State Rep. Andy X. Vargas of Haverhill was recently awarded Abundant Housing’s Legislator of the Year Award for his “Yes in My Back Yard” and other efforts to boost both affordable and market-rate housing statewide. Abundant Housing is described as a “statewide coalition of pro-housing activists standing up for housing for all in Communities across […]
(Additional photographs below.) The Haverhill Police Department honored its outstanding officers and community leaders during its Annual Policeman’s Ball earlier this month. Haverhill Detective John Orsillo was named the 2023 Police Officer of the Year, while Officer Justin Graham was presented with the 2023 Life Saving Award and the Zefta Family, owners of Maria’s Restaurant […]
In a ceremony at the Bradford Fire Station, Haverhill and state officials joined with Congresswoman Lori Trahan Monday to celebrate a $4.1 million federal grant to hire 16 firefighters and permanently add a second ladder truck. As WHAV reported first in September, a grant writing team led by Capt. Richard Shellene and written and supported […]
(See additional photographs in gallery below.) The first students who will attend the new Dr. Albert B. Consentino School when it opens in 2026 were among those in attendance Monday morning for ceremonies marking the official start of construction. Consentino School Principal Richard Poor, who served as master of ceremonies for the chilly outdoor event, […]
Rideshare and delivery drivers, currently classified as independent contractors, would be entitled to full employment benefits if a bill filed in the House by Haverhill Rep. Andy X. Vargas wins passage. Vargas testified Monday in support of his bill which would benefit drivers for such companies as Uber, Lyft, Instacart and others by requiring employers […]