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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ John and Laurie Masiello, a Hollis couple aged 70, continue working together in a Nashua office as they launch OverShield, a sensor system that predicts problems in freezers storing vaccines and medications. The couple plans to celebrate their 50th anniversary this summer and rings a bell to mark each exciting business milestone. WMUR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A New Hampshire doctor pleaded guilty to illegally prescribing opioids to a patient with a substance use disorder+ he told other patients to use a different pharmacy to fill prescriptions+ in the first conviction of its kind in New Hampshire, he now faces up to 20 years in prison. WMUR
- ➤ Lewistone Baez Miranda, 50, from Puerto Rico, will spend more than six years in federal prison for trafficking cocaine to Manchester through the mail—officials said his son used false information to send the drugs concealed in children’s games in bundles weighing 500 or 1,000 grams. WMUR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Danielle Festa, a local artist, started The Aplomb Project to help people heal from trauma with paintings that mix color and hope — her nonprofit was founded after a family tragedy. Construction is underway in Dover for her new studio — a space where the community can create art and share their stories. WMUR
- ➤ Jodi Picoult and other New Hampshire authors spoke out at a Concord conference against book ban bills HB 324 and SB 33, saying the measures could remove local control of school materials and criminalize educators. The Senate will act on HB 324 today—critics note the bill may limit what books children can access in schools. Nashua Ink Link
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nashua Community College expanded its aviation program by installing a new FAA-approved ATC simulator system this spring to launch the only air traffic controller training program in NH. The college invested about $170,000 in the equipment and will begin classes in August — a step aimed at addressing the FAA controller shortage. Nashua Ink Link
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state Senate is voting today on House Bill 428 — it would create a uniform building code statewide by stopping local officials from changing the rules. Sponsored by Rep. Joe Alexander — the bill will not take effect until January when lawmakers aim to address rising housing costs. New Hampshire Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New Hampshire lawmakers approved Senate Bill 246—Momnibus 2.0 to boost maternal mental health by adding more screening, education, and community support for mothers facing postpartum depression and anxiety. The new law is expected to help families get better care during and after pregnancy. New Hampshire Bulletin
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A local developer reached an agreement to convert the vacant 134-year-old Hallsville School into more than 30 affordable apartments—bringing new housing options and preserving the historic building. New Hampshire Union Leader
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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MakeIt Fest 2025
12-5 p.m. — MakeIt Labs — Free admission — Explore creativity and innovation at this vibrant outdoor showcase of local makers and their projects.
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Aimee Mann: Lost in Space Anniversary Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Tickets Required — Experience the iconic Aimee Mann perform hits from her celebrated 2002 album with Jonathan Coulton supporting.
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Menopause the Musical 2
2-3:30 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Cost info not specified — The girls are back for a hilarious sequel at sea!
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Another Tequila Sunrise - Eagles Tribute
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating tribute to the Eagles as their timeless hits come alive.
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Dog Adoption Event at Lovering Volvo Cars
11 AM – 1 PM — Lovering Volvo Cars Nashua — Donations from vehicle sales — Meet 5 adorable adoptable pups and contribute to a good cause!
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