Fequently Asked Questions

The Nashua Independent is a locally focused digital news publication dedicated to accurate, fair, and community-centered reporting. We cover municipal government, local businesses, community issues, events and stories that matter to residents of Nashua and surrounding towns.

You can reach us via email at news@nashuaindependent.com or through our website contact form. We welcome tips, feedback, and questions from the community.

We prioritize accuracy, fairness, independence, and accountability. Our reporting follows established journalistic standards, including verification of sources, clear attribution, and separation of news and opinion.

We may publish clearly labeled letters-to-the editor, opinion, analysis, or commentary pieces. These are distinct from news reporting and are edited for clarity, fairness, and relevance.

Yes. The NASHUA INDEPENDENT accepts press releases from local businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, and community organizations. Submitted materials may be edited for clarity, accuracy, and style, or used as the basis for reported stories. Submission does not guarantee publication.

We welcome story ideas from our subscriber community. Send submissions to news@nashuaindependent.com with a clear subject line (e.g., “Press Release: [Topic]”). Include contact information and any relevant supporting materials.

We prioritize:

• Local government and civic issues
• Community impact stories and events
• Local business and nonprofit activity
• Public safety and infrastructure notices
• Human-centered feature stories

Yes. We offer sponsorship and advertising opportunities designed to support local businesses while maintaining editorial independence. Any paid or sponsored content is clearly labeled to distinguish it from editorial coverage.

We may use AI tools to assist with spelling, grammar, research, transcription, organization, and workflow efficiency. However, all published content is reviewed and edited by a human editor.

We do not publish fully automated or unverified AI-generated stories. Human oversight is required for all content. As the technology advances we will explore new uses like other media outlets to enhance our news reporting.

We verify all facts independently and do not rely on AI-generated information without confirmation from credible sources.

When AI plays a meaningful role in content creation beyond basic assistance, we aim to disclose its use transparently. All human created photography and video will be credited and all AI generated images will be clerly labeled as such.

Support us by becoming a paid subscriber and encourage others to do the same. We are a reader supported publication. You can also support us by reading, sharing our stories, subscribing to updates, following us on social media and supporting our sponsors.

Yes. We encourage the NASHUA INDEPENDENT community members to share story ideas, tips, and concerns. Email tips to news@nashuaindependent.com

We aim to cover important breaking news occurring in Grater Nashua when it directly impacts the community, with a focus on accuracy over speed.

Independence is in our name and a core value of this publication. Editorial decisions are made independently of advertising or sponsorship relationships.

We disclose relevant conflicts when necessary and will avoid coverage that could compromise our independence.

In public spaces where there is no expectation of privacy, journalists generally have the right to photograph and report. However, we strive to act respectfully and ethically in all interactions.

We approach sensitive topics with care, accuracy, and respect for those involved, especially in cases involving trauma or private individuals.