Manchester Bites | Feb. 4
read more…: Manchester Bites | Feb. 4Lots of food stuff going on in the Queen City this weekend. Check out the events we have listed and stay tuned for more goings-on in and around Manchester.
NH Primary
Trump recognizes police effort in heroin battle, signs his pledge in stone
read more…: Trump recognizes police effort in heroin battle, signs his pledge in stoneSanctioned graffiti on the brick wall outside Manchester Police headquarters is a solid promise of support from Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump. He left his autograph in a place where officers will see it every time they head out to the beat, where heroin is Enemy No. 1.
NH Primary + Fat Tuesday 5K + possible snow = Perfect Election Day storm
read more…: NH Primary + Fat Tuesday 5K + possible snow = Perfect Election Day stormA perfect storm of events may create some NH Primary voting day chaos.
Our first F-Email President
read more…: Our first F-Email PresidentNews and views on the political front from political cartoonist Peter Noonan.
A storm is brewing for the NH Primary. An actual storm.
read more…: A storm is brewing for the NH Primary. An actual storm.According to the Weather Underground a low pressure system is brewing that could bring with it a winter storm, ETA Election Day. Will several inches of snow, heavy at times, prevent voters from making it to the polls?
After the caucus: How to do the Iowa Stomp
read more…: After the caucus: How to do the Iowa StompPeter Noonan illustrates the Iowa Caucus results.
Hotline to field complaints at polls established for NH Primary election day
read more…: Hotline to field complaints at polls established for NH Primary election dayThe hotline number, 603-230-2503, will be active on primary election day, Feb. 9.
‘Big tent’ democracy revival: We the People Primary Weekend rally at the Park
read more…: ‘Big tent’ democracy revival: We the People Primary Weekend rally at the ParkOn Primary Weekend patriots from across New Hampshire and the United States will gather at “political ground zero” in Manchester, for the first-ever We the People Convention to take a stand on big money in politics.
NH Primary retail politics: Here’s where to find the candidates
read more…: NH Primary retail politics: Here’s where to find the candidatesIf you’re following along, here’s where to find a candidate near you.
Drawn and Quartered: The Cartoons of Peter Noonan
read more…: Drawn and Quartered: The Cartoons of Peter NoonanPolitics with a side of satire, from Manchester editorial cartoonist Peter Noonan.
Ted Cruz campaign stop Jan. 21 at Theo’s on Elm
read more…: Ted Cruz campaign stop Jan. 21 at Theo’s on ElmTed Cruz heading to Manchester Jan. 21. Meet him, greet him, ask him a question or two.
Sanders to swing through NH with a stop at SNHU
read more…: Sanders to swing through NH with a stop at SNHUDemocratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders will begin a two-day swing through New Hampshire on Jan. 21 with stops at Southern NH University, as well as locations in Peterborough, Nashua, Wolfeboro and Hudson.
Op/ED: Why Hillary Clinton for President?
read more…: Op/ED: Why Hillary Clinton for President?The primary is less than a month away and a woman whom I admire and who has done so much for our country is in the race for our nation’s top office. Secretary Clinton is a person I have known for years and have admired for her commitment to public service.
Dueling GOP town halls: Paul, Bush compete for voters Friday in Hollis
read more…: Dueling GOP town halls: Paul, Bush compete for voters Friday in HollisVoters have a few chances this week to hear from Republican candidate Rand Paul – including a dueling campaign event Friday in Hollis that coincides with a Jeb Bush rally right down the road.
Red Arrow Diner patron gives Trump something to chew on, along with his burger
read more…: Red Arrow Diner patron gives Trump something to chew on, along with his burger“Jane” from South Carolina, garnered attention this week after she hollered, “Enjoy your burger racist!” before she left the Red Arrow Diner, where Donald Trump was having an impromptu bite to eat.
Lena Dunham, Hillary and Me: My brush with celebrity on the campaign trail
read more…: Lena Dunham, Hillary and Me: My brush with celebrity on the campaign trailShe was beaming and waving wildly, clad in a ridiculous yet wonderful customized sweater dress, with “HILLARY” in block letters across her chest. As she passed me, she touched my arm and said hello. In that moment I felt like a 16-year-old girl from another generation meeting Paul McCartney. I was speechless.
To wit: A primary function of politics in NH is electing to laugh
read more…: To wit: A primary function of politics in NH is electing to laughSo, if politicians are afraid to make fun of themselves, professional comedians – as in the way that nature abhors a vacuum – have happily taken on the task. As a result, stand-up comedians and late night talk show hosts regularly run roughshod over incumbents and candidates alike.
Ringing in 2016: A year of change, from Manchester to the White House
read more…: Ringing in 2016: A year of change, from Manchester to the White HouseAs we begin a new year, all is not quiet here in Manchester and in the state. Men and women who want to be the next president are everywhere. The Democratic debate took place in New Hampshire at Saint Anselm College Dec. 19. It drew 1,000 people and was a great success. The national audience saw a real contrast and I am sure got a hint of things to come.
Bernie Sanders to hold town hall Jan. 4 at Manchester Community College
read more…: Bernie Sanders to hold town hall Jan. 4 at Manchester Community CollegeU.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders begins a two-day swing through New Hampshire, starting Jan. 3 with a meeting with seniors in Londonderry, and a town hall in Manchester Jan. 4.
Celebrities on the stump for Hillary in NH, including Lena Dunham in Manchester
read more…: Celebrities on the stump for Hillary in NH, including Lena Dunham in ManchesterScreenwriter and actress Lena Dunham and former U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team (USWNT) captain will travel to New Hampshire on January 8 and 9 to stump for Hillary Clinton.