Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
Good morning, Nashua.
A working list of Halloween trick-or-treat dates and times was released for New Hampshire towns, including Nashua’s event on Oct.
31 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The list is updated as more towns provide details, and residents should check with local officials if their community is not listed (details subject to change).
Eversource electrical line workers traveled to Overland Park, Kansas to compete at the International Lineman's Rodeo and bring home top prizes—Bob Michaud, Jason Henley and Matt Danielson won first place in the Journeyman Team Pole Climb while apprentice Calvin Edson finished fourth. The event featured several competitions that tested skill, safety and strength in the electrical trade.
In 2024 a state employee from the Department of Business and Economic Affairs sent an email to Zhong Shanshan—China’s wealthiest man—to follow up on his visit and promote Nashua’s low taxes and production support for a planned water bottling plant.
The inquiry came after Nongfu Spring bought a local warehouse for $67 million and raised national security concerns with state officials reviewing the sale.
Sergeant George Kimball, a Nashua native, began his career in the U.S. Air Force and later spent decades helping veterans through physical therapy and employment counseling.
He worked at the VA in Manchester and with federal contractors until retiring—his lifelong commitment to veteran support has made a lasting impact on our community.
New Hampshire leaders including the governor met Monday in Quebec City to discuss plans to improve trade ties with Canada following tariffs that strained relations (Canada remains the state’s largest trading partner with hundreds of millions in goods traded each year).
Officials will soon launch the Export Accelerator Program to help small businesses connect with Canadian partners and learn export basics.
AMR data released Monday shows that Manchester & Nashua are on track for record low overdose numbers this year.
The figures reflect ongoing improvements in emergency response that may benefit community health.
Emily and Scott Howard, married 21 years, reclaimed active lives after weight loss surgery at Southern NH Weight Management—Scott’s surgery eased his hip pain and high blood pressure while Emily now jogs, swims, and practices yoga.
Their success shows how a complete lifestyle change with personalized care can help fight obesity.
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.
360 All Stars Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Tickets available for purchase — Experience a thrilling performance that fuses acrobatics with street culture.
Bowers & Wilkins Abbey Road Experience Tour
11 PM – 1 AM — Best Buy Nashua — Free entry — Celebrate 45 years of sound with demos and exclusive audio experiences.
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