At Nashua Community College, Goodlander links childcare to workforce needs
The shortage of both childcare slots and qualified teachers that is forcing many parents — especially women — out of the workforce. She said childcare in New Hampshire now rivals college tuition in cost, leaving families to make “the most painful choices imaginable”
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Nashua Soup Kitchen Gears Up to Send 1,900+ Backpacks to Students in Need
The book bag program was launched in 1995 by longtime staff member Eileen Brady, making this the 31st year the Soup Kitchen has outfitted local students for the start of the new school year. What began as a modest school-supply drive has grown into one of the organization's largest efforts.
New Drone Pilot Training program to debut this fall at NCC
“Students who take this course will learn the knowledge test topics areas needed to pass the ‘Unmanned Aircraft General- Small UAG’ Test needed to get their FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (AKA Drone License).”
Nashua Goes Back to School set for Aug. 19 at Holman Stadium
Come and meet your principal, receive a bag of school supplies and then visit with over 40 community organizations who provide programs and services for students and families.
Nashua Center for Lifelong Learning celebrates summer graduates at Nashua North
“The graduates are a unique group; they are both younger than traditional graduates and older than traditional graduates,” said Jacalyn Lesser, director of adult education for the Nashua Center for Lifelong Learning.
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The Downtown Lowdown - August 13 to August 19
We’ll have fantastic vendors for you to shop at the Nashua Farmers Market on Sunday from 10am to 1pm, also at Renaissance Park. Here too you’ll be treated to live music from Rockin’ Ed Thomas and Moosi Music
Garden Snacks & Lawn Care Chores
Weather conditions have been a bit mixed this week, except for the humidity! It always seems to be humid. I’ve been enjoying my early morning and evening strolls in the gardens–with the shop dogs loping by my side.
GOP Candidates Spotlight Affordability, Immigration at Nashua Forum
Senate candidate Scott Brown, a former U.S. senator from Massachusetts and former ambassador to New Zealand, appeared alongside 2nd District congressional candidates Lily Tang Williams and Victor Orlando. The forum format allowed audience and online questions.
NH Veteran Stand Down Returns Sep 18
Stand Down brings veteran-serving organizations, government agencies, community and non-profit groups, and businesses together in one location, making it easier for veterans and their families to find the help they need.