Good morning, Nashua.

A portion of Interstate 89 north in Sutton was closed Saturday morning after a crash at mile marker 23.4—north of Exit 9—as troopers investigated the scene and advised drivers to avoid the area.

At JP Noonan Transportation on Zapora Drive in Hooksett, crews fought an asphalt tanker fire when liquid asphalt ignited and one employee suffered a hand injury from an exploding trailer tire—he was treated and released as extra water from tanker trucks helped control the blaze and the road reopened by 12:20 p.m.

Loved ones returned to the Massachusetts coast to honor missing Joakim Courteau after his boat capsized on Aug 23 — his search has been suspended after his best friend Capt. David Benedict survived when the Coast Guard rescued him.

Law enforcement will increase patrols through Monday to catch drivers who are impaired and speed, and their partners will work under the (Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over) campaign to keep roads safe this Labor Day weekend.

Matthew Gouthro announced his run for the Ward 2 seat on the Nashua Board of Aldermen on Friday—challenging longtime incumbent Rick Dowd.

He said his campaign will bring new ideas and better oversight of city funds and services.

Forty-four local residents filed candidacies for the municipal election set for Nov.

4 as the filing period that began Tuesday runs through Sept. 5 — Ward 1 Alderman Tyler Gouveia filed to run for an At-Large seat after serving two terms.

Kodiak is a 1-year-old hound mix weighing about 60 pounds who shows a playful yet shy nature and is ready to join a forever family in Manchester—he is crate-trained and does well with other dogs, making him a good fit for homes with teenagers or older.

Summer Candle Making Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Spyglass Brewing Company — $39-$55 — Spend a relaxing evening crafting custom-scented soy candles in a welcoming brewery setting.

Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025

3 PM – 4 PM — Nashua High School South — Registration fees apply — A fun running program spanning five weeks for kids from Pre-K to 8th grade.

2025 Friel Memorial Golf Tournament

7:30 a.m. — Overlook Golf Club — Registration required — Swing for a cause at this community-focused golf tournament supporting youth programs.

NextGen Championship Wrestling

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Dr. Norman W. Crisp Elementary School — $20 general admission — Experience thrilling family-friendly pro wrestling with the stars of tomorrow.

5th Annual Ribbon Run/Walk 5K

8-11 a.m. — Mine Falls Park, Nashua, NH — Check website for registration costs — Join a community of runners and walkers supporting cancer care at St. Joseph Hospital.

Line Dance Live in the Atrium

6:00-7:30 p.m. — St. Joseph Hospital — $10 admission — Enjoy an evening of country line dancing with Granite State Stomp and free snacks.