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 Marsha Chartrand

[Photos] Klager kids honor veterans

by Marsha Chartrand

 Marsha Chartrand

Trunk or Treat at River Raisin Distillery (photos)

by Marsha Chartrand River Raisin Distillery hosted a community Trunk or Treat event on Elton Street last Sunday from 1 to 3pm. The street was jam-packed with cars, balloon animals, painted faces, a bounce house, and costumed kids and adults. Spook-tacular fun was had by all and it’s a fair guess that plenty of sugared-up […]

 Sara Swanson

Photos: Skeletons & more make for spooky Halloween yard displays!

by Sara Swanson The Village of Manchester has been invaded by an army of skeletons! Backed up by inflatables, spiderwebs, pumpkins, cornstalks, bats, hats, cats, and more, this year’s Halloween rivals Christmas in decoration quantity and must surpass it in decoration creativity! If you are looking for a fun afternoon activity, hop in your car […]

 Marsha Chartrand

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 […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Photos: Klager/Riverside Fun Run exceeds $15,000 goal to support PTO projects

photos by Marsha Chartrand

 Marsha Chartrand

Homecoming Parade and Pandemonium (photos)

 Sara Swanson

Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts hold 9/11 remembrance event

submitted by Jenni Hagood, Cub Scout Pack 421 Boy Scout Troop 426 and Cub Scout Pack 421 held a ceremony last Monday evening for a 9/11 Community Day of Remembrance near the tank at the American Legion. The 9/11 Community Day of Remembrance and Scout Salute is a widespread annual event providing an opportunity for […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Farewell to a Firefighter

Story and photos by Marsha Chartrand It was truly the passing of an age for the Manchester Township Fire Department. Harry Johnson, 97, was honored for his years of service by his fellow firefighters last week at his funeral ceremony. Harry was remembered not only for his dedication but for his sense of humor and […]

 Sara Swanson

Photo: Tree balanced on power line

Last Thursday’s storm uprooted many trees and damaged many power lines. One notable example was a large maple on the corner of Ann Arbor Hill and Auburn, across from Klager Elementary. It was taken down Sunday afternoon, just in time for the first day of school, and power was restored to neighbors.

 Sara Swanson

Fair parade photos

The Annual Fair Parade kicked off the 78th Manchester Community Fair last Tuesday. Beautiful weather and many parade participants made for a long, candy-filled, enjoyable parade!