Let’s think outside the box: A strong library system = strong community

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There is something that the library is lacking … and that is outreach. I do not fault the library for this as they are often one of the last to receive money from the city and really don’t have substantial funds – or at least enough – to pay for a lot of outreach. And an underfunded library system is not exclusively a Manchester thing. Libraries are not the priority in many communities, especially in urban areas where ironically they are needed the most. Even though public libraries are playing a larger role, many still only receive minimal funding.

Surplus land deal clears way for sale of landmark Hoitt’s Furniture building

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This sale solves the ongoing rear access issue that was impeding the sale of the building to prospective purchasers in that the property could not be reasonably accessed in the rear with the land that the Family Trust in fact owned, says Ben Nardi of Exp Commercial Realty, on behalf of his client, the Longo Family Trust.

Chief: In the aftermath of a senseless murder, ‘every neighborhood matters’

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Speculation is part of the human condition, and few understand that as acutely as Manchester Police Chief Nick Willard, who served for years as a detective before rising to the rank of chief. He says perception can be misleading when it comes to police action and reaction, especially after violent crime paralyzes a neighborhood.

A column on columns: Manchester’s got more columns than, well, than me

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Everywhere I turn, there are hundreds, nay, thousands of architectural-type columns scattered throughout the city. They’re a staple on stately homes. For starters, check out North Elm Street. Then slide up to Hanover Hill. Swing on over to Coolidge Avenue – which we West Siders used to refer to as the French Riviera – then start your own random search. As for me, I keep veering into on-coming traffic as I scope them out through my side window.

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