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Newburyport · City Council · Oct 18
Newburyport’s City Council Budget and Finance Committee agreed Thursday, Oct. 12, 2026, to forward a supplemental spending request from Mayor Sean Reardon to the full council for a potential vote, The Daily News of Newburyport reported.
Haverhill · Major Employers · Oct 15
The state is moving to revoke a dozen nursing home licenses held by RegalCare.
Salisbury · Utilities · Oct 15
An emergency water repair is taking place on Liberty Street in Salisbury. The Town of Salisbury posted a notice titled "Emergency Water Repair - Liberty Street" on 2026-10-14.
Newburyport · Bridges · Oct 18
On Friday in Newburyport, dozens of local and state officials attended an event marking completion of a project and the recent reopening of the Middle Street bridge.
Amesbury · Bridges · Oct 17
The Daily News of Newburyport reported that the Amesbury City Council recently took initial steps to accept funding to replace the closed Upper Millyard pedestrian bridge in Amesbury.
Newburyport · Public Hearings · Oct 18
Dozens attended a hearing on Wednesday in Newburyport where city councilors sought public input on a proposed ordinance aimed at addressing “mansionization” concerns in the city.
Amesbury · Public Hearings · Oct 18
Amesbury is accepting applications for CPA projects, the Daily News of Newburyport reported.
Haverhill · Public Hearings · Oct 12
Voters will face nine ballot questions this fall, including one that would, if approved, change how party-affiliated candidates appear on ballots.
West Newbury · Public Hearings · Oct 14
The Town of West Newbury announced that the Planning Board will conduct a site visit at 187 Main Street. The notice was published by the Town of West Newbury on October 13, 2026.
Newburyport · Major Developments · Oct 17
Anna Jaques Hospital announced on Thursday that it will build a larger Gerrish Breast Care Center in Newburyport.
Lawrence · Community · Oct 16
WHAV reported that employees at Merrimack Health Lawrence Hospital voted last month to unionize and affiliate with Service Employees International Union 1199.
Haverhill · Community · Oct 16
The Haverhill Community Playground is making a final push for volunteers to help build a new playground at Golden Hill School.
Haverhill · Community · Oct 14
Haverhill’s fire department responded to two consecutive fires on Tuesday night, with crews working both scenes.
Haverhill · Community · Oct 12
In its nearly ten-year history, Haverhill High School’s rowing program has qualified a boat to compete at the Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston for the first time.
Haverhill · Major Employers · Oct 12
Alison J. Gulubicki has been appointed Haverhill’s economic development director by Mayor Melinda E. Barrett and assumed the role at City Hall last week.
Haverhill · Housing · Oct 12
The Haverhill Planning Board will take up proposed zoning related to battery storage, including a plan to designate land on upper Hilldale Avenue as a potential site for any future battery proposals.
Salisbury · Construction · Oct 17
The developer of a proposed Elm Street project in Salisbury received Planning Board approval on Wednesday, The Daily News of Newburyport reported.
Town Government · Oct 16
The Select Board is considering a ban on outdoor dining that uses downtown parking spaces.
North Andover · Town Government · Oct 13
Voters in North Andover using mail ballots must ensure their ballots are received by the Town Clerk or placed in an official drop box before 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3.
West Newbury · Town Government · Oct 12
On 2026-10-07 the Town of West Newbury said water bills have been sent out.
Haverhill · Education · Oct 16
On Thursday, Bradford Christian Academy announced it plans to discontinue its Upper School after the current academic year. The Upper School serves grades six through 12.
Utilities · Oct 15
Congresswoman Lori Trahan said Wednesday that federal assistance for home heating will be smaller this year even as oil costs surge.
Boxford · Utilities · Oct 14
The Town of Boxford has opened a one-month public comment window on an updated aggregation plan for its Boxford Community Electricity program, with the review period running through November 8, 2026.
Newburyport · Community Events · Oct 18
Gov. Maura Healey attended an annual fundraiser for area Democrats in Newburyport and spent more than an hour at the event on Sunday, The Daily News of Newburyport reports.
Newburyport · Community Events · Oct 18
A celebration for Indigenous Peoples Day was held Saturday at Newburyport’s Waterfront Park. Attendance was estimated at more than 1,000 people.
Community Events · Oct 13
In towns including Ipswich and Rowley along the North Shore, medical staff, first responders and local businesses have launched information campaigns, fundraisers and visible displays to promote…
Newburyport · Nonprofits · Oct 17
Opportunity Works officials welcomed the Newburyport community Thursday to showcase new and updated spaces.
Haverhill · Nonprofits · Oct 16
Members of the Breakfast Exchange Club in Haverhill donated $12,000 to help older residents who need assistance paying winter heating bills.
Salisbury · Roads · Oct 18
New curbing and sidewalks were installed along Old County Road at its western end, where the road meets Beach Road, in Salisbury.
Haverhill · Lawrence · Business · Oct 15
WHAV reported that Gareth Watkins, Amazon’s North Andover general manager, will deliver the keynote address at the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards dinner, which the chamber…
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