Manchester One of Five Communities Recognized for Active Living
This fall, five municipalities that make up the “5 Healthy Towns” service area were recognized by the Michigan Fitness Foundation’s Promoting Active Communities (PAC) program. Of the five communities, the Village of Manchester saw the greatest improvement in its PAC score, advancing from receiving Bronze awards in 2010 and 2012 to the Silver in 2014. Silver […]
Hearth and Home in the Heart of the Mill
A new shop in town, located in the lower level of the Manchester Mill, is Hearthstone of Manchester, a name which holds the Manchester Mill as the hearthstone of the village. Hearthstone of Manchester’s white iron gate on Main Street opened to the public on Oct. 10, answering the call to make local artists’ works and collectibles […]
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 […]
