Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of November.
Good morning, Nashua.
Eversource volunteers joined Holiday Cards for our Military Challenge to send handwritten notes to deployed service members.
The nonprofit aims to send 250,000 cards this season and already sorted over 20,000 cards in 2024 as it nears its 2 millionth card milestone—bringing comfort to our troops.
In 1973, Nashua Lumber at 25 Marshall Street faced a heavy blaze that began with alarms at 6:14 a.m. and 6:21 a.m.—drawing off-duty firefighters and mutual aid to contain a fire that damaged the office and nearby buildings, while in 1976, crews fought a severe blaze at St. Louis De Gonzague Church on West Hollis St. that resulted in injuries and the loss of a nearby apartment building.
The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation added three new board members — Tom Burack, James 'Jamie' Burnett, and Emmett Soldati — to its 16-member board, strengthening its leadership as it plans upcoming initiatives.
North Branch Construction won the Chairman’s Award at the 2025 ABC NH/VT Excellence in Construction Awards Gala—held in Manchester for the SIG SAUER Newington Range Renovation, marking a major milestone for the firm.
U.S. Senator Cory Booker headlined the NHDP Eleanor Roosevelt Dinner in Nashua, where party leaders honored late Alderwoman Gloria Timmons and defended Senate deals to restore key government programs.
Local officials praised hard work and recent wins + they united to support local issues amid recent political debates.
Senator Shaheen hosted a roundtable at the Center for Life Management in Derry last week — meeting with healthcare professionals and advocates to discuss extending ACA premium tax credits and address looming Medicaid funding cuts.
CLM CEO Victor Topo noted the potential $4 million reduction in operating revenue, and the senator secured a bipartisan mid-December vote on related legislation.
Jennifer L. Parent, a director at McLane Middleton, has been named the New Hampshire State Chair of the American College of Trial Lawyers — a position that highlights her legal expertise and leadership in the field.
A New Hampshire cardiologist is promoting women's heart health by urging more screenings and education as heart disease remains the top killer for women in the state.
He says that less than half of women know their risk factors—spurring calls for improved care—while stressing the need for community awareness.
The median price of a single-family home in New Hampshire increased 4.5% since last October, reaching nearly $528,000 according to the state Realtors.
Monthly data shows higher sales and a 14% rise in supply of single-family homes and a 15% jump in condos—factors that add to buyers’ affordability challenges.
Liquid Therapy Comedy Night
9:30-10:00 p.m. — Liquid Therapy Brewery & Grill — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of laughs with comics from Headliners Comics in a historic setting.
Enchanted Christmas Holiday Fair
1:30 PM — Bicentennial Elementary School — Free admission — Embrace the holiday spirit with shopping, lunch, and delectable desserts to take home.
27th Annual Novemberfest Race
11:33 a.m. – 3:33 p.m. — Martha's Exchange Restaurant & Brewery — Race day registration — Celebrate the spirit of November with a 4-mile race and post-race festivities.
Nashua Annual Holiday Fair
11 AM – 4 PM — Lafayette Club — Free entry — Experience festive fun and find great gifts at Nashua's 10th Annual Holiday Fair.
Photos with Santa for Charity
9-11 a.m. — Keller Williams Gateway Realty — Free photos — Grab a festive picture with Santa while supporting Operation Delta Dog.
Ugly Sweater 5K
9 AM – 3 PM — Backyard Brewery and Kitchen — 21+ event — Celebrate the holidays with a fun run supporting local animal rescues while sporting your ugliest sweater.
Holly Jolly Craft Fair
9 AM – 3 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Nashua — Free admission — Shop unique American-made holiday gifts from over 75 artisans.
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