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Hi Nashua, hope you’re having a great weekend! In today's in-case-you-missed-it edition: Mental health services reopening, a record charity donation, and Seth Meyers + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.
Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
01 — Worth knowing Most popular stories this weekThe three top stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Services coming back together: Greater Nashua Mental Health will reopen at a new site, bringing services under one roof after February’s gas explosion destroyed its building, a step toward restoring stability and continuity -- read the full story.
Record charitable milestone: The Nash in Nashua set a state record, donating $2.4 million in one month to a dozen New Hampshire nonprofits under the state’s rotating charity casino model -- read the full story.
Leaders praise public safety: New Hampshire was named the nation’s safest state by U.S. News & World Report, and leaders credited first responders, including Hillsborough County Sheriff Brian Newcomb and union president Brian Ryll -- see New Hampshire's ranking.
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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03 — On our radar
This week's top findsLocal spotlights your fellow readers loved last week.
Craving a cookie moment? Nashua, if your afternoon needs a little joy, Maggie's Munchies delivers fresh-baked bliss in every bite. Big, chewy cookies that feel like a warm hug, plus that friendly, smile-at-the-counter energy. Treat yourself this week, because laundry can wait and crumbs are temporary.
Your next rainy day escape: Skip the algorithm and wander real shelves at Balin Books, where staff picks, lively book clubs, and a surprisingly deep kids’ corner make finding your next read actually fun. Perfect for a quick pop-in after errands or a slow browse that turns into "just one more chapter" energy.
Sip with a purpose: For a midweek pick-me-up that does more than wake you up, Bonhoeffer's Cafe & Espresso roasts its own direct-trade beans and turns out legit crêpes, waffles, and breakfast sandwiches. Your latte helps fund Hope and Life for Kids and local orgs, so the sugar high comes with good karma.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Once your car passes 50,000 miles, the odds of a big repair climb fast: That's usually right when your factory coverage starts running out. Engine, transmission, electrical, they fail on their own timeline, and the bills run into the thousands. An extended warranty covers them before they hit. You receive a free year of Elite Benefits, plus 30 days to change your mind. *$300 off right now → |
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05 — The event calendar Sneak peek at next weekPlan ahead for the next seven days. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎉 Nashua Grand Opening Event @ Optima Dermatology | Tuesday (8/4) at 4:00 PM – A new practice is cutting the ribbon with the Greater Nashua Chamber on Daniel Webster Highway, serving up tours, snacks, and neighborhood bragging rights. Meet Dr. Christopher Mancuso and the team, poke around the shiny digs, and try your luck with raffles and giveaways.
👮 Nashua Police Night Out @ Greeley Park | Tuesday (8/4) at 5:00 PM – Skip the true crime reruns and swing by Nashua Police Night Out, a low-key meet-and-greet with the folks who actually patrol your street. Peek inside cruisers, wave at K-9s, and let the kids snag stickers while you trade neighborhood lore, questions, and laughs.
👮 Dave, Leon and Wally @ Friends of the Library of Hudson | Tuesday (8/4) at 5:00 PM – National Night Out brings food trucks, lawn games, a climbing wall, water balloon fights, touch-a-truck fun, and a dunk tank to Rodgers Memorial Library, plus Dave, Leon, and Wally. Kids run wild, adults catch up, parking is at Alvirne, and someone you know gets soaked.
🏓 Cardio Pickleball 7/29 @ Merrimack Parks and Recreation | Wednesday (8/5) at 4:30 PM – Cardio Pickleball is taking over the Wasserman Park courts with nonstop rallies, quick feeds, and King of the Court bragging rights. It is a four-week Wednesday workout, so bring water, your paddle, and cooperative knees, or snag a loaner from Parks and Rec in advance.
🎨 Gelatin Plate Printmaking - Summer Botanicals @ Hollis Artspace | Thursday (8/6) at 10:00 AM – Trade your inbox for ink at a gelatin plate printmaking workshop where summer botanicals do the heavy lifting. Learn layering, color pairings, and leave with a stack of frame-worthy prints, plus a matboard frame for your favorite. No experience, just curiosity.
🎶 Summer Music @ Riverwalk Pavilion | Saturday (8/8) at 7:30 PM – Grab your lawn chair and wander down to the Riverwalk for the Mike Stockbridge Quartet, serving up jazz the way summer intended. Expect cool grooves, thoughtful solos, an easy river breeze, plus people watching and a reminder not every night out needs a wristband.
🏠 Tours and Scavenger Hunts @ Florence H. Speare Memorial Museum | Sunday (8/9) at 1:00 PM – Consider this your low-stress history fix, the Abbot-Spalding House opens up with guided tours, scavenger hunts, and a 1940s collection that might look like your Nana's attic. Open to all, free for NHS members and military families, $10 otherwise, plus a $12 card fee.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Nashua report Weather forecastToday — High: 86°F — Low: 65°F — Precip: 4%
Partly sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: A chance of rain showers between midnight and 2am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. South wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 81°F — Low: 62°F — Precip: 82%
Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. West wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Most popular house this weekThis rare Sky Meadow penthouse rises above it all with two stories of glassy, sunlit living and sweeping views from the Boston skyline to Monadnock. Vaulted ceilings, a gas fireplace, and wraparound windows set the tone downstairs, while upstairs brings a private primary suite, rooftop deck, sauna, whirlpool tub, and custom walk-in closet.
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