Worth Repeating makes 2021 “a good thing”
Submitted by Pat Sahakian, Worth Repeating While 2021 wasn’t good for much, it was good to Worth Repeating. Throughout the year, our shoppers and donors continued to support Manchester’s charity resale shop. In 2021, Worth Repeating was able to give back $21,000 to community charities, schools, and efforts to make life in our community better […]
January events for all ages at Manchester District Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library (MDL) will offer a variety of events and activities for all ages during January. MDL Board of Trustees Meeting will be held Thursday, January 6 at 7 pm in the Village Council Chambers. The Manchester District Library Board of Trustees is an all-volunteer governing body […]
Sharon Township property conserved, adds to Sharon Short Hills Greenway
submitted by Pam Bierzynski, Legacy Land Conservancy On December 28, Legacy Land Conservancy announced that it has permanently protected 53 acres of agricultural land and wildlife habitats within the Sharon Short Hills area of western Washtenaw County. The landowner—who wishes to remain anonymous—is pleased to protect their property’s highly valuable natural areas, hunting resources, and […]
Foam recycling set at WWRA January 14-16
submitted by Shawn Personke, Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority (WWRA) will host a winter Foam Recycle Weekend on January 14 to 16, 2022, continuing last year’s successful foam events that brought in over 2000 pounds of #6 foam. Bill Christen, WWRA volunteer and a long-time foam recycler, has a keen idea on […]
24/7 hotline for Washtenaw County substance use treatment support starting January 1
submitted by Sally Amos-O’Neal, Washtenaw County Community Mental Health (WCCMH) Beginning January 1, Washtenaw County residents who want substance use treatment support can call a 24/7 hotline, 734-544-3050, to receive an immediate screening, referral to a community-based provider, or guidance on how to get connected to services. The calls will be answered by licensed mental health and […]
Manchester Mirror’s Top Ten for ’21
It’s that time of year, when everyone takes stock of the past 12 months and looks ahead to what’s next. New Year’s Resolutions and “Top 10” lists are everywhere, and the Manchester Mirror is no exception. We have taken a look back at 2021 — the good and the bad — and determined what stories were […]
WCSO: November 2021 report of police activity in the Village
During the month of November, there were 139 calls for service. During this time, 71 traffic stops were made, resulting in 19 citations. Noteworthy events in Manchester Village during the month include: On November 18, a collaboration deputy responded to the 200 block of Wager Street for a report of a fraud. The complainant reported that […]
Letter to the Editor: Luminaria thanks
December 27, 2021 To the Editor: A special THANK YOU to all who participated in the Manchester Luminaria once again making the Village light up with peace and goodwill on Christmas Eve. Driving back through Manchester in the evening it was delightful to see the path lighted all the way down Main Street and up […]
Michigan nursing home staff shortage raises peril, adds to hospital woes
By Robin Erb, Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) MOUNT CLEMENS—The dining room at the Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility is empty these days. There is no one to staff it. A few doors down, veteran nurse Nora Kopek administers more than 400 COVID-19 tests a week to residents, staff, guests and vendors — no longer […]
Michigan OKs electricity rate cut to attract automotive battery factories
By Paula Gardner (Bridge Michigan) Michigan’s two largest utility companies now can offer large-scale industrial customers lower rates, a move that proponents say will boost the state’s chances to attract billions of dollars in advanced manufacturing investments. Members of the Michigan Public Service Commission on Wednesday voted unanimously to approve requests that DTE Energy and Consumers Energy made in […]
