50 years since ‘Jaws’ cleared the beaches of Amity Island – and the nation

read more…: 50 years since ‘Jaws’ cleared the beaches of Amity Island – and the nation

It’s been 50 years since the movie Jaws cleared the beaches of Amity Island and across the nation. It’s been fifty years since we waited in line for what became the first summer blockbuster ever (running more than $5 million over its $3 million budget to bring in more than $478 million worldwide just that summer or $1.5 billion, adjusted for inflation).

The Soapbox: Elimination of annual vehicle inspections ‘reckless and shortsighted’

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NHADA and its over 500 members believe the elimination of annual inspections is both reckless and shortsighted. The vehicle safety inspection program repeal, which eliminates them entirely for cars, trucks, and motorcycles, and weakens the frequency of school bus inspections will result in a measured increase in accidents on New Hampshire roadways. 

The Soapbox: Manchester needs a leader who understands that classrooms are the bedrock of opportunity

read more…: The Soapbox: Manchester needs a leader who understands that classrooms are the bedrock of opportunity

So let us champion their next steps: urging O’Connell toward the mayoralty, backing Cavanaugh’s citywide bid, welcoming Kaw-uh’s vigor in Ward 1, and returning Trisciani’s sharp mind to the board. For in their stories, as in Manchester’s own, the immigrant’s promise endures:What was built in struggle can be governed in hope.

The Case for Cargo Shorts

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While cargo shorts have gone in and out of style throughout my 30 years of loyal wear, the war against them escalated in 2016 with an article by Nicole Hong in The Wall Street Journal titled “Nice Cargo Shorts! You’re Sleeping on the Sofa,” which was about a guy who owned 15 pairs of cargo shorts, and his wife kept secretly disposing of them until he was down to a single pair. 

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