Recipe: Soup's On! - Corn Chowder
Fall is a great time for homemade soup. Most homemade soups are simple and easily made from things you probably already have in the cupboard, fridge, or freezer. They are also very forgiving recipes. You can get creative and add something you've never tried before, "just because you can." It's also easy to substitute one […]
It's Time To Change The Time!
Daylight Saving Time (DST) purports to make better use of natural daylight by setting your clock forward one hour during the summer months, and back again in the fall. But when the season is actually upon us, it's always difficult for me to remember which way to turn my clocks. The phrase “spring forward – fall […]
A Layperson's Guide to Surviving the Sandwich Years
A few years ago, Breeda Miller was in the middle of the classic "Caregiver Sandwich." You've heard of that. The term "Sandwich Generation" was coined as a sort of buzz word several years ago, referring primarily to caregivers who find themselves "sandwiched" in between caring for their children and their elder parents or other family members. Obviously, while the Sandwich Generation […]
An Instrument of Peace
Editor's Note: The following biography of Fr. Bosco (his preferred form of address) is taken in part from his initial homily on June 29. Father Bosco Padamattummal began his tenure at Manchester’s St. Mary Catholic Church in late June. Since his arrival, he has worked diligently to welcome those of the Catholic faith and others to […]
New and Current Vehicles on Display at Fire Department Open House
A Kubota All-Terrain rescue vehicle, donated to the Manchester Fire Department in memory of the late Cameron LaDouceur, was one of many vehicles on display at this year's fire department open house. LaDouceur family members were on hand to thank the community for all of the effort and money donated to memorialize Cameron, who died […]
Teacher of the Month Returns!
MIRROR-Teacher of the month Nomination Form Teachers play an important role in our community and in the lives of our children. Last year's Teachers of the Month were highly accomplished and recognized professionals both within and outside of the classroom. After a summer hiatus, and giving everyone a month or so to get to know […]
Unforgettable Photos Moving to New Main Street Location
It's an exciting time for Mary Bortmas at Unforgettable Photos, Manchester's most visible local photography studio business. As of October 15, 2014, the business will be "taking its show on the road," and going mobile as Mary seeks new directions and new heights for a business that has afforded her unlimited opportunities over the past […]
Sewer Update Project to Begin This Week
Village residents received a rather surprising message late last week, advising them of a "televising and cleaning" program of the sewer system throughout the village through the end of October. The notes taped to the door indicated that the ensuing process might cause the water to gurgle in the toilet bowl, and even suggested keeping […]
Recipe: It's Chili Season!
Fall weather always puts me in the mood for chili. There are hundreds of variations of this popular cool-weather dish, and everyone has what they consider "the best" recipe. Obviously, taste is subjective when it comes to chili. My friend and I participated in the Men's Club Chili Cookoff for several years, with varying results. One […]
Co-op Enters its 50th Year - A Manchester Tradition Has a Bright Future
In the fall of 1964, the Manchester Cooperative Preschool started with a handful of young students and their teacher, Mrs. Delores Wolff, in the basement of the Emanuel United Church of Christ educational wing. This year, as the Co-op begins its 50th season, the school boasts 29 eager learners and two fresh and enthusiastic new […]
