Cub Scouts Pack 421 to help place wreaths at Great Lakes National Cemetery
Manchester’s Cub Scout Pack 421 will be among the volunteers on December 15th at noon to help place a wreath on every headstone at the Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan and say the name of the veteran. They are teaming up with Wreaths Across America, an organization that works to place wreaths on […]
Manchexit? Village board authorizes researching process of becoming a city
Much like the United Kingdom leaving the European Union, the Village of Manchester may have taken its first step toward separating from the larger umbrella of Manchester Township. The Manchester Village board voted at its regularly scheduled board meeting last Monday to direct the village manager, Jeff Wallace, to research the process of becoming a city. As […]
Frank’s Place reopens TODAY!
Frank’s Place fans have been waiting months for the pizzeria and Italian eatery to reopen after closing in August for renovations. No need to wait any longer! The restaurant is opening back up with their regular hours beginning today at 11 am. Frank’s Place, located at 104 East Main Street, is re-opening with their same menu with the addition of […]
November 2018 Student of the Month, Mitchell Ernst
The Manchester Community Schools Foundation November 2018 Student of the Month for Manchester High School is Mitchell Ernst. Mitchell is the son of Kevin Ernst and Laurie Crosheck. He is the Vice President of the Manchester High School German Club and Co-Treasurer of the MHS Key Club. Mitchell is also a member of the MHS National […]
Donna Lasinski holding a Manchester coffee hour
State Representative Donna Lasinski will be holding a coffee hour in the Village Room, located on the lower level of Village Hall/Manchester District Library at 912 City Road on Saturday, December 8th from 10 to 11 am. Representative Lasinski was just reelected for her second term. Stop in and join her for coffee and conversation […]
Farmers Market Holiday Recipe: Boomer’s Blueberry Fluff
The Manchester Farmers Market may be done for the season, but this fall, market manager Laura Wohlgemuth collected Farmers Market attendees’ favorite holiday recipes! Submitted by Dara of Flo’s Bakery Boomer’s Blueberry Fluff 3 large croissants, torn into pieces 1 1⁄2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries 1 8oz package cream cheese, softened 2/3 cup sugar 2 […]
Practice healthy habits to avoid illness this holiday season
The Southeast Michigan Health Association (SEMHA) and public health partners throughout southeast Michigan encourage residents to practice healthy habits to protect themselves and others against colds and flu. Flu activity increases during the holidays, as people are gathering and spending time together in close contact. Therefore, it’s important to take steps that decrease the risk […]
Guide to 2018 Christmas in the Village
Manchester Christmas in the Village 2018 Schedule of Events Thursday, November 29th 6:30 pm Resident Outdoor Decorating Contest Judging – Decorations will be judged in the categories of best “Twas’ the Night before Christmas/Victorian” theme, most Clark Griswold/over the top, and most Manchester spirit. A master, interactive map will be available week of the event, […]
Local organizations need your help to make Christmas special for those in need
With snow on the ground and chill in the air, it is not hard to start thinking about Christmas shopping and the perfect gifts for loved ones. Imagine how stressful this time of year can be for a parent who recently had their hours cut back, or for seniors living on a fixed income, or for […]
