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Moody’s Investor Service Latest to Raise Methuen’s Bond Rating; Mayor Perry Credits Duprey

Methuen’s bond rating from Moody’s Investor Service is climbing for the fourth time since the beginning of 2020, allowing the city to borrow money at more attractive rates. Methuen’s general obligation bond rating from Moody’s increased to A1 from A3, described by Mayor Neil Perry and Chief Administrative and Financial Officer Maggie Duprey as a […]

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City Council Calls for Speedier Scheduling and Repair of Damaged Light Poles in Haverhill | #citycouncil

Unfinished work on a number of damaged light poles is posing a threat to Haverhill joggers, bicyclists and pedestrians. Haverhill City Councilor Joseph J. Bevilacqua made that assertion at last week’s Council meeting where he presented two photographs—one showing the stump of a broken, metal light pole with sharp, jagged edges and the other, showing […]

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Haverhill City Council to Have Final Say Over Developers’ Major Site Plan Changes | #citycouncil

The Haverhill City Council gave its okay to a proposal by City Solicitor William D. Cox Jr. on Tuesday, limiting what modifications are allowed to previously approved development projects without the Council’s consent. Councilors asked for clarification as to the kinds of changes to an approved project that could be considered minor, and handled by […]

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Haverhill City Council Looks to Restore its Authority Over Major Building Projects | #citycouncil

Click image for Haverhill City Council agenda. The Haverhill City Council is looking to take back some of the authority it lost during zoning changes in 2020. The Haverhill City Council Tuesday will hear a proposal by city Solicitor William D. Cox Jr. to specify which changes in development projects require public hearing. Councilors have […]

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Councilors Ask Mayor to Determine if Federal Money Can Help Drought-Stricken, Haverhill Farmers

City Councilor Joseph J. Bevilacqua. (WHAV News file photograph.) As every backyard gardener will attest, the hot, dry weather this summer has played havoc with vegetables and other crops and, for the farming community, the drought-like conditions are hitting them right in the pocketbook. As a result, Haverhill City Councilor Joseph J. Bevilacqua introduced a […]

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City Council Mulls Salary for Next Haverhill Mayor; Fiorentini Makes Less Than Some Department Heads

With Mayor James J. Fiorentini serving his 10th and seemingly last term as Haverhill’s leader, the City Council Tuesday considered the question of how much money should be paid to the next officeholder. Councilor Catherine Rogers introduced the question during a discussion of an ordinance regarding salaries for administrative and professional positions. Rogers asserted in […]

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Haverhill City Council Praises Jarvis for Documenting ‘Moments of Bravery’ for Upcoming Photo Exhibit | #citycouncil

Haverhill city councilors took time this week to praise photographer Mike Jarvis, whose “Moments of Bravery” exhibit premieres next week. Jarvis told councilors he has spent a good deal of time over the past few years photographing local firefighters and first responders from around the area as they performed their often-dangerous duties. “Few people know […]

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Sicuranza Begins Serving as Chief of Staff to Haverhill Mayor; Previously Held Gloucester Post

Christopher Sicuranza became chief of staff to Haverhill Mayor James J. Fiorentini on Wednesday. Sicuranza, a former Gloucester chief administrative officer, succeeds Allison Heartquist, who served as Fiorentini’s chief of staff before leaving last month. “I look forward to helping Haverhill to my fullest capacity, serving its constituents and making a positive contribution to the […]

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City Council approves Harvey trash contract | Merrimack Valley | #citycouncil

METHUEN — The City Council voted 6-3 Tuesday night to have E.L. Harvey & Sons as the city’s new trash provider. The contract will be in effect for three years with the option for a two-year extension. However, during the council’s prior meeting on June 22, residents raised concerns about illegal dumping and Harvey’s proposed […]

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Fiorentini Says ‘AA’ Rating Lowers Consentino Interest Bill; Mayor Hedges on Need for Prop 2 ½ Relief

Haverhill Mayor James J. Fiorentini said a credit agency’s recent bond rating of “AA” saves taxpayers $2.4 million in interest over an “A” rating when borrowing for a new Dr. Albert B. Consentino School. The mayor’s announcement, however, hedged for the first time on a prediction the city can afford the new school without asking […]