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Company offers ride home for partygoers
Local
Thursday March 11, 2010
NASHUA – Almost everyone has had that moment – the one when one cordial turns to two, slips into three, and before you know it, you’re singing “Sweet Caroline,” complete with the ba-ba-da’s, full voice in the middle of a crowded bar. This is a sure sign that someone needs to take away the keys to your car, but too often, the one-hit wonder is contemplating driving home on their own.
Revisit Nashua history at fair
Local
Thursday March 11, 2010
NASHUA – History buffs, rejoice. The Nashua Public Library will host a Local History Fair from 1-4:30 p.
Local
Monday March 8, 2010
NASHUA – Preparations are under way as the PLUS Co.’s Wild Irish Breakfast celebrates its 19th year.
Local
Monday March 8, 2010
NASHUA – Laurie Dufault has accepted the position of director of development and public relations at the Humane Society for Greater Nashua. Dufault comes to HSFN from Home Health and Hospice Care, where she was the manager of community information and public relations, a position she held for 13 years.
Sean and Tulio share a solid friendship
Local
Monday March 1, 2010
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Following is the Match of the Month submitted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Nashua. Tulio and Sean have been matched for two years in the after-school program at Dr.
“Dad’s Night Out: Fathers & Sons” workshop offered
Local
Wednesday February 24, 2010
NASHUA – The relationship between fathers and sons is unique…it changes from adoration as a youngster to competition as an adolescent. How can men adjust to the challenges that boys present?
New board members join humane society
Local
Monday February 22, 2010
NASHUA – Kathy Nelson and Mark Piekarski have been named to the board of directors at the Humane Society for Greater Nashua. Nelson is the executive director and founder of The World Schools, which incorporates Small World Country Day School and World Elementary.
Local
Monday February 22, 2010
NASHUA – Aynsley Place, one of four Courville Communities, is offering a new service open to the general public. The Adult Day Program is designed to provide support to frail, physically or cognitively impaired adults and is available in half- and full-day rates.
Nashua Chamber Orchestra and Nashua High School South work together
Local
Thursday February 18, 2010
NASHUA – Sophia Santerre, choral director of the Nashua High School South, knows she has set her sights somewhat higher than usual. On March 6, the choir will be collaborating with the Nashua Chamber Orchestra, performing Gabriel Faure’s “Requiem in D Minor, Op.
New bishop joins Nashua church
Local
Thursday February 18, 2010
NASHUA – A 36-year-old father of five is the new Mormon bishop in Nashua. Jeremy D.
Military
Sunday February 21, 2010
PFC Eric J. LaVigne of Nashua, NH graduated from Marine Corps basic training at Parris Island on November 13, 2009.
Nashua loses longtime businessman, Greatest Generation veteran
Military
Monday January 11, 2010
Last week, we lost another 1,000 to 1,500 of our veterans from the Greatest Generation. One of those who died was Bernie Pastor, of Nashua, a great humanitarian, businessman, charity organizer and athlete.
Military
Monday December 14, 2009
NASHUA – Suzanne Delaney, of Nashua, has accepted promotion to lieutenant commander in the U.S.
Reunions
Thursday October 8, 2009
Nashua High School Class of 1999 will celebrate its 10th class reunion Nov. 27 at Martha’s Exchange on Main Street in Nashua.
Reunions
Thursday October 8, 2009
Nashua High School class of 1989 will celebrate its 20th reunion with a dinner and dance Saturday, Nov. 28, from 5-11 p.
Reunions
Thursday October 8, 2009
Alvirne class of 1959 Alvirne High School class of 1959 will celebrate its 50th class reunion Sept. 18-20.
Reunions
Thursday October 8, 2009
Wilton class of 1979 The Wilton High School class of 1979 will hold its 30-year reunion at the VFW in Milford on Saturday, Sept. 12, at 1 p.
Reunions
Thursday October 8, 2009
Alvirne class of 1954 Alvirne High School class of 1954 will celebrate its 55th reunion Sept. 12 at Valentino’s Restaurant in Hudson.
Youth-Education
Saturday March 6, 2010
Read Across America kicked off at White Wing School in Nashua this morning, with a celebration of the 106th birthday of Dr. Suess.
“Circle of Parents™” parent support group schedule announced
Youth-Education
Wednesday February 24, 2010
NASHUA – The “Circle of Parents™” parent support group will meet every other week in March beginning March 9. This on-going parent discussion group offers support and educational resources for parents having children of any age.
“Supercharge Your Child’s Learning” workshop offered
Youth-Education
Wednesday February 24, 2010
NASHUA – Every day offers your child the chance to learn something new. Learning can be fun when you make the connection at home to real-life situations.
