Haverhill · Local Government · Oct 3
Haverhill Secures $813,000 FEMA Grant; Fire Department Outlines Equipment Use
Haverhill said yesterday that it secured an $813,000 federal grant and credited its team for the award.
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West Newbury · Town Government · Oct 2
West Newbury Select Board Cancels Fall Special Town Meeting
In West Newbury, the Select Board said it will not hold a Special Town Meeting this fall and that the message was issued by the board.
Methuen · Local Government · Oct 2
Methuen Mayor and Councilor File Joint Resolution For Council Review
Methuen Mayor D.J. Beauregard and City Councilor Mike Simard filed a letter and a joint resolution for the City Council to consider at its October 5, 2026 meeting.
Methuen · Town Government · Oct 1
Methuen DPW Seeks Applicants For Snow Plowing
On Sept. 23, 2026, the City of Methuen said the DPW – Highway Division has opened applications for people interested in snow plowing. The announcement was issued by the City of Methuen.
North Andover · Town Government · Oct 1
North Andover Select Board Agenda Announced for September 28, 2026
North Andover News published an item on 2026-09-25 announcing a Select Board meeting agenda for 2026-09-28. The item’s text references a file named "09-28-agenda.pdf".
Methuen · Local Government · Oct 1
Methuen Is Ending Use of Flock Safety License Plate Cameras
The City of Methuen says it is ending its use of Flock Safety, whose license plate reader cameras are currently installed in the city.
Salisbury · Local Government · Sep 30
Salisbury Selectmen Endorse Coastline Protection Grant Application
The Daily News of Newburyport reported on 2026-09-29 that at a Monday meeting in Salisbury, selectmen spent much of the session listening to presentations from local officials about town expenses.
Methuen · Elections · Sep 30
Methuen To Offer Early Voting At Sanborn Hall Ahead Of State Election
The City of Methuen says it plans to provide early voting at Sanborn Hall from October 17 through October 30 ahead of the State Election planned for November 3.
Amesbury · Georgetown · Education · Sep 30
Feasibility Study Presented to Amesbury School Committee
The Daily News of Newburyport reported that a feasibility study was presented at the Amesbury School Committee’s Monday meeting.
Salisbury · Elections · Sep 30
Salisbury Publishes Voter Information For November State Election
The Town of Salisbury has posted voter guidance for the State Election scheduled for November 3, 2026. The material is available to Salisbury residents as a resource ahead of the election.
Haverhill · Community · Sep 30
Haverhill Panel To Consider Demolition, Rebuilding Of Former Elks Lodge
When it meets Wednesday night, the Haverhill Historic Commission is slated to consider proposals to tear down and rebuild the former Elks lodge where Summer and Newcomb Streets meet.
Lawrence · Utilities · Sep 30
Attorney General Announces $525,000 Settlement With Lawrence Trash Hauler
The Massachusetts attorney general’s office said it agreed to a $525,000 settlement with a trash-hauling company.
Salisbury · Town Government · Sep 30
Salisbury Selectmen Approve Fees Linked to Lafayette Road Sewer Project
The Daily News of Newburyport reported on Sept. 23, 2026 that Salisbury selectmen approved fees on Tuesday for those who will benefit from the Lafayette Road and Main Street sewer project.
Newburyport · Local Organizations · Sep 30
Newburyport Awarded Grant To Plan Indigenous Peoples Place
The Daily News of Newburyport reports the city was recently awarded a $2,000 Essex Heritage Partnership grant for fiscal 2026.
Amesbury · Community · Sep 30
Amesbury Dispensaries Urge No Vote On Question 8
A state election is just around the corner in Amesbury. One ballot item, Question 8, would repeal state laws that currently allow retail sales of recreational marijuana.
Haverhill · Community Events · Sep 30
Haverhill Council Debates Expanding Vendors, Rejecting Site Proposal
WHAV reported the Haverhill City Council is considering increasing the number of outdoor food vendors for next summer while also appearing inclined to reject a proposed location for those vendors.
Haverhill · Local Government · Sep 30
Haverhill Council To Consider Overnight Parking Rule Changes
WHAV reports that Haverhill city councilors are scheduled to meet Tuesday to review proposed revisions to the city’s overnight parking rules.
Newburyport · Local Government · Sep 30
Greater Newburyport Chiefs Comment on Flock Automated License Plate Readers
Flock cameras, also called automated license plate reader systems, have been the subject of national headlines in recent months, with reporting highlighting both how the systems are used and…
Newburyport · Zoning · Sep 29
Newburyport Lawmakers Propose Zoning Changes
Local lawmakers recently introduced an ordinance in Newburyport that would revise zoning guidelines for one of the city’s newest districts.