News & Events - Merrimack Valley

News — Cómo la Inteligencia Artificial Puede Beneficiar a tu Negocio

¿Estás adoptando la inteligencia artificial o aún tienes dudas? A medida que la tecnología avanza, la IA se ha convertido en una herramienta clave para transformar y fortalecer los negocios…

News — How AI Can Benefit Your Business

Are you embracing AI or still a little hesitant? As technology keeps evolving, AI is becoming a game-changer for businesses of all sizes. On March 18, over 50 Latino-owned businesses…

News — MakeIt Haverhill Job Fair

HAVERHILL – The job fair takes place Thursday, Jan. 23, from 3-5 p.m., at MakeIt Haverhill, 301 Washington St., Haverhill. The fairs provide an opportunity for individuals to connect with…

News — Munters Announces Opening Date for New Headquarters

AMESBURY – Munters employees will begin moving into the company’s new headquarters on South Hunt Road at the start of the new year as the building nears completion, according to…

News — Business Expo Event

On May 9th, the UMass Lowell Innovation Hub Haverhill partnered with the Mass Office of Business Development, the City of Haverhill, the Greater Haverhill Chamber, and the Merrimack Valley Planning…

News — Free State Programs Your Business Doesn’t Know About

Do you know if your business qualifies for tax incentives? Are you looking to hire good employees? Have you accessed resources available to women, minority, or veteran-owned business? Are you…

News — MVPC Industrial Zone Profile Kickoff

MVPC is excited to announce the kickoff of a new planning initiative lead by the Community and Economic Development department. Last year the department applied for and received a federal…

News — Merrimack Valley Flooding

On August 8th, the Merrimack Valley experienced historic flooding that caused significant damage in several communities. Cleanup and damage assessment efforts are ongoing, however several businesses have been severely impacted…

News — Minority Certification Cohort Program

Do you know a minority business owner located in the Merrimack Valley, looking to grow their business through state and local contracting opportunities? The Minority Certification Cohort Program is designed…

News — Taller Virtual: Cómo Hacer Negocios con el Gobierno

Únase a la Oficina de Diversidad de Proveedores de Massachusetts (SDO por sus siglas en inglés) en asociación con Small Business Strong (SBS), la Comisión de Planificación de Merrimack Valley…

News — Doing Business With the Government Webinar

Join the Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) in partnership with Small Business Strong (SBS), the Merrimack Valley Planning Commission, and Mill Cities Community Investments for an informational workshop regarding the…

News — Amesbury chocolatier to be featured at Grammys

AMESBURY — A local chocolatier hopes its new product will stand out to the stars as part of the Grammy Gift Lounge for the 65th Grammy Awards. The Grammys will…

News — In Ceremony, State Formally Awards Housing Study Grant to Merrimack Valley Planning Commission

(WHAV) The state formally granted the Merrimack Valley Planning Commission $150,000 to update the region’s Housing Production Plans during a ceremony yesterday. During the first of three planned phases, Haverhill-based…

08/2022

MV Strong’s Success

The MV Strong Program, a partnership between the U.S. Economic Development Administration, Merrimack Valley Planning Commission, Small Business Strong, and Mill Cities Community Investments, had provided free technical assistance to…

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News — Business Equity Initiative

Launched in 2017, the Business Equity Initiative (BEI) starts with the unique needs of each business and digs deeper to support the business owner while also strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem…

News — Lawrence Venture Loan Fund – Accepting Applicants!

The Lawrence Venture Fund offers low-interest small business loans and free business help to existing and start-up businesses in Lawrence, MA that have difficulty accessing financing through traditional lending sources

News — Leadership Team Workshop

The Revolving Test Kitchen (RTK) presents: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team–Workshop. Join us to learn how to create a cohesive leadership team, which is key to creating healthy restaurants.…

News — VIDEO: Free Business Assistance (Spanish)

Click here to explore free business resources in the Merrimack Valley.

News — A ‘Sweet’ expansion

Washington Street’s A Sweet Affair in Haverhill opens second location in Bradford Square. (Allison Corneau/The Eagle Tribune) HAVERHILL — Five years after opening their Washington Street eatery, A Sweet Affair…

News — U.S. Dept. of Commerce Awards $600k to Lawrence Partnership

Funding will be used to support the expansion of the Revolving Test Kitchen initiative, invest in small, local food-based businesses in Lawrence. The Merrimack Valley Planning Commission along with Congresswoman…

11/2020

Merrimack Valley Wins $425 Million in Infrastructure Funds

The Cities of Methuen, Lawrence, and Haverhill were each awarded infrastructure money for projects that support new housing, economic development, and enhance road safety. Governor Charlie Baker, Lt. Governor Karyn…

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News — MVPC Launches Merrimack Valley Data Portal

The Merrimack Valley Planning Commission (MVPC) was delighted to unveil the highly anticipated Merrimack Valley Data Portal to communities and stakeholders on Wednesday, October 7th. Over 30 planners and municipal officials joined…

News — Amazon Chooses the Merrimack Valley!

When Amazon announced it was accepting proposals for the location of its second headquarters (HQ2), municipalities and regions throughout the world scrambled to respond. The Merrimack Valley Planning Commission was…

News — Developer Becomes ‘Part Of Fabric’ Of Former Textile Towns, Spurs Change

For more than two decades, Lupoli’s vision has driven his companies’ quest to spur economic growth and development in communities outside Boston. Many of these cities show the promise of…

News — New Cultural Center for Haverhill Artists

Haverhill is undergoing a cultural resurgence, fueled by the repurposing old buildings, innovative development, and a growing artistic and cultural scene. After raising $2.2 million dollars the Creative Haverhill is…

News — Introducing Our New Website for Economic Development

WeAreMV.com is live. At the heart of our economic initiative is this newly developed website, which serves as a resource for entrepreneurs at all stages of business. Continuously updated with…

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