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Nashua
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Three poodle mixes rescued from severe neglect in Bedford, N.H. received full shaves on Wednesday and will have dental surgery as Animal Rescue League treats their health issues (cancer and a tongue lesion) before placing them for adoption. WMUR
- ➤ Today on New Hampshire Chronicle, viewers see Tomten Farm Sanctuary, a haven for rescued animals + Hudson Firehouse where chefs prepare new dishes. The segments spotlight local care and creative culinary flair. WMUR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new report shows that New Hampshire students lost about two-thirds of a grade level from 2019 to 2022 as their test scores declined nationwide; local educators link the drop to chronic absenteeism and rising cellphone use, and Gov. Ayotte introduced a cellphone ban in schools last year to help improve results. WMUR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A u local video showed a close encounter outside a home in Manchester where a house cat watched a bear near a screen door. New Hampshire Fish and Game advised families to remove bird feeders (by April 1) to help reduce bear visits. WMUR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New CDC data shows drug overdose deaths dropped 14% nationwide last year and were down 5% in New Hampshire with fewer than 270 deaths — officials noted 23 new drugs have been identified in 2026. WMUR
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ At the end of May, a blue micromoon (a smaller full moon seen every two to three years) will be visible in Nashua skies. On June 21, the longest day is set to start, and meteor showers will fill summer nights. WMUR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Patrick Winkel and Jay Harry powered the New Hampshire Fisher Cats to a 9-5 win against the Reading Fightin Phils Tuesday night at Delta Dental Stadium (Manchester). Pitcher Chris McElvain and reliever Conor Larkin held the opposition to three earned runs as the team improved to 20-11. 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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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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