Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
Good morning, Nashua.
For 80 years, Manchester native Edgar Norcross, an 18-year-old Marine killed in World War II, was missing until his remains were confirmed using isotope analysis and DNA sequencing; he will be laid to rest at New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery on Tuesday, July 7 (honoring his service).
Twenty-nine people from 18 countries became U.S. citizens Friday morning at Exeter High School.
Many said they fell in love with the country (coming just before the nation's 250th birthday celebration).
Students at UNH won $15,000 start-up funding when their virtual reality game studio, Armored Pig Studios, took top prize at the Paul J.
Holloway Prize Innovation to Market Competition in Durham yesterday. Second- and third-place finishers received $10,000 and $5,000 prizes respectively — finalists got $1,000 each.
NH Chronicle will feature Renee, who rowed solo across the Atlantic and overcame many obstacles — locals in Merrimack say her contagious smile brightens their community.
Chop Shop 166 from Merrimack High School competed in the FIRST Championship in Houston from April 29 through May 2 and reached the finals, finishing 16th in the world + they are set to join off-season tournaments and community outreach events.
Nashua South High School advanced to the finals of the GRANITE STATE CHALLENGE by beating Profile High School 415 to 320 in the semifinal.
The Purple Panthers led early — scoring in a rapid-fire round — and now prepare for the final challenge on Thursday, May 14 at 8:30 p.m.
State and local officials stressed motorcycle safety after 161 riders died in crashes between 2021 and 2025.
The governor joined police & a motorcycle rights group on Friday during Motorcycle Awareness Month, urging drivers to avoid distractions and leave riders enough space.
Gov. Ayotte expressed outrage after a House committee voted Wednesday to defer Senate Bill 498 on mandatory mental health coverage for children, saying insurers are delaying needed care.
She vowed to keep pushing the bill to ensure safe and coordinated wraparound services in the state (insurers dispute the measure).
Local traveler Cole White fueled his Jeep Gladiator Mojave with mountain bikes at the Welcome Center in Hooksett on Friday morning, and residents say they will not miss out on summer fun despite high fuel prices.
Nashua South beat Nashua North by 2-1 today in a tight school rivalry game.
Senior pitcher Brendon Doughty struck out 11 batters in 6.2 innings, and the Purple Panthers will host Salem on Monday at 4:30 p.m.
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.
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.
Fun in the Sun Color Run
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Nashua High School North — Registration required — Enjoy a colorful run or walk for all ages with family and friends.
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