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Nashua
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At a MLK Day celebration held Monday at Manchester Memorial High School, the NH MLK Coalition honored former State Senator Melanie Levesque with the 2026 MLK Jr. Award; she spoke on racism and future plans while rising leader State Rep. Alice Wade was also recognized. Nashua Ink Link
- ➤ The YMCA of Greater Nashua is set for a leadership change as CEO Mike LaChance retires in August and COO Joe Manzoli takes over. The nonprofit will launch a listening tour in spring and summer and unveil $2.5M upgrades to the Early Education Center in early February to meet rising community needs. Nashua Ink Link
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Japanese Kei trucks, known for their small engines and low prices, are gaining popularity among locals as they combine fun design with workhorse reliability. Granite State Imports in Hopkinton sells these trucks for $6,500 to $11,000 (owners customize them for farm work, music gear rides, and daily errands). WMUR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ New Hampshire residents should be cautious with digital party invites that look like they come from people they know, as a phishing scam has recently increased in the area. The scam tricks recipients into clicking links that capture email passwords (experts urge avoiding suspicious emails). Nashua Ink Link
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sauna Culture in the 603 is making a modern comeback as new spaces pair hot rocks with cold plunges to help locals relax and connect (a revival of an ancient tradition). A NH company is crafting custom sauna retreats while UNH Aerial Dancers continue to inspire with dynamic performances. WMUR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bitter cold air chills the region today with gusty winds and highs in the teens while forecasts show a second arctic blast arriving Thursday. Impact weather days this weekend will feature highs in the teens and lows near or below zero (with light snow possible if a storm tracks north). WMUR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials say the Medicaid premium system for enrollees at or above 100% of the federal poverty level may conflict with a federal cost-sharing cap of $35 per service starting in October 2028. The Department of Health is asking Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for guidance on the policy. New Hampshire Bulletin
- ➤ A contract for a mural at Renaissance Park is scheduled for reconsideration today at 7 p.m. in aldermanic chambers at City Hall after a previous vote rejected the $105,000 cost for exceeding the $100,000 budget, and if approved, it will go before the full Board. Nashua Ink Link
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Tristan's Grooving Cafe serves up a mix of passion, talent and determination as highlighted in a recent NH Chronicle feature, inviting Nashua residents to experience its vibrant local flavor. WMUR
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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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