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Sunday, October 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Jacqueline Thomas interviewed Kendall Kunelius from UNH Extension at Pawtuckaway State Park and explained how to store birdseed for winter by cleaning storage containers and using metal options—methods that help deter rodents and keep seeds fresh.  WMUR

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Officials reported that DOT delayed work on the Everett Turnpike between Nashua and Bedford due to a $400 million transportation funding shortfall — Claremont schools revealed a $5.011 million deficit, Bedford Public Works director Jeff Foote was placed on leave after a near miss with a road worker, New Boston selected an interim town administrator, and a study group will determine the future of the vacant Derry Village Elementary School building.  New Hampshire Union Leader
  • Jennice Chewlin—a small business owner, public health champion, and mother of four—announced her candidacy for Ward 5 Alderman in Nashua today and vows to improve sidewalks, schools, and parks to support every neighborhood.  Nashua Ink Link
  • The federal shutdown that began October 1 has left nearly 19,000 workers in the state at risk as about 9,000 federal jobs may face furloughs or layoffs if Congress does not reach a deal soon. Essential programs such as SNAP and TANF, which support over 80,000 residents, may see cuts if the shutdown lasts longer than 30 days—prompting concerns for local families.  Nashua Ink Link

SPORTS NEWS

  • Hollis-Brookline snapped a 27-game losing streak in Week 5 of Friday Night Football + teams including Souhegan, Bedford, Alvirne, Manchester Memorial, and Merrimack also won their games.  WMUR

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 10/8/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 10/23/25

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  • The Poop Museum

    2 PM — Nashua Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an interactive and amusing exploration of surprising science around poop.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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