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Good day Manchester! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See which 48 new businesses just opened in Manchester
  • How Manchester's Thanksgiving Road Race will honor veterans this year
  • Why Manchester stands out among Connecticut's most affordable beautiful towns

Also on today's calendar: The Homestead Celebrates Autumn with Special Autumn Decor and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Mainly cloudy, with a high of 65 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Monday: Rain and drizzle in the p.m., temps: high: 68, low: 42.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 60 and low of 38 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Dog Training Center Among 48 New Manchester Businesses Registered In September (patch.com) — Manchester just added 48 new state-registered businesses in September, including a dog training center, new event planning service, auto shop, snack bar, publisher, and school bus company. The list highlights specific streets and services, giving residents a snapshot of fresh options for shopping, pet care, transportation, and more around town.
   

• 2026 Manchester Road Race to honor military with 'Veterans Row' on Thanksgiving (fox61.com) — Manchester's iconic Thanksgiving Road Race will again spotlight veterans and active-duty military with a special "Veterans Row" tribute and pre-race reception at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial on Main Street. Thousands of runners are expected for the 90th running, with registration and details available online for residents who want to participate or cheer from the Path of Honor.
   

• The Cheapest Beautiful Towns To Live In Connecticut (worldatlas.com) — Manchester earns a spot on a statewide list of attractive, affordable towns, praised for its mix of shopping, dining, and green space like Wickham Park and downtown's Main Street. The article notes that home values here remain comparable to more rural communities, and highlights Manchester's new Cultural District designation and active arts and theater scene.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Powell: Lamont buries college scandal, says spending equals learning —Chris Powell Read on Patch
  • October Newsletter 2026
    FROM THE EASEL: My notion of Chef Karl in graphite. Original art by AJ—not AI AJ'S EDITOR'S DESK There's a bundle of thoughts and emotions each time… (Nextdoor Briarwood)
  • Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member (Evenings & Late Night) in Manchester. Apply here.
  • Genie Matthews and Associates posted a job opening for Shipping and Receiving Associate in Manchester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Manchester here.

🗞 Nearby News

East Hartford

  • East Hartford Woman Charged In Medicaid Fraud Case: State (patch.com)
  • Connecticut invests $7M to reduce chronic absenteeism amid 4-year decline (fox61.com)
  • Governor's Prevention Partnership works to keep kids off drugs (wtnh.com)

South Windsor

  • Why South Windsor Wants This $600K Property (patch.com)

Ok Manchester! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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