Good morning, Nashua.

During a four-week period ending April 25, police from Hudson and Nashua arrested 14 people for drug offenses—charges included possession and sale of controlled substances, resisting arrest, and witness tampering, with some suspects released on personal recognizance bail and others held pending arraignment at the 9th Circuit Nashua District Court.

On April 24th, Nashua police arrested Joshua MacDonald for stealing medical devices from Rivier University and Sebastian Lopez for stabbing a tire during a parking lot dispute, while on April 27th they arrested Fabio Domingues for depositing $20,000 in fraudulent checks and Paul Williams for discharging a gun in a domestic dispute—each case now awaits arraignment.

New Hampshire DMV offices in Concord, Manchester and Twin Mountain will offer Real ID transactions this Saturday — appointments will be available on the DMV website from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Licenses that do not meet the requirements will not be accepted at airports and federal buildings starting May 7.

An analysis by the New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute found critical shortfalls in the state's child care system as expensive care and provider shortages force many parents to cut work hours, costing families and the economy millions.

State policymakers are expanding the Child Care Scholarship Program to help more families—yet tens of thousands of eligible children still miss out and only 7% of eligible families participate.

A chief House budget writer said Senate colleagues must find $38M by raising taxes— or cutting spending to boost payments to hospitals.

Lawmakers are expected to review these options as they work on the state budget.

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.