Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
Good morning, Nashua.
The Nash Casino presented nearly $2.3 million to 12 local nonprofits in March, marking a record month for contributions driven by games and machines.
Over 13 months it raised more than $21 million to support local causes + plans to extend its reach.
A local feature highlights working dogs in Nashua that track missing people and sense when help is needed, according to NH Chronicle.
The story shows how these remarkable animals support community safety.
New Hampshire gas prices jumped 22 cents in one week to $4.15 per gallon, prompting drivers in Manchester and Dorchester to search for lower prices.
Analysts say the rise is tied to delays in international supply from Iran's closed Strait of Hormuz.
The Board of Education approved a plan to reconfigure special education programs using $3.2 million from the depleted trust fund to cover contracts through the school year.
Superintendent Mario Andrade said the new setup will start next school year and consolidate programs at select elementary schools.
On Wednesday, the House Committee voted in favor of a bill to create the Granite State Home Mitigation and Resiliency Program that would offer eligible homeowners up to $9,500 for home upgrades against severe weather; funding from nonprofits remains uncertain and the full House will vote later this year.
A commission voted 9-1 in April to seek tentative UNESCO World Heritage Site status for Mount Washington.
Officials say the move may bring increased funding and pride for the peak if federal support and proper infrastructure upgrades follow.
Residents are trying new stress-relief treatments amid busy schedules with options including buccal therapy at Beauty and the Body in Manchester, assisted stretching at StretchLab in Bedford, and yoga nidra at Humble Warrior Power Yoga in Exeter.
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.
All Your Friends: The Indie Party
8-11 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Featuring a nostalgic indie dance experience — Enjoy a night filled with bloghouse and post-punk revival vibes.
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