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Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Team Hoyt's legacy carries forward as Troy Hoyt will run in Boston for the foundation and the community will join the Team Hoyt Taper Memorial Race in Hopkinton on Saturday (renamed in honor of Dick and Rick Hoyt) to celebrate inclusion in athletics. WMUR
- ➤ Merrimack Ten Pin hosts a senior bowling league every Wednesday afternoon, offering exercise and friendly conversation for retired bowlers. The 30-year-old venue spans 30,000 sqft (with 28 lanes) and currently holds 92 bowlers in 24 teams. WMUR
- ➤ This weekend brings many local events—from the 31st NSKS Annual Run/Walk for Food and Shelter in Nashua at Rivier University starting Sunday at 1 pm to Kids Con New England and an 80s drag brunch on Sunday, plus library storytimes, art workshops and markets in the region—offering activities for all ages. Nashua Ink Link
- ➤ The Coach Club in Nashua hosts year-round golf sessions offering expert tips to improve scores & a local kindness closet event connects community members with children for small acts of kindness. WMUR
- ➤ St. Joseph Hospital attended the Greater Hudson Chamber’s Winners Circle Gala on April 7 at Castleton Banquet & Conference Center in Windham, where local leaders and businesses celebrated community achievements while the hospital also promoted its new Family Medicine Hudson practice with a road sign on Route 102. Nashua Ink Link
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend local venues host live music and arts events, from Brian Gray at Fratello’s (Manchester) on Thursday to Mae Martin in Concord on Friday and a variety of shows through Sunday in Nashua and nearby towns. Check venue websites for ticket details and updates. Nashua Ink Link
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in the Granite State have risen to over $4 per gallon, nearly 70 cents higher than a month ago, according to AAA. The rate is still below the national average of $4.16 and about $1 more than last year, leaving local drivers with higher fuel costs. WMUR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Boys and Girls Club of Greater Nashua is expanding its Early Learning Center to serve more children, now offering care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years as part of a multi-year campaign addressing community needs. The expansion will add a dedicated playground (with security fencing) and enhanced support services. Nashua Ink Link
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers are debating Senate Bill 434 to let families challenge public school materials if they see content they believe could harm children+ if signed by Gov. Kelly Ayotte, schools must follow the process by November. WMUR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local health leaders are concerned that rural hospitals face losing services like emergency and maternity care due to rising costs, workforce shortages, and federal funding uncertainty. Some facilities have already closed and over $200 million from a federal program is expected to help stabilize these hospitals. WMUR
- ➤ A judge ordered homeless man Nearro Forbes (41) to remain in quarantine at Elliot Hospital after he missed months of tuberculosis treatment, a measure intended to reduce the risk of spreading the disease. WMUR
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NSKS Run & Walk for Food & Shelter
1:00 p.m. — Rivier University — Registration fees may apply — Participate in the 31st Annual Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter fundraiser on foot for a good cause.
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Roger McGuinn Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sound of Roger McGuinn from The Byrds in an intimate setting.
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Allegra Krieger Live Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — Nashua Center for the Arts — Ticket prices TBD — Experience the enchanting sounds of Allegra Krieger with her latest album release 'Art on the Unseen Infinity Machine'.
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Shrek The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Keefe Center For The Arts — Tickets from $83 — Enjoy the beloved tale of Shrek brought to life in a vibrant musical performance.
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Shrek The Musical
2-5 p.m. — Keefe Center For The Arts — Tickets start at $83 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of Shrek The Musical.
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