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Windham High School junior Ella Geraci launched HOPE After Heartache to collect new and gently used art supplies for care packages that help children and families cope with grief — she is asking local residents to donate supplies that will support creative expression and healing.

The project will repurpose these items into care packages to offer comfort to those navigating loss.

Bless This Home — a nonprofit that helps underprivileged women transition from restorative programs — provided supplies on Wednesday for families celebrating Thanksgiving and Christmas.

The group gave each family a turkey, platter, roasting pan, and a basket of Christmas presents donated by local supporters.

Dozens attended a screening of the new Bruce Springsteen movie at Red River Theatres in Concord early November, where writer Warren Zanes — a local native and former member of The Del Fuegos — held a Q&A session after the film.

Zanes, who wrote the book that inspired the movie, is now writing a full biography of Springsteen.

An archived interview from 2001 shows country music star Patti Page discussing her career and her time living on a New Hampshire farm with Fritz Wetherbee, as presented by the NH Chronicle.

Page recalled singing for her family and explained that her move to New Hampshire began when she married a local farmer — a moment that captures her early musical roots.

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services has laid out a plan to distribute an initial $45 million from PFAS settlements to help cover costs for public water systems treating toxic chemicals.

Funds will be allocated based on system type and contamination severity—municipalities may receive about $26 million by year’s end, though the payments will not fully reimburse all remediation costs.

Former Gov. Chris Sununu (CEO of Airlines for America) testified Wednesday before a Senate subcommittee that studied how the 43-day shutdown led to widespread delays, cancellations, and staffing shortages costing airlines up to $500 million per day.

He urged lawmakers to pass new legislation to keep FAA funding in any future shutdowns.

New Hampshire officials warned SNAP recipients that scammers are calling, texting, and emailing to collect personal information and falsely claim benefits will be held until sensitive details are provided (calls may appear from a 603 number) and advised residents not to answer unknown calls.

Earlier this week, Nashua health officials captured a raccoon in Westgate Village that tested positive for rabies—warning residents to take precautions.

Dubai chocolate has arrived in New Hampshire as local cafes and cocktail bars add it to ice creams and martinis—while Raymond bakery will serve mini pies during pie week.

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.

Holiday & Pet Resin Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Spyglass Brewing Company — All supplies included — Create personalized resin art while enjoying a festive atmosphere.