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Nashua
Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Nashua. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local nonprofits call for volunteers to support veterans, food banks and shelters, as well as animal rescue efforts across the area. Residents can select a cause (such as helping at food banks or animal rescue) to lend a hand to neighbors in need. Granite Post
- ➤ The New Hampshire Coalition to End Homelessness released a report showing an 8% drop in the homeless population from 2023 to 2024 — outdoor counts in late January nearly quadrupled since 2019, and the report recommends more support for exiting homelessness, better data, and improved affordable housing. WMUR
- ➤ Donations poured in for the Spirit of Giving Toy Drive at WMUR studios until 8:00 p.m. yesterday; families, local companies, and volunteers (from Londonderry High School) helped support the annual Toys for Tots event. WMUR
- ➤ New Hampshire State Police troopers delivered dozens of toy donations on Friday during the Spirit of Giving Toy Drive. The drive — featuring collection spots and weekend events — supports volunteer students from Londonderry High school as they count and sort the toys for the warehouse. WMUR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Hampshire’s Executive Council approved a contract on Wednesday to extend the "Get the Lead Out of Drinking Water" program, making $337553 available through Sept. 2026 to help child care centers replace faucets, pipes, and install filters if tests show high lead levels. New Hampshire Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Starting Jan. 1, NH Medicaid will stop covering GLP-1 drugs such as Wegovy and Zepbound for weight loss; Gov. Ayotte said the change will redirect funds to patients with pre-existing conditions while health advocates warn it may increase long-term costs. New Hampshire Bulletin
- ➤ State safety officials reminded residents to clear snow off vehicles and check that carbon monoxide and fire detectors work properly this winter at a safety conference in Concord on Friday (a precaution following last winter's incidents) to reduce hazards on roads and at home. WMUR
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Tiny homes are being considered as an affordable housing solution in Nashua as local developers and officials review plans to revive this American tradition (a cost-effective living option). New Hampshire Union Leader
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Southern New Hampshire University men’s soccer team will host Gannon University in the NCAA tournament today at 3 p.m. at the Mark A. Ouellette Stadium in Hooksett after defeating University of Charleston (the No. 1 ranked team in Division II). WMUR
- ➤ Franklin Pierce University’s women’s hockey team won a shootout victory over rival Saint Anselm 4 to 3 on Dec. 4 in Manchester. Carly Murray scored early, Brooklynn Schneiderhan reached her 100th goal, and Abigail Brose netted the winner as the Ravens extended their streak to seven games. WMUR
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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.
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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.
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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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Holiday & Pet Resin Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Spyglass Brewing Company — All supplies included — Create personalized resin art while enjoying a festive atmosphere.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It's not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.
~ Edmund Hillary
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