Good morning, Nashua.

Trinity High School mourns 16-year-old Lauren Souza, who died early Sunday morning in a car crash on Back River Road (she was driving home after meeting friends) and the school canceled classes Monday with a delayed opening and early dismissal planned Tuesday (counselors and therapy dogs will support students).

The 18th annual Nashua International Sculpture Symposium begins May 8 and runs through May 31 as international sculptors create new public artworks for the city.

An opening ceremony will be held May 3 at 5:30 p.m. at 3 Pine Street and visitors can see artists working from May 12 to May 28.

Local Catholics were shocked by Pope Francis' passing while Bishop Peter Libasci urged prayers for the church—he asked followers to pray for what comes next.

St. Joseph Cathedral in Manchester is holding a Mass at noon today to honor him.

For 20 years, Rocky Morrison cleaned a 45-mile stretch of the Merrimack River with his Clean River Project and now he plans to expand his work into New Hampshire.

He said he will team up with local officials — especially in Manchester and Nashua — to identify pollution hotspots as he seeks new funding to support the work.

Corrections Commissioner Helen Hanks said that if the House plan is approved, a $21 million cut in the Department of Corrections budget will force nearly 100 layoffs and create safety risks by overworking staff.

Senate Finance Committee members and state senators questioned the lack of communication and the impact on inmate programs — officials warn that these cuts could jeopardize both safety and rehabilitation efforts.

Judy Varrill of Concord suffered a stroke in April 2021 after years of fitness and now works hard to regain movement through rehab and a medical trial.

Patriots Tedy Bruschi, who had a stroke in 2005, started Tedy’s Team to raise funds for stroke awareness and research + his team has raised over $10 million + his work reminds us that quick care is vital when stroke signs appear.

Scam emails, calls, and texts about healthcare have increased in our community — the FTC reported $2.95 billion was lost to fraud in 2024.

Southern New Hampshire Health advises residents to hang up on suspicious calls and use only trusted numbers — this guidance helps protect personal details.

Emma Garfield from Bow will guide a para athlete who is blind in the 129th Boston Marathon (she said she feels honored to support the athlete) as they run the race.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tuesday Nite Tradition Group

6:30-7:45 p.m. — Church of the Good Shepherd — Free entry — Engage in insightful discussions on alcohol addiction and recovery at this supportive meeting.