NH town wants to reopen old zoo as picnic area

The property has fallen into deep disrepair since the zoo closed in 1987. In January, the town bought the land from the state for $188,000, and now plans to spend $140,000 to renovate three historic buildings and other structures on the 165-acre site.

The Nashua Telegraph says the town must commit to spending the money by June 30 or return it to the general fund. Earlier this week, selectmen reviewed contractors' bids to repair the roofs of six buildings and will decide soon on the scope of the work.

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Information from: The Telegraph, http://www.nashuatelegraph.com