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Nashua
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local man searches the woods for Sasquatch while thrill-seekers plan to ride New England’s first white water park in Franklin & restaurants in Manchester compete in the regional Vegan Chef Challenge throughout May, showcasing new plant-based dishes. WMUR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Work has started on a mural along the north wall of the Water Street bridge facing Renaissance Park + artist Graham Carraway will complete and dedicate the piece on Saturday, May 23 at 3:30 p.m. as part of Memorial Day Weekend celebrations. Nashua Ink Link
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers in New Hampshire are facing rising diesel (over $5 per gallon), electricity, and fertilizer costs that are straining family-run farms; John Moulton said his 70-acre operation, which sells crops directly, must make tough choices while Sen. Maggie Hassan visited to assess the impact. WMUR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph Hospital and Cardiovascular Specialists of New England successfully implanted the AVEIR atrial leadless pacemaker — a minimally invasive device designed for the right atrium — marking a milestone that brings advanced cardiac care closer to Nashua residents. Nashua Ink Link
- ➤ A former UNH hockey player underwent a groundbreaking robotic-assisted shoulder surgery performed by Dr. Thomas Fortney, marking a medical first. The treatment room displays a framed 2009 New Hampshire Union Leader story (One-two KO punch) that links past sports success with today's medical breakthrough. New Hampshire Union Leader
- ➤ Operated by HCA Healthcare, Nashua ER, the city’s first freestanding emergency room, is set to open this summer at 338 Amherst St with 11 bays including a trauma bay (which will manage high-acuity cases) and will work alongside full-service hospitals while transferring patients who need extended care. Nashua Ink Link
- ➤ Bee stings usually cause minor pain and swelling but can lead to a severe allergic reaction with signs like trouble breathing, swelling of the face, and dizziness. Southern New Hampshire Asthma and Allergy advises anyone with symptoms beyond local pain to call 911 and consult an allergist. Nashua Ink Link
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ New Hampshire Fisher Cats split their Sunday series with a 4-3 win in a weather-delayed resumption and a 3-0 loss—with Eddie Micheletti Jr.'s two-run homer key in game one—improving their season record to 15-10 while Binghamton earned their first shutout win in the finale. Nashua Ink Link
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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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Dye Sublimation Workshop for Custom Printing
8:15-8:45 p.m. — MakeIt Labs — Check the event page for cost — Learn to create permanent images on various objects using dye sublimation techniques.
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