Encouraging Young Child to Read at Home Workshop Offered
Youth-Education
Wednesday February 24, 2010
NASHUA – Babies and toddlers who are exposed to books can increase their interest and skill levels. Find out how you can help your child build their reading skills at a special free workshop offered on Tuesday, March 16 by the Family Resource Center of Greater Nashua.
“Helping Your Child Build a Healthy Brain” workshop offered
Youth-Education
Wednesday February 24, 2010
NASHUA – Discover what is known about brain development in children from conception through age six and how it affects your child at a free workshop presented by the Family Resource Center of Greater Nashua. This interactive workshop will teach the five things you can do to improve your child’s brain development as well as the importance of positive relationships on a child’s early brain development.
Night of recognition a nod to woman’s service
Clubs
Saturday March 6, 2010
NASHUA – Jacqueline Hynes, of Windham, received the Granite Award on Feb. 20 at a reception at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.
Elks lodge hosting area spelling bee
Clubs
Monday March 1, 2010
NASHUA – The 57th annual Greater Nashua Regional Spelling Bee will be hosted by the Nashua Lodge of Elks No. 720 and will be held in its lodge rooms at 120 Daniel Webster Highway South at 1 p.
Rotary clubs try to make a difference in Honduras
Clubs
Friday February 26, 2010
NASHUA – An ambulance donated by the Rockingham Ambulance and repaired by Nashua’s Mike Dube, owner of H. Daw Service Station, is ready to be shipped to Honduras, thanks to Amigos De Honduras, a volunteer effort of Rotary clubs from southern New Hampshire and southern Vermont.
“Ultimate Play Date” schedule announced
Clubs
Friday February 26, 2010
NASHUA – Parents of children age birth to five are invited to get out of the house and connect with other parents at the Ultimate Free Play Date” program offered by the Family Resource Center of Greater Nashua at the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua. The program, which offers young children the opportunity learn socialization skills, have fun and make friends also serves as a bonding experience between parent and child and serves as an ideal way for parents to reduce stress, share experiences and develop resources to enrich the parenting experience.
Rotary Club created for day workers
Clubs
Thursday February 18, 2010
MILFORD – The second organizational meeting for a new Rotary Club, designed for people able to meet after work, was held at Elisha’s Restaurant in Milford on Feb. 9.
Mission: Bring a little joy to someone’s life
Columnist
Monday March 8, 2010
A week ago, a group of 13 from Nashua Christian Academy returned after a nine-day mission trip to Cochambamba, Bolivia, travel-weary but relieved to be back home. They were exhausted after spending most of their February vacation working with an organization called the International Orphan Union.
Latino Club brings students together at Nashua North
Columnist
Sunday February 21, 2010
The Latino population is a key chromosome in the DNA makeup of the student body at Nashua High School North. Walking through the halls in between classes, the presence of this group can be observed through the use of languages other than English.
Empty Bowls proves to be fulfilling event
Columnist
Sunday February 21, 2010
Nashua High School South held its 15th annual Empty Bowls on Wednesday, an event that benefits the Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter. “I remember going to an Empty Bowls event in the little basement of this church and thinking, ‘This is a great idea.
Nashua South group heading to Mississippi to help Habitat for Humanity
Columnist
Sunday February 14, 2010
This isn’t going to be the average February vacation for 22 Nashua High School South students. On Sunday, Feb.
Nashua North students, faculty participate in town hall-style meeting with Obama
Columnist
Sunday February 7, 2010
Last week was one of the most exciting in Nashua High School North history. The buzz created by President Barack Obama’s visit swept through not only the student body, but also the greater community.
Grassroots Census campaign visits Nashua
Local
Friday March 12, 2010
NASHUA – Kelli Griffith and Pete McDermott get plenty of questions about their ride: an electric blue cargo van that hauls a matching 14-foot trailer plastered with faces arranged in the shape of the United States. The most common, Griffith said, is “ ‘Do you sleep in it?
Local
Friday March 12, 2010
NASHUA – Halfway through a series on public-input meetings on the aldermen’s goal-setting initiative, some themes have starting to emerge. People want to see the city give more attention to the downtown, attract more jobs, create an arts venue, build the Broad Street Parkway and acquire Pennichuck Water Works.
Local
Thursday March 11, 2010
The Honor Roll published in Making The Grade on March 9 was incomplete. Addrian Chan, grade 7, qualified for the Presidents List at Nashua Catholic Regional Junior High School.
Man pleads not guilty in stabbing death
Local
Wednesday March 10, 2010
NASHUA – A bail hearing was continued Tuesday at Hillsborough County Superior Court in Nashua for a Merrimack man charged with second- degree murder in connection with a fatal stabbing from October. Corey Furgal, 24, of 16 Bel Air Ave.
Local
Wednesday March 10, 2010
NASHUA – A piece of city history began to disappear brick by brick Monday, as demolition began turning the 110-year-old Labine Building into recycled bricks and wood chips. No one was injured in the five-alarm fire Feb.
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