Obituary: Cora Iwanicki
Cora Pauline Iwanicki, age 96, of Clinton died Sunday, October 25, 2020 at the Hospice of Lenawee Home. She was born January 22, 1924 in Bridgewater Township, the daughter of the late Edward and Helena (Reinold) Dayss. On December 1, 1945 she married Thomas V. Iwanicki, and they shared 46 years together before his passing […]
WCSO: September 2021 report of police activity in the Village
During the month of September there were 148 calls for service. During this time, 68 traffic stops were made, resulting in five citations. Noteworthy events in Manchester Village during the month include: On September 22, a collaboration deputy responded to the 100 block of Clinton Street for a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival, […]
Stories of Wil: Happy Endings
Wil is a 14-year-old boy with Down syndrome. He is the little brother, by 20 months, to twin sisters, Katherine and Elizabeth. Wil’s mom, Christie, knew very little about Down syndrome when Wil was diagnosed shortly after his birth. It didn’t take long for Christie to realize how enriching life with Down syndrome is. Embracing […]
Chamber of Commerce Spotlight: Comerica Bank
The Manchester Mirror is partnering with the Manchester Chamber of Commerce to highlight a different Chamber of Commerce member each week! This week we are starting with spotlighting The Manchester Area Historical Society. Visit https://48158.com/ for information on joining the Chamber. Comerica Bank (formerly Union Savings Bank) at 135 E. Main Street, has been “the […]
Letter to the Editor: Kudos to Acorn & Manchester Market
October 17, 2021 I was (at Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café and Manchester Market) on October 16th for the grand opening. It was great. My visit consisted of finding a “large” variety of prepared foods hiding back in a corner, just beyond the fresh meat and fish counter. Some sauerkraut, macaroni and cheese, and meat […]
Letter to the editor: Soften your hearts, listen, and learn
10-14-2021 Dear Manchester Community: I attended last evening’s Manchester District Schools community meeting at the football field after seeing the announcement in this paper. The event was billed as an opportunity for healing. This was a very valiant attempt by Superintendent Bezeau to allow for the airing of concerns, feelings and grievances. Here are some […]
Public notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING SYNOPSIS 7-Oct-21 The regular monthly meeting of the Bridgewater Township Board of Trustees was called to order by Supervisor Fromhart at 7:05 pm. Four board members were present (quorum) with 5 citizens in attendance. Board heard citizen participation. Board approved the 2-Sep-21 meeting minutes as presented. Board approved the […]
After 18 months: Welcome back, Canada, if you’re vaccinated
By Ted Roelofs After more than 18 months in which the U.S. border was closed to most Canadians, Michigan business leaders hailed Wednesday’s announcement that the U.S. border would reopen to vaccinated travelers from Canada next month. Claude Molinari, president and CEO of the Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau, noted that 1.3 million Canadians […]
Michigan GOP approves election reforms. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s veto is next.
By Jonathan Oosting LANSING — Michigan Republicans attempting to tighten voting and election laws are about to get exactly what they want: A veto from Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. The GOP-led Michigan House on Thursday gave final approval to a sweeping plan that would toughen identification rules for in-person voting, require absentee ballot applicants to […]
Michigan schools would decide on opening before Labor Day under House bill
By Tracie Mauriello (Chalkbeat/Bridge Michigan) Mission Point Resort is a bustling Mackinac Island retreat where families swim, golf, play croquet, sip lavender lemonade and dine on seared walleye all summer. Come September, business falls off sharply as vacation season ends and children start school. That drop could happen sooner if state lawmakers repeal a law […]
