Ward 11 mayoral town hall covers parking, housing and more

read more…: Ward 11 mayoral town hall covers parking, housing and more

Snow postponed Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais’ Ward 11 town hall meeting this month, moving the conversation to Wednesday night at Gossler Park Elementary School. Here’s a recap of what was discussed.

School Board recommends $246 million FY’ 26 budget

read more…: School Board recommends $246 million FY’ 26 budget

Due to a rescheduled Planning Board meeting, the Manchester Board of School Committee met at the Manchester School District offices on Thursday night. There, they recommended a proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Manchester School District budget of $246,050,206.

Hassan joins police chief for update on fentanyl fighting efforts

read more…: Hassan joins police chief for update on fentanyl fighting efforts

U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Manchester Police Department Chief Peter Marr joined with several law enforcement officials across New England on Tuesday morning to discuss strategies toward tackling the issue of fentanyl analogue distribution.

Chmiel, on school district budget: ‘We don’t know what we don’t know; we’re developing a backup plan, and a backup to the backup plan’

read more…: Chmiel, on school district budget: ‘We don’t know what we don’t know; we’re developing a backup plan, and a backup to the backup plan’

As the Manchester School District’s leadership prepares its proposed budget for the 2026 Fiscal Year, Manchester School District Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Chmiel feels ready that plans are in place to help the district meet its financial needs whatever may arise.

School Board subcommittee advances policy modification aimed at facilitating competency-based grading

read more…: School Board subcommittee advances policy modification aimed at facilitating competency-based grading

The Manchester School District has long sought to move toward a competency-based grading system for its students. One proposed policy change discussed at last week’s Manchester Board of School Committee Teaching and Learning Committee could help move the district one step closer toward that goal.

Fresh Choice Manchester program looks to bring fresh produce to underserved neighborhoods

read more…: Fresh Choice Manchester program looks to bring fresh produce to underserved neighborhoods

Not every Queen City resident can readily access fresh fruits and vegetables, a challenge that has a direct impact on their health. However, the Manchester Health Department’s Fresh Choice Manchester Program looks to address that challenge.

Ruais shares accomplishments and ideas in his second State of the City Address

read more…: Ruais shares accomplishments and ideas in his second State of the City Address

Continuing an annual tradition, Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais shared a recap of his administration’s past year and upcoming plans during Wednesday morning’s Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce State of the City Address.

Aldermanic committee discusses DEI training video

read more…: Aldermanic committee discusses DEI training video

During last week’s Manchester Board of Mayor and Aldermen Committee on Human Resources and Insurance Meeting, Ward 6 Alderman Crissy Kantor expressed concerns regarding a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) video required for new city employees in Manchester.

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