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Nashua
Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Nashua man accused of beating another man and threatening him with a knife was held overnight pending arraignment. New Hampshire Union Leader
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On a Sunday morning in March, many New England pinball fans gathered at Funspot in Laconia to compete in the New England Pinball League finals where 192 players played for cash prizes and bragging rights. The event showed a strong comeback for classic pinball machines—league play now takes place at arcades, brewpubs and home clubs—and the sport is growing about 20% each year. WMUR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Monday morning, 900 second-grade students from Nashua public schools took a free field trip to the Pete the Cat musical at the Nashua Center of the Arts arranged by Nashua Community Arts with help from Spectacle Live—funds were raised at a charity gala last summer. The show, based on a popular series of children’s books, offered two live performances to give the children a memorable theater experience. Nashua Ink Link
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Following a lengthy public hearing Tuesday on his proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget, Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais recommended boosting the school budget—one alderman called the process kabuki theater. New Hampshire Union Leader
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rick Brenner is leaving his 15-year role as Fisher Cats president to teach full-time at Plymouth State University (his alma mater) and his final day with the team will be May 1. This move comes as Brenner, a two-time Eastern League Executive of the Year, shifts his focus to mentoring the next generation of sports professionals. Nashua Ink Link
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iLuminate
3-10 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique sensory spectacle brought to life by the innovative Miral Kotb.
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Spring-Themed Candle-Making Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Spyglass Brewing Company — $43 plus fees — Create personalized candles while enjoying craft beers in a vibrant spring atmosphere.
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Ari Shapiro Live Performance
6:30-9 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Experience a live performance by Ari Shapiro at the iconic Nashua venue.
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Al Stewart and Livingston Taylor Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Ticket price unlisted — Enjoy a night of classic tunes from legendary artists Al Stewart and Livingston Taylor.
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Zach Nugent's Dead Set
7-9:30 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Zach Nugent's Dead Set live in concert.
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