Academy Lanes
EntertainmentBig-night energy, candlepin style: With 44 lanes, a legit video and pinball arcade, and Pub 125 slinging drinks and bowling-friendly eats, Academy Lanes is where Haverhill goes to roll deep.
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That Dirty Dog
PetsSkip the tub drama: That Dirty Dog in North Andover does full-service grooming with a gentle touch plus walk-in self-serve wash stations that save your bathroom from fur confetti.
Violet Iron Tattoo Studio
BeautyInk with imagination: Craving imaginative ink tailored to your vision, Violet Iron Tattoo Studio turns ideas into finely detailed pieces, with standout black-and-gray, spooky-horror creativity, smart cover-up skills, and a calm, collaborative vibe that keeps you comfortable throughout the process.
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Methuen Man Sues City Over Pickleball Noise
Steven Tarquinio, a Methuen resident, is suing the city of Massachusetts over noise from pickleball courts at Methuem High School.
Full story at wbznewsradio.iheart.com ↗
Tasty Awards Recognize Behind-the-Scenes of Haverhill Restaurant Week - WHAV
The Sixth Annual Tasty Awards in Haverhill, Massachusetts, were held at downtown's Joseph’s Trattoria to celebrate the success of Haverh Restaurant Week.
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State Closes Haverhill’s Hidden Pig Over Taxes; Owner Promises to Reopen - WHAV
The owner of downtown Haverhill's Hidden Pig restaurant, Phillip C.
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Discover the film locations of The Drama (2026), with Robert Pattinson and Zendaya, around Boston and Cambridge and in Louisiana, with interactive map of Boston area.
Discover the locations of The Drama (2026), starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya, around Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts, and in Louisiana.
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Haverhill Brothers Launch All-Natural Protein Bar Brand
Haverhill brothers, Jake and Brent Nicolosi, have launched their own all-natural protein bar brand, Really Real.
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