Good morning, Nashua.

A new veterans campus is open on 15 acres and includes five buildings that offer various services for local veterans.

Sean Downie, a retired Navy veteran from Northwood, learned about the project a year ago+the campus now provides essential programs to support local veterans.

On May 9, 1941, a new tar kettle from the Board of Public Works caught fire when naphtha in the tar ignited—forcing the truck driver to keep moving until firefighters used a fog nozzle to put out the blaze and later cleaned sticky tar from their trucks.

The account also explains how Nashua officials organized an auxiliary fire crew in December and installed air raid sirens in June to boost city defenses as World War II approached.

On today's NH's Business, Primary Bank CEO Crystal Dionne spoke with Fred Kocher about how New Hampshire's economic uncertainty — marked by stalled job growth and falling exports — may lead banks to adjust lending to small businesses.

She explained that while young entrepreneurs are mostly opening deposit accounts, the decline in community banks could affect capital access for established businesses in the future.

A local high school is offering hikes instead of detention for students who break rules (skipping class, talking back or using phones).

Teachers report the program is already helping improve student behavior.

The Legislative Ethics Committee allowed nearly $3,500 gathered on a GoFundMe page to help House Speaker Sherman's executive assistant after a tragic loss—friends, colleagues and one lobbyist contributed.

Health officials say a raccoon tested positive for rabies after it was captured without disclosing its location — they urge residents to keep pets leashed and watch for signs like unusual aggression or confusion in wild animals.

Thomas Jimino was paralyzed after falling off his roof eight years ago and now drives his accessible van across the country—visiting rehabilitation centers to show others that life can be rebuilt.

He also enjoys spending time outdoors—proving that a spinal injury does not end the possibility of adventure.

Niles, a 5-year-old pit bull terrier, is waiting at a local shelter for a new home in New Hampshire — he has mastered basic commands, enjoys playtime with kids and car rides, and remains cautious around male dogs due to a past incident.

His long stay and gentle nature show he could be a loyal companion for the right family.

A Pennsylvania family found their cat Ray Ray riding on the roof of their car two hours into their drive to New Hampshire — he stayed on through wind, bumps, and heavy traffic — and decided to keep him on board.

His unexpected journey has inspired his owner to start a children's book series — titled The Cat Who Wouldn't Stray — to share his adventure.

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.