Library hosting two paint parties
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library is excited to host Paint Parties To Go for two sessions of painting fun on Wednesday, November 15. Each guided session will be held in the Village Room at 912 City Rd. No previous painting experience is required. The Kids Paint Party begins at […]
Public notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING SYNOPSIS 2-Nov-23 The regular monthly meeting of the Bridgewater Township Board of Trustees was called to order by Supervisor Fromhart at 7:08pm. Five board members were present (quorum) with no citizens in attendance. The board approved the 5-Oct-23 meeting minutes as presented. The board approved the agenda as amended. […]
Senior Newsletter THE TRUMPETER — November
The November 2023 edition of Manchester’s Newsletter for Seniors, THE TRUMPETER, is now available. Download it here: November 2023 Trumpeter
Michigan House votes to restrict local permitting of solar, wind farms
by Kelly House (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — The Michigan House voted along party lines late Wednesday to give the state permitting authority over large-scale renewable energy projects, wresting control from local governments that are often hostile to them. The legislation is a key part of a broader suite of energy reform bills passed by the Legislature that would […]
Donald Trump sues to stay on Michigan ballot as opponents seek disqualification
by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — Former President Donald Trump is suing Michigan to ensure he can appear on state primary and general election ballots next year as he seeks a return to the White House. Attorneys for the Florida Republican filed a complaint Tuesday in the Michigan Court of Claims seeking to bar Secretary of […]
Like it or not, Michigan: Clocks changed Sunday to standard time
by Janelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) It’s that time of year, when people look forward to extra sleep — or dread the loss of sunlight — as clocks “fell back” an hour at 2 a.m. Sunday. Here’s what to know: History Daylight saving time runs from March 12 to Nov. 5, when it switches back […]
10 years of the Manchester Mirror!
by Sara Swanson and Marsha Chartrand Ten years ago the Manchester Mirror was born. This is a look back at where we were ten years ago and a look ahead at where we would like to be in the future! No one would be surprised by the claim that a decade ago the world was […]
Time to Adopt-a-Family for Christmas
submitted by Diane Du Russel As the fall season is now upon us, Christmas cannot be too far away. Manchester Family Service (MFS) is getting ready for their annual Adopt-a-Family Program. This program matches clients with anonymous donors who volunteer to purchase gifts for a family this holiday season. Seniors and children under high school […]
Help pack beans and rice for Haiti
submitted by Sharon United Methodist Church Sharon Church invites the community to join in a hands-on mission project supporting I92 Ministries on November 7, 2023, at 7pm at the Fellowship Hall, located at 19980 West Pleasant Lake Rd. Come join the team of volunteers as they fill bags of beans and rice to be shipped […]
DECA holding can drive and fundraiser at Frank’s Place
submitted by Leslie Rollins, MHS DECA coach DECA is more than competitions, blazers, and medallions. Joining DECA is the first step high school students can take toward achieving their goals and realizing their greatest potential. Membership in DECA provides students the opportunity to participate in DECA’s programs at the local and international levels. DECA puts […]
