We must ‘learn through our differences’: Nashua Area Interfaith Council holds post-election vigil at City Hall

read more…: We must ‘learn through our differences’: Nashua Area Interfaith Council holds post-election vigil at City Hall

Rabbi Jon Spira-Savett, of Temple Beth Abraham in Nashua led the gathering of local clergy and about a dozen citizens in attendance. He began by saying, “We are here in front of this local center of our democracy that belongs to all of us. We’re here together on our main street on a peaceful day after an election day at an inclusive time.”

Election Day Snapshots in Nashua: Same-day registration may turn out to be the wild card

read more…: Election Day Snapshots in Nashua: Same-day registration may turn out to be the wild card

After all the ads, text messages, rallies, and knocks on the door Nashua residents finally are heading to their local Wards to cast their vote. With interest in this election so high turnout is expected to be at record high levels. The crowds so far have been amiable and there is no sign of the levels of animosity that have plagued some campaigns.

Former President Bill Clinton campaigns in Nashua

read more…: Former President Bill Clinton campaigns in Nashua

Clinton has a long history with Granite State and New Hampshire’s democratic party establishment.  His 1992 NH Primary race earned him the “Comeback Kid” nickname and began decades-long friendships. US  Senator Jeanne Shaheen and her husband Billie are two friends in attendance.  The Senator kicked off the slate of speeches.

“This may be the most important election of our lifetime. You know, we say that every election. But I think this year, it really is true. Because we have a choice between two very different ideas for the future of America in this election.” said Shaheen.

The third time is a charm as the Yankee Flyer mural gets a new home in Nashua City Hall

read more…: The third time is a charm as the Yankee Flyer mural gets a new home in Nashua City Hall

Famed Nashua Artist James Aponovich’s mural of the Yankee Flyer Diner has found a new home on the wall of the City Halls auditorium. Originally painted in 1997, it was restored once in 2015.  After years of outdoor exposure, the mural was removed from its original location last fall and brought to the dance studio in the basement of 14 Court Street for another restoration.  The third time is a charm.

A ceremony was held to re-dedicate the installation on the walls of the city hall auditorium.  Mayor Jim Donchess presided over the dedication ceremony.

As Comcast subscribers pull the plug, revenue for Nashua’s PEG channels drops

read more…: As Comcast subscribers pull the plug, revenue for Nashua’s PEG channels drops

Nashua’s Public, Educational, and Government (PEG) access channels provide a steady stream of information and programming via cable and online 24/7. Residents can watch high school sports and city hall meetings, get localized weather reports, and find notices of events around the city. This information and entertainment may be free to consume but requires money to produce.

The revenue stream that has supported the stations is shrinking and the financial viability of the stations is in jeopardy.  Changing consumer behavior nationally is hitting us locally.

Breaking bread together: Dinner gathering celebrates changing face of New Hampshire politics

read more…: Breaking bread together: Dinner gathering celebrates changing face of New Hampshire politics

“This, when you look at who’s on our ballot, up and down the ballot, it should be a moment of celebration when you see the diversity of people and the empowerment this is going to make. When you look at the top of the ticket, and you just keep going down and down, and there’s all these phenomenal people that those of us who grew up in New Hampshire couldn’t even fathom 50 years ago, 40 years ago, said Buckley “So every election is a turning point. Every election is going to make a difference. But this one is particularly important because there’s been a lot of bad stuff happening in Concord and in Washington.  And we have the ability to put the brakes on it completely.”

Coffee, housing, property values, and economic development were all on the menu for Java with Jim

read more…: Coffee, housing, property values, and economic development were all on the menu for Java with Jim

The sound of jackhammers working on the Factory Street paving project provided background noise for the meeting while crews were removing the Jersey barriers on Main Street.  That activity was a perfect lead into the conversation with the Mayor.