Local voices chime in on a variety of topics.
On Veterans Day – and every day – we must honor and thank all who serve, and have ever served, for all that they have done for each of us – and all of us – simply because we are Americans.
“I think everybody longs to be loved and longs to know that he or she is lovable and consequently the
New Hampshire state leaders have a duty to demand increased funding to these initiatives that will provide aid to their people and communities that have been suffering too long.Â
In the case of The State of NH versus Mark Heath: Superior Court Case No. 216-2017-CR-02135 there was a conflict of interest and the defendant was denied his right to a fair trial.
In addition to the phenomenal works she put forth, Manchester has a tremendous growth in its economy during her first stint in the office.Â
This culture of collaboration is having measurable effects on our city. We’re seeing the community coming together to roll up our sleeves and address our challenges head-on.
Manchester is at a crossroads. Our community is less safe. Violent crime, homicides and opioid deaths are all increasing. The homeless population has taken over our downtown and some of the parks where our children used to be free to play.
Thirty years later, Manchester is again at the crossroads. People are increasingly questioning whether our better days are behind us or if this city is worth fighting for. Young families increasingly choose the suburbs rather than living in Manchester and much of the economic growth that has incurred in the region is happening in towns like Bedford, Derry and Londonderry rather than in our city. Crime is becoming commonplace, homelessness an excepted part of city life, drug abuse all too familiar to our citizens, and everywhere in the city we are beginning to see declining neighborhoods and a lack of community spirit. Simply put, we need a change of leadership at City Hall.
Paul Cormier takes you on a nostalgic and historic trip through Manchester, part of his ongoing series highlighting the Queen City.
As a former refugee for over two decades and as an activist for refugees and the Immigrant population in the Granite State, I’m proud to support Mayor Joyce Craig for reelection.Â