NASHUA – Community members from all walks of life and career fields on Wednesday gathered at the Nashua Country Club for another round of The Telegraph’s annual Best of Greater Nashua awards banquet.

From best burger, to the best insurance agency, and almost everything in between, awards were presented in more than 160 categories, with some businesses receiving multiple honors. Although not every winner could attend Wednesday’s celebration, those who were in attendance beamed smiles as they watched others accept their awards.

Just after the sun had set Wednesday evening, people began to filter into a function hall at the country club for an hour of light conversation and cocktails. After a bit of mingling with members of the Greater Nashua community, attendees made their way to their seats for dinner. As folks finished up, and grabbed a bit of dessert, names began echoing through the room as the first winners were announced.

Vice President of Gate City Collision B.J. Piekarski spoke on behalf of the business. He said winning the Best Auto Body Shop award adds some recognition to the brand, while also recognizing the importance of the local community.

“This is our eighth year in a row that we’ve won it,” Piekarski said. “I’ve always taken great pride in it and it is all about the employees and what we do with the community.”

The awards ceremony was facilitated by The Telegraph’s own Editor in Chief Matt Burdette with some assistance in passing out plaques by Advertising Director Lynda Vallatini. Each award recipient called out was quickly followed by a roaring applause from those seated at tables. Piekarski said believes the event was great.

Moreover, Davis Funeral Home won Best Funeral Home and owner Robert McIntosh said he and his employees are glad to be chosen, and certainly appreciate the recognition.

“It was an honor for the community to select us as Nashua’s best, and we’re just building upon what Norman Hall’s built over the past few decades,” McIntosh said.

Hall died in August after a lengthy battle with bladder cancer at 71. He was the former owner of the funeral home. McIntosh said he and his staff members just want to continue with that tradition of helping the families who entrust their loved one with them.

Also, Mark and Rita McCabe of the Sub Zero Ice Cream and Yogurt franchise in Nashua proudly accepted their plaque for Best Frozen Yogurt. They said they are fortunate to win three years running. They display their awards on social media, while placing their plaques up in the store.

“We enjoy coming to this every year,” Rita said. “It’s always nice to be able to get a little recognition for all your hard work and effort.”

Adam Urquhart may be contacted at 594-1206, or at aurquhart@nashuatelegraph.com.

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