Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of January.
Good morning, Nashua.
💼 Business
Fred Kocher interviewed Charlie McIntyre of the Lottery and Gaming Commission about the state’s growing gaming industry — including sports betting and the switch from historic racing machines to video lottery terminals; the commission recorded $604 million in gross revenue last year and expects steady growth.
🎭 Culture
Daniel Abbot, known as the 'Father of Nashua' (introduced to President Andrew Jackson in 1833), spurred early local industry by founding the Nashua Manufacturing Company; his legacy lives on in Abbot Square and Abbot Street.
First Baptist Church of Nashua held its 44th annual Martin Luther King Jr. tribute on Saturday (since 1982) featuring songs and a speech by Rev.
Cheryl Harris to honor his legacy.
🏥 Health
Shelly Sepulveda, a local NICU nurse (mother of six, five adopted) battling cancer, was gifted tickets to a Patriots playoff game and the Super Bowl by the Kraft Foundation.
The ticket gift is giving her hope as she pursues a clinical trial after her chemotherapy stopped working.
🏈 Sports
At Phillips Exeter Academy and UNH on Sunday, BG athletes shined in the New Hampshire Winter Track League.
Senior Lyla Masson won the 3000m by 51 seconds — Senior Liam Ireland led the 600m by six seconds as season meets wrap up before state events next month.
Patriots fans from New Hampshire and nearby states gathered on Sunday at Gillette Stadium for a longtime tailgate tradition that featured lobster boils and tied tents with lobster rope knots, with Shannon Kinney + Tammy Wells uniting fans from Maine and Cape Cod.
🎉 Nashua Events
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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.
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.
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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