Nashua Hydro Project Clears Eco Hurdle with Public Invite
Published Date: 8/19/2025
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Summary
The City of Nashua wants to keep running its Mine Falls Hydroelectric Project on the Nashua River, and the government just finished checking how it might affect the environment. They found it won’t cause big problems if certain protections are followed. People have 30 days to read the report and share their thoughts online or by mail—so get ready to weigh in!
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