
Haverhill’s charitable Ruth’s House thrift store is having a “Fill-A-Bag” sale, allowing shoppers to buy a “pile” of clothing for only $25. The sale, with proceeds benefitting those in need, takes place Thursday, Feb. 22, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the thrift shop, 111 Lafayette Square, Haverhill. Besides operating a thrift store since […]
Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Jeffrey C. Riley, well known in the valley for his supervision of Lawrence Public Schools and later influence on all area school districts, plans to step down next month after more than six years as commissioner. Since 2018, Riley led the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education with significant influence […]
Expressing uncertainty about the future of safety-net hospitals owned by Steward Health Care, Public Health Commissioner Robbie Goldstein said Wednesday state overseers will expand their monitoring of all nine facilities by next week in their bid to protect patient safety and quality. Goldstein said Department of Public Health surveyors have already been paying daily visits […]
State Sens. Bruce E. Tarr, Barry R. Finegold and Pavel M. Payano will address members and guests of the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce next month for the Annual State Senate Forum. During the breakfast meeting, they will provide a report on happenings affecting the region. The forum takes place Friday, March 15, from 7:30-9 […]