Weekly Patch Preview

Coming up this week on your Town and Country - Manchester Patch site:

Martin Luther King Holiday- 

Patch takes a look back that the civil right's movement through the eyes of a life-long Manchester resident. She'll share her story of school desegregation and more with Patch readers.

Manchester Board of Alderman Budget Discussion-

The Manchester Board of Aldermen will once again discuss the city's 2011 budget. It's an issue that's caused much heated debate between aldermen and residents. Patch will be cover Monday night's meeting and let readers know what happens, plus we'll take a closer look at the abstention issue and the history behind what makes it such a hot topic now.

Candidate Filing Deadline This Week for April Election-

The deadline for candidate filings for the April 5 election is end of business Tuesday. Patch will take a closer look at who's running for both the Town and Country and Manchester Board of Aldermen races. Plus, what the candidates believe are the big issues.

Business Breakdown-

Business owners wanting to branch out in the new year may consider joining their local chamber of commerce, but memberships aren't cheap. This week a look at whether it's worth the investment.

Emergency Crews Train for Ice Rescue-

We'll show you how local firefighters and rescue teams are preparing for ice rescues in the cold temps. We'll be there as they train and show you just what it takes to be prepared in the case of an emergency.

Town and Country - Manchester Markdowns-

In this weekly segment, Patch will give you a wrap of where you can find some of the best deals this week in your neighborhood. Winter apparel is the deal of the week, with some stores offering up to 70 percent off. Pamper your skin with skincare events and celebrate a local store's grand opening with raffles, giveaways and fun activities for parents and kids! 

Culinary Corner-

Once a guilty indulgence, bread can be a healthy source of whole grains with irresistable flavors and textures. Culinary expert Natalia Motola will explain how to make different kinds of bread at home, where you'll find the ingredients you need and where to pick up a loaf at your local stores.

High School Sports-

A unique look at hockey and racquetball highlight this week's high school sports.

These stories and much more will be posted this week.  If you have something you'd like to see us write about, email me atGabrielle.Biondo@Patch.com.