Manchester residents make a difference during a challenging time
by Marsha Chartrand Last week, the Mirror asked for stories from readers who had been the recipients of good will among the community during the ice storm and subsequent power and internet outages, lasting from February 22–27 (and, in some cases, beyond!). During this past week, we have seen the community bonding yet again as a heavy […]
MCS continues to “Rebuild the Wheel“ with staff support
submitted by Superintendent Brad Bezeau, MCS We continue our year-long journey in the Manchester Community Schools during the 2022–2023 school year honoring our fantastic staff and students as we “Rebuild the Wheel.“ Throughout the month of February 2023, we honored and saluted our fantastic Manchester Community Schools’ Office Support Staff and our secretaries, clerks, and […]
Manchester Community Schools Foundation needs your help!
submitted by Shea VanVuuren, Manchester Community Schools Foundation Over the last several years many Manchester volunteer organizations have disbanded due to lack of participation. The Manchester Community Schools Foundation may be on the same path. All of the current Trustees have been serving for many years and only one Trustee still has a child in […]
Wrestlers wrap up memorable season
submitted by Coach Steve Vlcek What a great weekend at Ford Field for the Manchester wrestling team! Even with the terrible weather, the kids all had a good weekend; and the team ended up bringing home five All State wrestlers. Chase Conklin had a tough draw, wrestling the number one seed right out of the […]
Library hosts “Dessert Through the Decades“ series with Chef Keegan
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) is thrilled to announce that Chef Keegan of Lakehouse Bakery will bring his Dessert Through the Decades series to the library this spring. Each session will cover an entire decade, starting with the 1920s on March 15, 2023. On alternating Wednesdays at 4pm, […]
Light pole damaged in minor accident on Main Street
by Marsha Chartrand Deputy Ethan Roy was called to a Property Damage Accident on Wednesday night at the corner of Main and Clinton Streets, in front of the post office. A driver had attempted to park at the gas station across the street, but did not place the vehicle in park. It subsequently rolled across […]
Photos: Busy Sunday at the Blacksmith Shop
The historical crafters guild is an informal off-shoot of the Manchester Area Historical Society (MAHS) and is busy each week passing on these “lost arts” at the blacksmith shop located at 324 E Main St. Blacksmiths, knitters, spinners, weavers, paper cutters, and wool appliqué crafters demonstrate their art, along with many other historic crafts, each […]
Scholastic Book Fair returns to Klager Elementary, March 20–24
submitted by Brenda Bancroft Just in time for Spring Break reading, the Scholastic Fair returns to Manchester from March 20 through March 24, and will be held in Klager’s Media Center. This is a perfect opportunity to pick up some books and hit those reading goals while on the beach in Florida! The public is […]
Walking in the footsteps of Jesus
submitted by St. Mary’s Parish Office All during the season of Lent, Christians everywhere and Catholics in particular gather on Fridays to recall in prayer the journey Jesus walked, from the judgment of Pilate to His death and Resurrection. The people of St. Mary, Manchester, invite all their friends and neighbors to join them this […]
Second annual teen ice skating party scheduled for March 19
submitted by Matt Pegouskie, 5 Healthy Towns Calling All Teens! You’re invited to join us for some fun and physical activity at Arctic Coliseum (501 Coliseum Drive, Chelsea) for a free ice skating party. Chelsea State Bank, Chelsea Rotary, 5 Healthy Teens, and 5 Healthy Towns Foundation are hosting the 2nd annual Find Your Glide […]
