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- Haverhill sends $95M wish list to Obama
Haverhill and other local Merrimack Valley cities and towns hope to tap into President-elect Barack Obama's proposed economic rescue plan to the tune of $250 million.
- Pickup truck damaged in fire in Haverhill
A man plowing his driveway on Broadway told police he saw smoke coming from the engine compartment of his 1978 Chevrolet pickup truck.
- The Lamp Post, Jan. 8
As expected, emergency medical calls for ambulance and Fire Department service took a jump when the recent cold snap and snowstorm arrived, affecting the whole area.
- Can you identify this photo?
Write your guess on a postcard and mail to Thanks for the Memories, Haverhill Gazette, P.O. Box 991, Haverhill, MA 01831; e-mail to hgreporter@hgazette.com or drop it at our office, 181 Merrimack St.
- Party turns violent in Haverhill, police say
A weekend party at a 4th Avenue apartment turned violent, when the host was struck in the head with a hammer, police said.
- Haverhill Boys Club last in nation to admit girls
History was made in Haverhill yesterday afternoon. For the first time in its nearly 109-year history, the Haverhill Boys Club - now officially the Haverhill Boys & Girls Club - welcomed girls as members.
- A call to action on cemetery cleanup
Andrew Whittier is trying everything he can to regain access to what he calls his second home.
- I'm Just Saying: An optimistic start to the new year
In the last few weeks, everywhere I've gone and everyone I've spoken with has been upbeat about what 2009 has in store for Haverhill.
- Can you identify this photo?
Write your guess and any comments on a postcard and mail to Thanks for the Memories, Haverhill Gazette, P.O. Box 991, Haverhill, MA 01831; e-mail to hgreporter@hgazette.com; or drop it at our office, 181 ...
- Senior Snippets, Jan. 1
Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley is offering training for people who want to volunteer to help the elderly through the "Friends-in-Deed" Program that provides helpmates in roles such as companion, food ...
- Energy audits aim to save money for Haverhill taxpayers
The city will undertake a major energy audit of its public buildings in an effort to save taxpayers money, Mayor James Fiorentini said.
- Column: 2008 saw positive developments in Haverhill
When times are tough, it's important to notice exceptional efforts and tangible results.
- Nine displaced by Haverhill fire
Nine people were left homeless last night after a fire broke out at 7 Davis St. The American Red Cross found temporary housing for the occupants, according to Deputy Chief Lewis Poore.
- Haverhill declares snow emergency, bans parking in certain areas
Mayor James Fiorentini has declared a snow emergency, affecting where drivers can park during today's storm and banning parking on certain streets.
- Haverhill Man Charged In 'Iron Horsemen' Drug Case
A federal grand jury has indicted another defendant in one of the biggest drug-conspiracy cases ever prosecuted in Maine.
- Beverly man has agreement to buy Linnehan Funeral Home in Haverhill
He served as the New York state campaign manager for John F. Kennedy, raised big money for the Democratic party and was considered the man to see for political advice.
- Police search for boy, 17, who will be charged in Haverhill shooting
Police said they are searching for a teenager who shot a 23-year-old man outside an apartment building early Sunday morning.
- CRO-MAGS Live In New York City, Haverhill; Video Footage, Photos Available
Video footage of the CRO-MAGS covering the BAD BRAINS classic "Banned in D.C." and shredding through "Hard Times" at the Knitting Factory in New York City on December 28, 2008 can be viewed below .
- Man shot in Haverhill; shooter on loose
A man was shot in the street and hospitalized Sunday morning. Hector Lima was shot on Portland Street at approximately 4 a.m. He is expected to be okay.
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City DescriptionHaverhill (pronounced /ˈheɪvrɪl/) is a city in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 58,969 at the 2000 census. Haverhill is home to Northern Essex Community College.
Situated on the Merrimack River, it began as a farming community, that would evolve into an important industrial center, beginning with sawmills and gristmills run by water power. In the 18th century, Haverhill developed tanneries, shipping and shipbuilding. The mill town was for 180 years home to a large shoe-making industry, which faded with the Great Depression of the 1930s. It also once manufactured hats. Incorporated as a city in 1870, Haverhill would annex part of Bradford in 1897.
A temperance society was formed in 1828. A branch of the American Anti-Slavery Society was organized in 1834 in Haverhill.
Like most towns Haverhill has been struck by several epidemics. Throat distemper killed 256 children in Haverhill between Nov. 17, 1735, and Dec. 31, 1737 . In 1826 influenza struck.
The Haverhill and Boston Stage coach company operated from 1818 to 1837 when the railroad was extended to Haverhill from Andover. It then changed its name and routes to the Northern and Eastern Stage company. ... Read MoreCity Contained By:- Essex County
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