Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
Good morning, Nashua.
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels flew earlier this week in New Hampshire airspace—now they are set to perform at Thunder Over New Hampshire on the weekend.
Their display will include a Missing Man formation tribute to local pilot Rob Holland who died earlier this year.
A 20-year-old Nashua man wrapped articles of clothing around his hands to look like he had a gun and attempted to rob an ATM but fled when the alleged victim refused to hand over money—police reported.
Antonio Aguasvivas, a Rhode Island man who led a drug trafficking organization, was sentenced by a Concord federal judge to 51 months in prison and 3 years of supervised release after pleading guilty to distributing fentanyl and crack cocaine in Manchester — his plea agreement showed he drove daily from Rhode Island to deliver narcotics during recorded sales.
A weekly listing of live entertainment has detailed concerts and arts events from September 4th in Nashua, Manchester, Salem, and other local towns, with some shows having taken place already and others set for later this week.
The round-up, provided by A. Robert Dionne of Ted Herbert Music School + Rentals, advises residents to check venue details for ticketing and updates.
The New Hampshire DMV reviewed up to 800 vanity plate requests each week in 2024, issuing 222,000 custom plates out of 1.7 million to let people show who they are.
Collectors like Exeter’s Chris Cooper and locals such as David Kovar said their plates told personal stories—reflecting the state's long tradition of self-expression.
City planning manager Sam Durfee and other officials met on Aug 26 to review an updated inclusionary zoning policy—one aimed at boosting affordable housing in market rate projects.
Aldermen and policy experts discussed options like a buy-out for density bonuses—though some worried this might delay achieving affordable housing goals.
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.
Birding Outing at Mine Falls Park
8-10 a.m. — Mine Falls Park — Free event — Explore trails and discover local bird species with expert guidance and binoculars provided.
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