Rick Cohen, grocery magnate: The richest NH guy you’ve never heard of
read more…: Rick Cohen, grocery magnate: The richest NH guy you’ve never heard ofHow did Rick Cohen become the richest guy in NH? Read on.
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STEAM Ahead NH initiative featured in WSJ
read more…: STEAM Ahead NH initiative featured in WSJThrough this unique partnership between the high school and its partnership with Manchester Community College, the University System of New Hampshire and Southern New Hampshire University, high school students will be provided the opportunity to earn up to a full-year of college credits while they are in high school at no costs.
Gov. Hassan kicks off 12th annual manufacturing week summit
read more…: Gov. Hassan kicks off 12th annual manufacturing week summitPresented by the Business and Industry Association, the New Hampshire High Technology Council, the New Hampshire Manufacturing Extension Partnership, and the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development, the Advanced Manufacturing and High Technology Summit brings together businesses, educational institutions, local economic development officials and other manufacturing experts for workshops and networking opportunities aimed at sharing best practices in order to help the industry continue to grow and create jobs.
City: Expect lots of traffic and fun for circus, parade, road races and block party
read more…: City: Expect lots of traffic and fun for circus, parade, road races and block partyCity expects heavy traffic and visitors flock to Manchester NH for full weekend of fun events.
Sandler on Netflix movie deal: ‘Because Netflix rhymes with wet chicks’
read more…: Sandler on Netflix movie deal: ‘Because Netflix rhymes with wet chicks’According to an announcement posted Oct. 2 on the Netflix public relations site, Sandler’s Happy Madison Productions will work with Netflix to develop four films and premiere them exclusively to members.
Police seek to identify dead body found on Chestnut Street
read more…: Police seek to identify dead body found on Chestnut StreetManchester NH Police detectives do not believe foul play was a factor in the death of the man, but they seek the public’s help in identifying him.
Commuter Alert: Road work on Hackett Hill Road Oct. 2-3
read more…: Commuter Alert: Road work on Hackett Hill Road Oct. 2-3Highway crews will be working on Hackett Hill Road October 2-3. Hackett Hill Road will be reduced to one lane in the vicinity of the Manchester Fire Station/I-293 overpass.
Calling all costume hoarders: New and used costumes wanted for Kids Cafe
read more…: Calling all costume hoarders: New and used costumes wanted for Kids CafeSome of the Manchester NH school district’s elementary schools have helped collect costume donations in the past. If you would like to get your school involved, or have costumes to donate, please contact Christine at cptelge@yahoo.com.
Man charged in robbery attempt thwarted by hammer-wielding clerk
read more…: Man charged in robbery attempt thwarted by hammer-wielding clerkAt about 11 a.m. Manchester Police responded to the 99 Cent and Cigarette Mart, 352 Kelley Street, for a report of an attempted armed robbery. The clerk, Qaisar Anwar, stated an unknown assailant entered the store and demanded money, armed with a small handgun. Anwar told police he picked up a hammer from beneath the counter and chased the suspect from the store.
Police work 101: Of weighty tool belts, and “deadly force” situations
read more…: Police work 101: Of weighty tool belts, and “deadly force” situationsOver the next eight weeks, scheduled sessions will include more in-depth explanations of how the communications department works, cyber crime and juvenile law, the mounted patrol and K-9 units, crime prevention, CSI Manchester and the SWAT team.