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Mike’s Italian Kitchen, a popular Nashua restaurant that began nearly 30 years ago as Michael Timothy’s, will close on Saturday, Oct.

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Manchester police warn residents about the potent synthetic opioid carfentanil—used as a veterinary tranquilizer for large animals—that when mixed into street drugs has caused 10 deaths in New Hampshire this year, including three in Manchester, while overdoses from other substances have declined.

Legendary actor and director Robert Redford died at 89 yesterday in Manchester after a career that spanned six decades and featured films such as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.

In 1987 he visited Dartmouth College and received the Dartmouth Film Award from the local Film Society—recognizing his contributions to film and his role in founding the Sundance Institute.

Babe Ruth's grandson, whose family has long ties in the area, spoke about the lasting legacy of the Great Bambino in an interview on NH Chronicle.

A GOATED author also appeared to break down modern teenage vocabulary+ including terms like aura-farming and six-seven.

Homeowners in New Hampshire have seen wells run dry as drought conditions worsen and state officials warned that extreme drought is expected to spread statewide in the coming weeks—companies like Epping Well & Pump reported more calls from families with shallow wells.

Researchers in New England say that winter snowpack is shrinking each year because of climate change, and they are combining data from over 400 sites to learn how the decline affects water and tree health—local experts in Nashua are also asking citizens to share their own measurements through a smartphone app. The ongoing work may lead to a new tool to help forecast drier conditions later in the season.

On Tuesday, two whales breached the water near a boat off the New Hampshire coast as Captain Dale Sprague and his first mate reported the sighting about eight miles past the Isles of Shoals — the crew quickly pulled their lines for safety.

Last year, a whale crashed onto a boat in Portsmouth Harbor.

On Tuesday, protesters urged the Pease board to end ICE flights at Portsmouth International Airport after activists documented 407 detainee transfers from New Hampshire and nearby states—arguing that the flights deny detainees access to counsel and family.

Board Chairman Stephen Duprey said the federally funded airport must follow FAA rules, and he noted that the board will explore any possible authority to address the issue.

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.

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.