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Crystal Lake public beach remains closed due to elevated E.coli
read more…: Crystal Lake public beach remains closed due to elevated E.coliCrystal Lake remains closed as of Thursday but there are plenty of other options for beating the heat.
Heat advisory is in place, cooling centers prepared for Aug. 4 due to anticipated high temps
read more…: Heat advisory is in place, cooling centers prepared for Aug. 4 due to anticipated high tempsThe National Weather Service, Grey, ME, has issued a Heat Advisory that includes the City of Manchester, effective from 12 – 8 p.m. August 4. Hot and humid conditions are in the forecast, with heat indices in the mid to upper 90s. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible late Thursday afternoon through evening, some of which may become strong.
All swim: Crystal Lake reopens following closure for water testing
read more…: All swim: Crystal Lake reopens following closure for water testingThe Manchester Health Department announced today that the public beach at Crystal Lake has been re-opened for swimming. Analyses of water samples taken on July 13, 2022, indicate that E. coli levels are now within acceptable limits.
Crystal Lake public beach closed due to elevated E.coli levels
read more…: Crystal Lake public beach closed due to elevated E.coli levelsThe Manchester Health Department announced today that the public beach at Crystal Lake is closed to swimming due to elevated levels of E.coli bacteria. The elevated bacteria levels were identified in water samples taken on Monday, July 11, 2022.
Fresh Choice Manchester: Initiative brings fresh foods to neighborhood markets
read more…: Fresh Choice Manchester: Initiative brings fresh foods to neighborhood marketsManchester Health Department initiative supports at-risk neighborhoods to provide locally-sourced fresh fruits and vegetables to areas underserved by grocery stores.
Free weekly pick-up of bagged clothing available for city residents starting July 9
read more…: Free weekly pick-up of bagged clothing available for city residents starting July 9In order to schedule a pick-up of clothing for recycling, the textiles must be clean, bagged, and labeled.
Independence Day 2022 celebration set for July 3 at Arms Park
read more…: Independence Day 2022 celebration set for July 3 at Arms ParkThe City of Manchester, NH will conduct its 2022 Independence Day Celebration at Arms Park on Sunday, July 3, 2022 (rain date Tuesday, July 5). Admission is free.
Application period for round 2 of Community Event and Activation Grant Program opens
read more…: Application period for round 2 of Community Event and Activation Grant Program opensApplicants can apply for up to $10,000 per grant for community-based projects and events that contribute to economic development and tourism and support a vibrant and healthy community. All applicants are required to provide a 25 percent match for each project or event, which can include direct funding, in-kind donations, or volunteer hours.
Summer in the city: Full schedule of movies and concerts in the park
read more…: Summer in the city: Full schedule of movies and concerts in the parkAdditional summer programming at Veterans Park through the city has been announced. In addition to Movies in the Park announced earlier this week Manchester Parks and Recreation will host a Concerts in the Park Summer Series.
Mayor Joyce Craig Announces Earth Day Clean-Ups
read more…: Mayor Joyce Craig Announces Earth Day Clean-UpsMayor Joyce Craig, in conjunction with the Manchester Department of Public Works (DPW) and Manchester School District, is hosting an Earth Day Neighborhood Clean-Up on Saturday, April 23rd.
City-wide snow emergency declared for Friday night; parking hours extended and Gill Stadium is now available
read more…: City-wide snow emergency declared for Friday night; parking hours extended and Gill Stadium is now availableDue to the current Winter Storm Warning and anticipated snowfall the Public Works Director has declared a Snow Emergency that will be in effect from 10 p.m. Friday, February 25, 2022, until 6 a.m. Saturday, February 26, 2022.
Cold-weather resources in place in Manchester for anticipated sub-zero wind chills through Jan. 22
read more…: Cold-weather resources in place in Manchester for anticipated sub-zero wind chills through Jan. 22The National Weather Service, Grey, ME, is forecasting a very cold air mass moving into the region tonight through Sunday, January 22, 2022.
Move your car: Snow emergency declared by public works to clear snow and catch basins
read more…: Move your car: Snow emergency declared by public works to clear snow and catch basinsIn order to push back snow and clear catch basins of snow to prevent flooding, the Public Works Director is declaring a Snow Emergency that will be in effect from 10 p.m. Monday, January 17, 2022, until 6 a.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022.
Largest municipal solar array in the state now fully operational
read more…: Largest municipal solar array in the state now fully operationalThis project is now the largest municipal solar array in the state with more than 8,000 panels that will supply 3.8 million kilowatt-hours of clean energy to the power grid on an annual basis.
Parade mode, activated: Downtown Holiday Parade is on for 4 p.m. on Dec. 4
read more…: Parade mode, activated: Downtown Holiday Parade is on for 4 p.m. on Dec. 4Manchester Historic Association Executive Director John Clayton and WMNH 95.3 FM Morning show host Peter White will emcee the parade from Veteran’s Park in downtown Manchester. Spectators can expect musical performances by Manchester Memorial, Central and West High School marching bands, as well as creative floats designed by local non-profits and community organizations.
Free Rides in December! Hop on MTA Mall bus 8 for holiday shopping
read more…: Free Rides in December! Hop on MTA Mall bus 8 for holiday shoppingThe public can ride Manchester Transit Authority (MTA) mall bus for free for the entire month of December – all stops along Route 8 will be offered free of charge.
It’s time for Beech Street basketball
read more…: It’s time for Beech Street basketballThe Manchester Parks and Recreation Department welcomes Manchester children aged 7 to 17 to Beech Street Elementary School for a Saturday Basketball Shootaround.