Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
Good morning, Nashua.
A worker was critically injured Monday after being electrocuted at Ferrite Microwave Technologies on 104 Perimeter Road in Nashua+ first responders arrived at 7:20 a.m. and he was taken to Southern NH Medical Center for trauma care while investigators from the Fire Marshal’s Office, Police Department and OSHA began probing the cause.
Historical records show that Nashua’s fire department modernized from horse-drawn rigs to motorized apparatus after several tests and incidents from 1923 to 1925.
Key milestones included a ladder truck demonstration, a major fire on Main Street bridge, and an auction of the remaining horse-drawn equipment—each marking a turning point in local fire-rescue history.
After Gov. Ayotte signed Senate bill 295 on June 10, families began rushing to apply for education freedom accounts that use state funds to help pay for private school costs.
By July 2, nearly 9,000 applications were submitted—an indication the program could soon exceed its cap of 10,000 students.
Lawmakers are studying a proposal to create a housing investment trust— a nonprofit funding model that would let developers use a revolving loan fund to support affordable housing.
A bipartisan committee will produce a report by Nov. 1 to explore how the trust could leverage private capital amid the state’s ongoing housing crisis.
St. Joseph Hospital got an A rating from The Leapfrog Group today—one of only four hospitals in New Hampshire to receive this honor.
The hospital uses strong safety measures and teamwork to keep patients safe.
Gameday Men’s Health opened in March at 169 DW Highway to offer Testosterone Replacement Therapy and other services for men facing age-related health issues—its team, including Clinical Director Nicole Biehle and GM Justin Veverka, has already treated over 100 men.
The clinic has formed local partnerships and will open a second location in Concord in 2026.
Abby Martel, owner of Imposter's Kitchen food truck, serves Asian fusion dishes with Korean influence and makes her famous milk bread cinnamon buns using the Tangzhong method—drawing fans from around the state.
She runs her mobile eatery from an orange 1960s Shasta camper and will continue to offer pop-up bakery events during the winter.
Former Boston Red Sox player Butch Hobson was surprised with his induction into the Holman Stadium Sports Legends Hall of Fame during a pre-game ceremony on June 27th at Holman—an event that followed the Nashua Lions’ long-standing tradition.
The ceremony also honored brothers Rick and Steve Piwowarski, who led the Cardinals to Turkey Bowl wins and join their late father Dick Piwowarski in the Hall of Fame.
Fairytale Festival
10 a.m.-1 p.m. — Greeley Park — Free entry — Experience a magical day with performances, princess meet & greet, and fun activities for all ages.
Chazz Palminteri - A Bronx Tale
3:00-8:30 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience Chazz Palminteri's captivating coming-of-age story inspired by his life in the Bronx.
New England Crokinole League: Week 4 at Spyglass Brewing
6-8 p.m. — Spyglass Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a no-drop ride with bike experts and then savor great food and beer!
Graphic Design Bootcamp
9 a.m. — 20 Trafalgar Square, Nashua, NH — Course fees apply — Gain hands-on experience in graphic design tools and techniques at this intensive bootcamp.
Crokinole League Night
6-8 p.m. — Spyglass Brewing Company — Free entry — Engage in fast-paced Crokinole matches while enjoying craft brews in a friendly atmosphere.
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