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Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 12, National Video Game Day honored Ralph Baer—an inventor from Manchester who created the first home video game console. His legacy lives on with local memorials and a push for a commemorative stamp as the community celebrates his lasting impact on technology. Nashua Ink Link
- ➤ Target stores in Nashua, Concord, and Somersworth will open at midnight on Oct. 3 to sell three exclusive CDs for Taylor Swift's new album—The Life of a Showgirl—giving local fans a first chance to join the album release. WMUR
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Census estimates released Thursday show that poverty dropped nationwide and in 38 states. New Hampshire recorded the lowest rate in the nation—data that will influence future policy. New Hampshire Union Leader
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two New Hampshire school districts are investigating alleged teacher comments about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk—one Plaistow teacher was put on paid leave after a Facebook post praising his death was removed, while a Manchester teacher’s in-class remarks are under review. WMUR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bryan Gould—nominee for the state Supreme Court—vowed he will recuse himself from cases involving Casella Waste Systems and the proposed landfill near Forest Lake State Park if his impartiality is questioned. Some North Country residents oppose his nomination due to his long association with Casella, and the Executive Council is set to vote on his nomination next week. WMUR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ American Medical Response reported 47 suspected overdoses in August in Manchester and Nashua—35 in Manchester and 12 in Nashua—marking a 6% drop from the 12-month average. Manchester saw overdoses fall by 24% from last year while Nashua dropped 11%, even as its opioid death rate remains 43% higher than typical. WMUR
- ➤ Massachusetts Health Commissioner Dr. Robert Goldstein said his team is actively communicating with New Hampshire public health agencies about a regional vaccine guidance effort that works separately from federal rules—New Hampshire remains the only New England state not in the group and may join future expansions. New Hampshire Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, 20 high school football games were played as teams—Bedford, Campbell, Nashua North, Winnacunnet, and Trinity—improved to a 2-0 record, marking a strong start to the season. The game results set these teams up for further challenges as the season continues. WMUR
- ➤ Nashua South captain Kevin Hamel—a starter on both the offensive and defensive lines—said his team worked all offseason for the Friday night matchup against Bedford. WMUR
- ➤ New Hampshire high school football scores from games played Sept. 11-13 are published in an online table + the results cover key contests like Friday Night Football with teams including Bedford, Nashua South, and Timberlane. The table will be updated with new results + readers can check back for fresh scores. WMUR
- ➤ Sully, a 100-pound St. Bernard from Amherst who trains at American K9 Country, has earned more dock-diving titles than any other dog in the American Kennel Club by competing in over 600 jumps—his record jump measured 19 feet, 1 inch. Owner Kim Goodwin said they travel every other weekend to compete across the country. WMUR
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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New Hampshire 50+ Travel Club Meetup
6-8 p.m. — Lost Cowboy Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxed evening with fellow travel enthusiasts in Nashua's local brewery.
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