Lissa Lagasse, 57, of Lowell, pled not guilty in Salem Superior Court after being indicted for allegedly falsifying academic credentials and military service to gain teaching jobs in the Haverhill, Lowell and Worcester school districts.
Category: Haverhill
Haverhill council debates impact of state vocational lottery plan at June 3 meeting, warns it could reduce access to Whittier Tech
During its June 3 meeting at City Hall, Haverhill city councilors debated the state’s proposed lottery system for vocational school admissions, warning it could limit local student access. Infrastructure and youth initiatives were also approved.
Methuen man arrested in connection with Haverhill bank robbery
Haverhill police arrested a 36-year-old Methuen resident today for his alleged involvement in the June 2 robbery of Pentucket Bank.
Police investigating bank robbery at Pentucket Bank in Haverhill
Haverhill police are investigating a midday robbery at Pentucket Bank on Lowell Avenue after a suspect fled with cash. The FBI is assisting with the investigation.
Two killed, another injured in early-morning crash on Interstate 495 in Haverhill
Two people died and one was injured in a crash on I-495 in Haverhill this morning. State police are investigating, causing significant traffic disruptions in the area.
Haverhill City Council hires fiscal impact consultant, greenlights Pride Parade and $95k infrastructure deal
At its May 20, 2025 meeting, the Haverhill City Council announced the hiring of a fiscal impact consultant to assess development costs, approved permits for the city’s first Pride Parade and Art Walk, and authorized a $95K infrastructure easement. Read on for a full recap of key votes, upcoming hearings, and community event approvals.
Deceased man recovered from Merrimack River in Haverhill
According to the Essex County DA’s office, a man’s body was recovered from the Merrimack River Wednesday night after a resident reported seeing someone swept away by the current.
Whittier Tech senior becomes youngest licensed wastewater operator in Massachusetts
Whittier Tech student Kayden Curtis made history by passing the Massachusetts Grade 4 Wastewater Treatment Exam on his 18th birthday, becoming the youngest licensed wastewater operator in the state.
Haverhill man sets fire in standoff with police, apprehended after threatening self-harm
Haverhill police responded to a 48-year-old man’s threats of self-harm and aggression toward officers, leading to a standoff where he set his home ablaze before being apprehended.
Boston-based Uber driver arrested for restraining and attempting to rape female passenger in Haverhill
Uber driver Roberto C. Serpas Canales, 47, of Boston, faces charges of assault with intent to rape and kidnapping for sexually assaulting a passenger on her way to Haverhill. Canales was arrested and held pending a detention hearing.