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What's up Nashua! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Nashua man held after alleged gun threat videos sent online
  • Community fundraiser supports Nashua family after fatal Route 101 crash
  • Nashua police seek public's help finding missing 19-year-old resident.

Also on today's calendar: Fall Book Sale and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Pleasant with periods of sun, with a high of 76 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Friday: An afternoon shower or two, temps: high: 82, low: 53.
  • Saturday: Sunshine and not as warm, with a high of 71 and low of 43 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Man From Nashua Accused Of Threatening To Kill A Woman's Family (patch.com) — Nashua readers should know that local police arrested 37-year-old Jonathan Scott Murphy after a woman reported receiving videos and Facebook messages in which he allegedly threatened to shoot and kill her and her family. Officers say one video showed him firing a gun from a vehicle while riding as a passenger, leading to a felony criminal threatening charge and his continued detention as the case moves to Hillsborough County Superior Court South.
   

2. GoFundMe Effort Created For Nashua Man Killed In Crash On Route 101 In Amherst (patch.com) — Nashua residents are rallying around the family of 44-year-old Keith Clegg, a local husband and father killed when another vehicle crossed the centerline and struck his oil truck on Route 101 in Amherst. A GoFundMe organized for his wife Lisa and their children has already raised much of its $22,000 goal to help cover funeral costs, household bills, and counseling needs.
   

3. Nashua Police Searching For Missing Teen; Ask For Public's Help (patch.com) — Nashua police are asking residents to help locate 19-year-old Alexander Cruz, who was reported missing by his family and may still be in the area. He is described as 5-foot-9, about 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, and anyone who may have seen him is urged to call Nashua police or the anonymous tip line rather than approach directly.
   

4. Nashua School District expands policy to cover off-campus cyberbullying (wmur.com) — Nashua families should know that the school district has expanded its bullying policy so cyberbullying between students now counts even when it happens off campus, including at home on weekends. Following new state laws, the Board of Education updated rules so such behavior can trigger school disciplinary action, and must report implementation details to the state by mid-December.
   

5. Top 5 Weekend Events in Greater Nashua - 10/02 (macaronikid.com) — Families in Nashua and nearby towns have several kid-friendly options lined up for this weekend, from pumpkin picking at Begin Family Farm to the free Nashua Multicultural Festival downtown. You'll also find crafts in Milford, free Halloween costumes in Merrimack, and a kids' music program, all happening on Saturday and easy to reach from Nashua.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • A soft spot for kitties —Ginger Read on Patch
  • Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua Dedicates New Entryway Honoring the Dionne Family —Derek Pollacchi Read on Patch
  • I am looking for a new experience.
    Does anybody know of any Afghani or Pakistani food in the area? Preferably within 30 minutes of Nashua. TIA! (Pic to possibly get more responses) (Nextdoor North Nashua)
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    Psalm 143:8 "Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust… (Nextdoor Ashley Place)
  • Whole Foods posted a job opening for Produce Team Member (Clerk, Floor Service) - Full Time in Nashua. Apply here.
  • Savers Value Village posted a job opening for Retail Warehouse & Production Associate in Nashua. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Nashua here.

Ok Nashua! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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