NH Democratic leaders gather in Manchester for last push on election eve

read more…: NH Democratic leaders gather in Manchester for last push on election eve

The Democratic party leadership gathered in Manchester on Monday afternoon for the last time in this year’s election cycle.  Elected officials, candidates, party officials, and a standing-room-only crowd of volunteers filled the Manchester Harris-Walz campaign office for the last time before voting starts on Tuesday.

Reproductive rights: Texas man whose wife was denied care following miscarriage makes plea to NH voters

read more…: Reproductive rights: Texas man whose wife was denied care following miscarriage makes plea to NH voters

“Make no mistake about it. Reproductive rights are on the ballot this year. And Donald Trump’s position is clear,” said Soucy. “And Trump isn’t alone. I’ve seen firsthand extreme Republicans in our state stand with Trump in his efforts to take away fundamental freedoms. In just two years, New Hampshire Republicans have proposed multiple abortion bans, even a 15-day, let me repeat that, a 15-day ban with the majority of House Republicans voting for a near-total abortion ban.”

Planning Department’s community tour ends with Ward 3 and a look at the proposed zoning ordinance’s downtown details

read more…: Planning Department’s community tour ends with Ward 3 and a look at the proposed zoning ordinance’s downtown details

The series of community meetings on the proposed changes to Manchester’s zoning ordinance concluded on Saturday at the Palace Theatre’s Spotlight Room with a review of how those changes will impact Ward 3, the city’s downtown area.

Manchester Proud announces new leadership

read more…: Manchester Proud announces new leadership

Manchester Proud (MP) is excited to announce the new leadership team of Debby Miller and Aimee Kereage as Co-Directors. Debby and Aimee will report to the Champion’s Council (Manchester Proud’s Board) continuing the momentum that Manchester Proud has built up over the past 6 years under Barry Brensinger’s leadership. Barry has made the decision to step down from his leadership role to enjoy retirement, he will remain a member of the Council and involved in MP’s work. 

Keith Spiro’s Communicast: Eoin Costello, Digital Champion of Community Reinvention

read more…: Keith Spiro’s Communicast: Eoin Costello, Digital Champion of Community Reinvention

Eoin Costello is a digital champion for small business and a leader in the reinvention of communities. We spoke by Zoom and picked up where we left off from our first meeting years ago in Ireland. He started off our conversation by noting that much of built infrastructure reflects the needs of our 19th-century communities.

The Soapbox – Mask You a Few Questions: Why I’m weary of vaccine and mask mandates

read more…: The Soapbox – Mask You a Few Questions: Why I’m weary of vaccine and mask mandates

The entire premise of lockdowns, mask/vaccine mandates and other orders is that there is a health crisis caused by coronavirus which is extremely deadly. It started as asking people to stay home for two weeks to “flatten the curve” and has grown to mandating vaccines for all.  While it was harder to prove this was not the case in 2020, the data is in and it is clear that coronavirus is not as deadly as currently advertised.

Spring Equinox and Ink Link blossom

read more…: Spring Equinox and Ink Link blossom

It’s no secret that more people want greater access to more local news and stories of interest close to home these days. In Carol’s words “the Ink Link tries to make sure that local advertisers on the site add value for the reader and in return hopes that readers will support the advertisers thus creating a sustainable news ecosystem.” This is the ideal time to engage as a community. More participation, more stories, more local news.

Communicast, Episode 1: Jeanine & Co., helping non-profits lead and grow in these strange times

read more…: Communicast, Episode 1: Jeanine & Co., helping non-profits lead and grow in these strange times

Welcome to Keith Spiro’s Communicast, a community broadcast highlighting the good things that people in our community are doing. With support from Manchester Ink Link, I will be showcasing the leadership roles people are taking. Particularly in these very strange times, it will be nice to have some positive things to look at and know how people around us are helping each other.

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