“Forgotten Christmas” proceeds benefit MFS in memory of beloved community member
submitted by Paul Heinrich, Manchester Family Services Manchester Family Services would like to thank the Manchester Community for their overwhelming support of our organization. We just completed our annual Adopt-A-Family program; it was a huge success due to the generosity of the donor families. Thank you to the MCS Superintendent Brad Bezeau and his staff for […]
Worth Repeating continues its giving ways in 2023
submitted by Pat Sahakian Worth Repeating returned more than $34,000 to the Manchester Community in 2023, bringing the total of our cash grants to $94,654 since we began operations in March of 2020. The store also gave away over $500 in merchandise for many deserving causes, like the Lions Club Christmas Shopping Day for kids […]
WCSO November 2023 police services monthly report
As reported by Lt. Alan Hunt, WSCO During the month of November there were 167 calls for service in the City of Manchester. During this time, 100 traffic stops were made, resulting in 19 citations. Noteworthy events in the City during the month included: On November 30, a Collaboration Deputy responded to the 600 Block […]
Did someone say doughnuts?
by Marsha Chartrand Kathy Fusilier knows well that Manchester has come to be known as a “doughnut desert.” So she decided to do something about it. On Halloween, she served homemade doughnuts in front of Emanuel Church to trick-or-treaters. It was so popular, she decided to do it on a regular basis. So for the […]
Manchester Township Board Meeting report: moratoriums extended, new fire truck coming soon
Submitted by Sybil Kolon All board members were present at the December 12 board meeting except John Seefeld. Also present were fire chief Bill Scully and other members of the public. There were public comments about activities at Iron Mill Pond. Fire Chief Scully provided the monthly report for November. There were 45 calls for […]
Holiday fire safety begins at home, says State Fire Marshal
submitted by Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs With the holiday season and colder temperatures upon us, State Fire Marshal Kevin Sehlmeyer is reminding Michiganders to stay safe and help prevent home fires. Unattended candles, space heaters, worn lights, and dry Christmas trees all are factors that increase the risk of having a home […]
How school of choice affects Manchester and other small districts
by Marsha Chartrand, with resources from Bridge Michigan Schools of choice are not going away — and education experts say that policymakers need to make it easier for districts to cope with choice now that 1 in 4 state pupils attends a district outside their own. Adding to these concerns is the fact that the […]
From Russia, Paul Whelan still awaits justice
by Marsha Chartrand On December 8, Elizabeth Whelan, Organizer of the Whelan Family’s “Free Paul Whelan” GoFundMe page, wrote a touching update on the situation that her brother is currently facing in Russia, ending with a dictated quote from Paul that is a harshly critical departure from his usual gracious tone. It is evident from […]
Senior citizens luncheon another grand success
by Marsha Chartrand Another successful senior citizens luncheon was served at Riverside Intermediate School on Wednesday, December 6, along with stellar entertainment provided by the Riverside student body. This long-standing tradition started at Klager Elementary School in the late 1970s and originated as a way to share the holiday spirit with grandparents and elder friends […]
Manchester seniors to get a permanent home
submitted by MASCC The Manchester Area Senior Citizens Council held high hopes for the “old Ackerson School” last spring when they rented the former kindergarten room. “It has been a wonderful home for us with lots of great memories and unbelievable community support,” said Pat Vaillencourt. Several weeks ago, however, the building was listed for […]
