The sharpest division centered on pay for “unaffiliated” city employees — nonunion staff whose salaries were the subject of a classification and compensation study and unanimously approved ordinance last year.
"This event is important because it really demonstrates the power of United Way. It connects people. It harnesses resources, and it lifts nonprofits across the state that are doing essential services to make our communities strong," Reimer said.
Pappas said his approach doesn’t change from Manchester to Nashua or any other community in the state. He described himself as attentive to local needs and “rooted in our Main Street economy as a small business owner” who wants to “deliver for
“It was so moving to see families and groups of friends spread out on the grass and picnic tables, lingering longer, playing yard games and enjoying the music. The sense of connection was truly unforgettable. Thank you to everyone who helped make this day so special in Nashua.”
The facility was funded by a $9.2 million Department of Defense grant because the station provides emergency services to the New Boston Space Force Station. The new station has been operational since January.
Hassan said the United States is now operating from a diminished strategic position of its own making. She called the conflict with Iran an “unnecessary war,” arguing that Trump bypassed Congress – and, by extension, the American people – before taking military action.
"Juneteenth is for families. It's about the freedom, the gathering, the happiness, the communication, and it's for every family in Nashua — our Black community with every other family," Abud said. "Today we share with everybody that we are free, that we can be ourselves."
“The Nutrition Pantry Program, or NPP, is a program that works with pantries to be more client-informed in their practices, more nutrition-focused and to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone,” Felder said.
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”
“What we’re trying to do is just show people that almost everything we do here is accessible and easy for people to get started in, or at least determine if it’s something they could be interested in — like the glass studios in the basement, the ceramic studios and so on,” he said.
It was an all-hands-on-deck day for the Division of Public Works. In addition to Parks and Recreation staff who manage events like this, staff from each department in public works greeted residents, handed out goodies to kids and explained their roles in keeping the city operating
“Government of, by and for the people — this is why I got into this work,” Goodlander said. “I’ve taken many oaths throughout my life — in the Navy, when I went to the Justice Department, and 525 days ago when I swore an oath and became New Hampshire’s congresswoman.
More than 400 students received their diplomas at the 2026 Nashua High School South graduation ceremony on Tuesday. Thousands of family members and friends filled the stands at Stellos Stadium and lined the field to witness the occasion.
“New Hampshire is going to be about us, our people, and what we do together,” she told club members, thanking them for their service and calling it a privilege to serve as governor.
CONCORD, N.H. – Last Thursday was the final voting day of the New Hampshire Legislature’s 2026 session. For three Nashua state representatives, the final floor session marked significant milestones in their State House careers. Rep. Sue Newman has represented the Hillsborough 4 district since 2016. In 2018, her husband,
“This is a budget that basically maintains current level of services,” Donchess said, arguing that far deeper cuts would require laying off large numbers of police officers, firefighters, teachers and other staff. The Board of Aldermen’s budget committee will now review the proposal.
