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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Leda Lanes, a candlepin bowling alley on Amherst Street, closed last week after 65 years in service—its attached Keglers Den will serve its final brew tomorrow, May 24th. The Simoneau family began the alley in 1969 and they now seek investors as the property will be redeveloped. Nashua Ink Link
- ➤ Kendra Smith, owner of Soel Sistas southern-style cafe, started Feed The Kids during the COVID-19 school closures to serve nutritious meals to local children and the program has since provided hundreds of dinners weekly. On May 20, Feed The Kids became a 501c3 nonprofit and received a $1,242 donation from Nashua Rotary West—proceeds from last year’s Over-the-Edge fundraiser—to support future meal efforts. Nashua Ink Link
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the New Hampshire Senate passed a bill to support building advanced nuclear power that could help lower our future energy costs. The legislation lets utilities ask for multi-year proposals for new reactors through 2040+it also raises community solar limits for low to moderate income projects from 6 to 18 megawatts. WMUR
- ➤ New Hampshire tourism officials launched a new 'Wildly Responsible' campaign to attract summer visitors while keeping natural resources safe. Gov. Kelly Ayotte and state agency leaders met Thursday — they estimate 4.6 million visitors will spend nearly $2.6 billion this season. WMUR
- ➤ Gov. Kelly Ayotte signed into law two bills on Thursday that ban sanctuary cities and require local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration authorities—aiming to keep New Hampshire safe—and prevent local agencies from blocking federal detainers. The bills limit how agencies investigate citizenship and restrict local sanctuary policies. Nashua Ink Link
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Senate Finance Committee voted five to three not to restore funding for New Hampshire’s State Council on the Arts after the House eliminated it from the budget—leaving its future uncertain. Gov. Kelly Ayotte said she was disappointed and maintained that the arts support both culture and economic development in the state. New Hampshire Bulletin
- ➤ The U.S. Army's newest automatic weapon, designed by NH-based SIG Sauer, is undergoing tropical testing with Filipino forces—according to the 25th Infantry Division. New Hampshire Union Leader
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The New Hampshire Fisher Cats lost 4-1 to the Somerset Patriots at Delta Dental Stadium on Wednesday afternoon. Pitcher Grant Rogers retired 13 batters in five innings, striking out five and allowing two earned runs on three hits—defensive errors let Somerset extend their lead and Dasan Brown with Cade Doughty sparked the Cats' only run. Nashua Ink Link
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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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Summer Reading Challenge Kick-off Party
6-8 p.m. — Nashua Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer reading with games, crafts, and fun activities for all ages.
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