Good morning, Nashua.

A Nottingham family in New Hampshire was relieved when Granite State Dog Recovery recovered their dog, Comet, nearly a month after he went missing on Oct 20—community tips led to his capture on Nov 17.

Comet remains in the hospital with porcupine quills, lung damage, and severe weight loss, and his family is raising funds for his care.

Gate City Casino celebrated the opening of its new Aristocrat Lounge—adding video lottery terminals to its gaming floor at 55 Northeastern Boulevard.

Fred Kocher interviewed James Reidy of the Labor and Employment Group to explain how free speech is changing workplace rules and outside interactions.

The discussion highlights how employee rights and employer policies may shift soon—prompting businesses to reexamine their standards.

Sullivan Tire and Auto Service opened a new distribution center in Merrimack— the development aims to support local logistics and business needs.

With the U.S. Mint ending penny production, local businesses and charities are already adjusting to cash rounding—Manchester Dairy Queen is not charging extra during transactions while collectors are watching for rare coins.

Coin dealers report that collectors are bringing in pennies, especially ones minted before 1930, as interest in the phase-out grows.

NHFPI has debunked five myths about New Hampshire by showing most new residents are under 45 and most home buyers are locals—state funds come mainly from local taxes and federal support rather than liquor, lottery or tobacco sales.

The report also notes that while the economy is strong, it is not growing faster than that of other New England states and young families face high housing and childcare costs.

Benjamin Beans, known as Beanie, is a resilient cat with special needs available for adoption from Spicy Cats in Exeter—he remains active and friendly despite a spinal injury and incontinence that requires simple training for new owners.

Today, developers, federal, state, and local officials broke ground at the former Mohawk Tannery site along the Nashua River to begin cleanup that will use a massive concrete secant wall to contain over 90,000 cubic yards of contaminated soil—this project will make way for a planned 230-unit rental complex and 316-unit condominium development that will add more than 500 new residences over 6—8 years.

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.