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Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ More than 450 hikers gathered at Bear Brook State Park in Allenstown on New Year’s Day for the annual First Day Hikes event, enjoying snacks, maps, and a campfire while park officials advised winter hikers to dress warmly and know their route. WMUR
- ➤ The Humane Society for Greater Nashua has begun constructing a 10,000 sqft expansion to include a Humane Care Center with improved dog kennels and training rooms, scheduled for completion in spring — 2027, and volunteer Carolyn Cline feels the project finally meets a decade-long need for more community services. Nashua Ink Link
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Dec. 22, Michael Howley of the New Hampshire Geological Survey visited a state forest trailhead in Concord to manually verify groundwater levels for the National Weather Service drought monitor (part of a long-term network). He compared these measurements with automated readings to track water trends. Nashua Ink Link
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Residents kick off the new year by boosting fitness and embracing Dry January with more mocktails available at local spots like FitLab in Manchester, as gyms report their busiest season and experts advise steady routines to help healthy habits last. WMUR
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Symphony New Hampshire Performs Overture
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Keefe Center For The Arts — Tickets required — Experience a night of vibrant orchestral music featuring works by Montgomery, de Falla, and Mozart.
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Women's Basketball vs. Norwich University
5-7 p.m. — Muldoon Fitness Center — Check for ticket info — Rivier Raiders Women's Basketball takes on Norwich in this exciting matchup.
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Dancing With The Stars Live!
7:30-9:30 p.m. — SNHU Arena — Tickets available — Experience the glitz and glam of America's favorite dance show with stunning performances.
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MDES PTO Comedy Show Fundraiser
7-9 p.m. — Nashua High School South Auditorium — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of clean comedy for a great cause at this Parents' Night Out.
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