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• Video: Driver Injured in Vehicle Fire at Manchester Intersection (patch.com) — Manchester residents saw a frightening scene Friday morning when a vehicle caught fire at the busy intersection of Spencer and Olcott streets, injuring the driver. Fire crews from Engine 1 and Truck 2 quickly extinguished the blaze, but two lanes of Spencer Street were shut down for about 45 minutes while first responders worked and the driver was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
• Arrest warrant details timeline in fatal crash that killed a Manchester 4 year old (fox61.com) — A young Manchester child's death in a June traffic crash has led to detailed arrest warrants for her parents and the driver, all tied to events on local streets and at Manchester Superior Court. Investigators outline prior supervision concerns, alleged speeding and phone use by the driver, and upcoming court dates that many residents will be watching closely.
• What to know about the 2026 CIAC boys cross country season (ctpost.com) — This season preview for CIAC boys cross country highlights key returning teams and runners while noting that major championship meets will again be held at Wickham Park in Manchester. Local fans can look ahead to late-October and early-November races bringing top high school talent into town, with Manchester serving as a central stage for statewide competition.
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