Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
Good morning, Nashua.
💼 Business
Today, Vail Resorts announced that after a 3% drop in skier visits last year it will change lift ticket prices at its four New Hampshire ski areas—Wildcat, Attitash, Sunapee and Crotched Mountain.
The company said it will offer a friend discount for passholders and adjust prices based on popular ski dates.
Today, The Nash Casino unveiled its new video lottery terminals featuring games such as Dragon Link, Lightning Link, and Phoenix Link.
The casino will convert hundreds of historical horse racing machines into VLTs over several months—boosting charity contributions under a new state law.
📰 Economy
Hundreds of job opportunities will be offered at the NH-Jobs.com Job Fair at the Mall of New Hampshire in Manchester on Oct.
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🌲 Environment
People at the Mount Washington Observatory saw a bright display of northern lights around 5:30 a.m. Monday.
Forecasts indicate the aurora will be visible through Monday and Tuesday next week.
🏛️ Government
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A new Granite State Poll shows Rep. Chris Pappas holds a small lead in the 2026 U.S. Senate race with 49% support against 43% for former Sen. John E.
Sununu while 6% are unsure. If the matchup is with former Sen. Scott Brown, Pappas leads at 52% compared to 37% with 8% undecided.
🏥 Health
Massachusetts doctors sent patients to Nashua for imaging last summer because local hospitals had long waits and high costs; Dr. Boutwell used Tellica Imaging while Dr. Gold referred patients to centers like Derry Imaging.
The New Hampshire facilities offered faster service & transparent pricing after the state did away with certificate of need laws.
A study by the New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute showed that drug-related deaths in New Hampshire fell to 287 in 2024 from a peak of 490 in 2017, with opioids involved in 83.6% of the deaths.
The decline followed increased funding for prevention, treatment and recovery services — though nearly three in four people needing treatment did not receive it.
🎉 Nashua Events
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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.
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.
Halloween Clay Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Spyglass Brewing Company — $81.88 — Get spooky while sculpting seasonal clay creations in a hands-on pottery workshop.
The Poop Museum
2 PM — Nashua Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an interactive and amusing exploration of surprising science around poop.
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