Whelan supporters take to drizzly Manchester streets
by Marsha Chartrand “Despite the drizzle we had a very encouraging walk,” said Rosemary Whelan, who led the way for the James W. Foley Foundation Walk/Run on Saturday. “The lack of pedestrians, because of the wet weather forecast, meant that we had space to go inside most of the stores on Main Street. They were […]
Local weight-loss challenge leads to donation to kids’ weekend backpack program
submitted by Ruth VanBogelen In late June 2023, members of the TOPS chapter in Manchester started a challenge to lose some pounds by September 10. The rule of the challenge was that all weekly dues collected during the challenge would be donated to a local nonprofit. To increase the donation and encourage weight loss, the […]
Blacksmith shop concerts start season this weekend
by Marsha Chartrand The Manchester Area Historical Society will sponsor a full series of Blacksmith Shop concerts this winter, through May 2024, featuring an extensive lineup of talented and intriguing musicians. “Riverfolk donated to MAHS funds previously obtained for these concerts, and the plan is to hold monthly concerts at the Blacksmith Shop, or perhaps […]
Manchester Township discusses broadband progress and more
by Sybil Kolon All board members were present at the October 10 board meeting except Kim Thompson. Also present were fire chief Bill Scully, Village President Pat Vailliencourt, Alissa Starling, and a few other members of the public. Fire Chief Scully provided the monthly report for September. There were 30 calls for service, including 18 […]
Cardinals overcome the Dutchmen, 42–27
by Marsha Chartrand “Big plays for both schools played a huge role in the outcome of the game on Friday,” said varsity Coach Ben Pack. “One of the bigger statistics in a football game is fourth-down conversions. Forcing a team to turn the ball over on downs plays a huge role in the outcome of […]
Fire Department hosts open house (photos)
photos and story by Marsha Chartrand Since 1922, the National Fire Prevention Association has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. It is observed each year during the week of October 9 in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began October 8, 1871, and caused devastating damage to much of the city. Declared […]
‘Tis the season for fall vaccinations
submitted by the Washtenaw County Health Department We’re entering the time of year where more people get sick from COVID-19, flu, and RSV. Vaccinations are critically important in protecting health and preventing serious illness during respiratory illness season. The Washtenaw County Health Department encourages everyone to get a flu shot and an updated COVID-19 vaccine. […]
Michigan council hears bold (if vague) ideas to solve population crisis
by Isabel Lohman and Lauren Gibbons Providing free college tuition and more equitable school and transportation funding systems topped the list of recommendations presented Thursday to a panel of Michigan power brokers tasked by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer with solving the state’s population crisis. But the recommendations from members of four workgroups that were each assigned […]
Michigan cancer drug donation program looks to cut waste, help those in need
by Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) The diagnosis — Stage IV lung cancer — was shocking enough for Stephanie Donaldson. She’d never smoked. She’d just got a clean bill of health a few weeks earlier. But the cost of the drug that Donaldson’s doctor ordered brought a second jolt: Eight daily chemotherapy pills of Alecensa would cost […]
One more meeting set to inform citizens about city election
by Marsha Chartrand A meeting was held on September 26 to inform and update Manchester Village residents on the facts about the upcoming vote on the City Charter and a new City Council. With about 20 people in attendance, many questions were answered, some rumors dispelled, and attendees seemed to leave the informal forum with […]
