Everything you need to know about Primary Day
read more…: Everything you need to know about Primary DayNew Hampshire’s Primary voting day is Tuesday, September 11 and it is bound to be full of surprises and upsets. Here’s a primer.
Community
Margie Bournival, 88: West HS pastry chef for 27 years, loved music, dancing, nature, time with grandkids
read more…: Margie Bournival, 88: West HS pastry chef for 27 years, loved music, dancing, nature, time with grandkidsVisitation will be held in the Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 243 Hanover St., Manchester, on Thursday, September 6, 2018 from 5-8 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the Phaneuf Funeral Home on Friday, September 7, 2018 at 10:30 a.m.
Angelo J. Catenza, 44: Loved cooking for friends and family, devoted husband and dad, beloved son and brother
read more…: Angelo J. Catenza, 44: Loved cooking for friends and family, devoted husband and dad, beloved son and brotherA fund in Angelo’s memory has been established at the Smyth Road School for the purpose of maintaining and improving the school’s basketball courts. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the fund; checks should be made payable to Smyth Road School and can be mailed to the school at 245 Bruce Rd., Manchester, NH 03104 with the notation “Catenza Basketball Court Fund” on the memo line
Register of Probate: Should it Stay or Should it go?
read more…: Register of Probate: Should it Stay or Should it go?Please take this survey by September 15. And, don’t forget to vote in your local primary election on Tuesday, Sept. 11th.
Heat Advisory in place until 8 p.m. – take it easy!
read more…: Heat Advisory in place until 8 p.m. – take it easy!Know the signs of heat-related illness and take them seriously.
This Labor Day, we must renew our commitment to raising the minimum wage
read more…: This Labor Day, we must renew our commitment to raising the minimum wageThroughout the United States, wages have been stagnant for the last 40 years. Any gains workers made in wage increases have been eaten up by inflation. Minimum wage increases have been so small and so rare that low-wage workers have actually lost money over the past couple of decades.
Christine Pratte Jelley, 47: Beloved wife and mom, kind and generous soul
read more…: Christine Pratte Jelley, 47: Beloved wife and mom, kind and generous soulIn lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in Christine’s memory to GoFundMe.com/ChristinePratteJelley.
Letters: Andrews is the most qualified, best choice for Congress (and it’s not even close)
read more…: Letters: Andrews is the most qualified, best choice for Congress (and it’s not even close)There are 11 candidates to choose from in the Democratic primary race. The headcount may overwhelm, but the evidence clearly points to one who is overwhelmingly more qualified than the rest of the pack: Naomi Andrews. Here’s why.
Volunteer for Old Sol ‘Servathon 2018’ at McLaughlin Middle School
read more…: Volunteer for Old Sol ‘Servathon 2018’ at McLaughlin Middle SchoolOrganized in partnership with City Year New Hampshire, the goal is to package 20,000+ servings of oatmeal, mac and cheese, and minestrone soup to be donated to New Horizons, a Manchester-organization supporting families experiencing food insecurity.
Queen City Rotary Club announces new slate of officers
read more…: Queen City Rotary Club announces new slate of officersThe Queen City Rotary Club meets Thursday mornings at 7:30 a.m. at the Puritan Backroom in Manchester. Visitors welcome.
Where there is life, there is hope: Rethinking my notions on recovery
read more…: Where there is life, there is hope: Rethinking my notions on recoveryToday, the addict faces not just opiates — chemicals derived from poppies — but opioids —synthetic and much more powerful versions of the drugs of days gone by.
Let’s talk about guidelines for cannabis use
read more…: Let’s talk about guidelines for cannabis useKnowing that the legalization of recreational cannabis is in New Hampshire’s near future, let’s talk about some guidelines for its use.
Acclaimed local artist Vivian Beer brings artistic flair to Sept. 8 community open house
read more…: Acclaimed local artist Vivian Beer brings artistic flair to Sept. 8 community open houseThe Sept. 8 free, family-centered event will include live musical performances, demonstrations, door prizes, refreshments, and an appearance by Manchester Mayor Joyce Craig.
Celebrate community: Madear’s restaurant planning series of themed block parties
read more…: Celebrate community: Madear’s restaurant planning series of themed block partiesA candidate meet-and-greet block party is set for Sept. 2 – but that’s not all. Three more seasonal-themed block parties are on the calendar in the heart of the city’s cultural district.
A big city perspective
read more…: A big city perspectiveWe may have our problems here, but we are not alone with those issues and if we look to the larger cities for assistance we can overcome any obstacle.
‘Moonrise Kingdom’ under the stars: Red River comes to Bronstein Park
read more…: ‘Moonrise Kingdom’ under the stars: Red River comes to Bronstein ParkThe film will start a little after sunset (7:15 p.m.) but come early with your blankets, chairs and snacks!
NH Senior Games: Fore senior health and wellness
read more…: NH Senior Games: Fore senior health and wellnessIn support of active older adults across the state and region, Havenwood-Heritage Heights and the New Hampshire Senior Gamese are once again teaming up for the Game’s annual golf tournament. The Havenwood-Heritage Heights Golf Classic will take place Sept. 5 at 10 a.m. at Beaver Meadow Golf Course in Concord.
One Book One Manchester program to promote reading and literacy
read more…: One Book One Manchester program to promote reading and literacyThis fall, the City of Manchester, New Hampshire will be participating in the first annual One Book One Manchester community reading program. This inaugural event features the selection of the book Exit West by Mohsin Hamid, which the entire city will read simultaneously while enjoying pop-up book clubs, discussion groups, exhibitions, storytelling, and more!
‘Families Coping with the Opioid Crisis’ Program set for Sept. 27
read more…: ‘Families Coping with the Opioid Crisis’ Program set for Sept. 27The event is free and open to the public. It will consist of a formal presentation followed by a Q&A session.
LETTER: Urge Your Representatives to Override Energy Vetoes on September 13th
read more…: LETTER: Urge Your Representatives to Override Energy Vetoes on September 13thThose of you who care about where your electricity comes from or how much you pay for it should care about the fate of two bills now in play in Concord.