Friday, July 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Since 2020, the Maplewood Volunteer Group has served over 30,000 meals to more than 100 Nashua residents at the soup kitchen, led by state rep Santosh Salvi and his wife Shweta. The 48 families in the group volunteer every Thursday from September through June and plan to resume service this September—earning recognition from Mayor Jim Donchess. Nashua Ink Link
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 79-year-old Florida man went missing on Wednesday after riding the Cog Railway to the summit of Mount Washington and was last seen near the observation deck after 3 p.m.—a state park employee said he appeared lost off-trail and crews using drones and foot searches have not found him. WMUR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ State police are investigating after a body was found floating off the seacoast near Isles of Shoals — the Coast Guard received a call at 9:15 a.m. Sunday and said there is no threat to the public, although the person's identity and cause of death remain unknown. WMUR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from the International Institute of New England celebrated their ESL graduation at Brookside Congregational Church, where certificates honored study hours and hard work. The ceremony awarded perfect attendance and community leadership, marking IINE’s growth in Manchester — a milestone that promises more opportunities for future learners. Nashua Ink Link
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local researchers and state officials have been tagging and tracking great white sharks off our coast using undersea receivers and hydrophones to record their activity. The study started in June as warmer temperatures and a rising seal population bring the predators near popular beaches — efforts that will shape new public safety measures. WMUR
- ➤ Yesterday, a hot and humid day in Nashua brought highs in the 80s that felt like the 90s with intermittent thunderstorms and a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. for eastern Hillsborough and interior Rockingham counties—today, sunny skies and a cooling breeze bring drier conditions to the area. WMUR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Justice sent a letter asking for New Hampshire's full voter registration list, but Secretary of State David Scanlan said state law stops sharing the data. Law professor Daniel Pi said states do not have to give up their records unless Congress allows it—making the request legally questionable. WMUR
- ➤ A leading state senator said China's richest man purchased land near the Pennichuck Water Works system for $67 million six months before a ban on foreign sales took effect—raising concerns over local asset protection. Local officials now plan to review the sale and may update rules for future transactions—efforts intended to prevent similar loopholes. New Hampshire Union Leader
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In 2024, about 1 in 8 Granite Staters were enrolled in Medicaid while about 1 in 13 adults received coverage from the Granite Advantage program+county rates varied with Coos County highest and Rockingham County lowest. The state budget and federal rules will soon add work requirements and premiums that could cut coverage for up to 20,000 adults+officials plan to monitor the impact. Nashua Ink Link
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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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Modern Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners
6:30-8 p.m. — Courtyard Nashua — Ticket required — Explore the art of modern calligraphy and take home your own beginner's kit.
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Salem Town Forest Hike & Lunch Outing
10 AM – 1 PM — Salem Town Forest — Free entry — Explore scenic trails followed by a relaxed lunch at a local spot.
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