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🌱 Patch AM: What JetBlue’s July 8 exit means for flying out of Manchester

Also, don’t miss Arcidi Fishing Derby on the Manchester Patch calendar

Monday May 18th Patch AM

Cheers Manchester! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️

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In today's newsletter:

  • What JetBlue’s July 8 exit means for flying out of Manchester
  • Do you remember Laureen Rahn’s 1980 disappearance from Merrimack Street?
  • Which students made SNHU’s high-honors President’s List this spring?

Also on today's calendar: Arcidi Fishing Derby and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Honeydew Melons have to get married in church? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Sunshine and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Hot; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 93, low: 73. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Breezy, warm; a p.m. t-storm, with a high of 87 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. As JetBlue soars into a sunny Florida future, Manchester is left at the gate (inklink.news) — JetBlue will end all service at Manchester-Boston Regional Airport on July 8, cutting its underperforming routes as it shifts planes to more profitable Florida flights. The move follows other low-cost carriers leaving MHT, though airlines like Southwest and Breeze will still offer options to Orlando, Tampa, and Fort Myers for Manchester travelers.    

2. New Hampshire authorities are again appealing for information about the 1980 disappearance of Laureen Rahn (newenglandnewspress.com) — Investigators are renewing their push for tips in the 1980 disappearance of 14-year-old Laureen Rahn from her Merrimack Street home in Manchester. Using modern forensic tools and a new age-progressed image, state and Manchester police are urging anyone who lived near 289 Merrimack St. or knew Laureen to contact the Cold Case Unit tip line or email with information.    

3. SNHU Announces Spring 2026 President's List (wvnews.com) — Southern New Hampshire University, based in Manchester, has released its Spring 2026 President’s List recognizing full-time undergraduates who earned at least a 3.7 GPA. While this announcement highlights students from outside New Hampshire, it underscores SNHU’s growing 300-acre Manchester campus and its role as a major local higher-education hub serving more than 200,000 learners worldwide.    

4. H.S. Baseball: Dominant pitching across Division I (unionleader.com) — High school baseball fans in Manchester will notice Central/West and Memorial featured as recent opponents in a Division I roundup highlighting dominant pitching across New Hampshire. The story breaks down standout arms, current records, and state rankings that shape how Manchester teams stack up heading into the tournament.    


📸 Around Manchester

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Manchester

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Other local events
    Wednesday May 20
  • Kickstart GMC - May 2026
    Greater Manchester Chamber, 54 Hanover Street, Manchester
    11:00 am
  • Small Business Connections presented by Bank of New Hampshire - May 2026
    Greater Manchester Chamber, 54 Hanover Street, Manchester
    12:00 pm
  • Thursday May 21
  • Girls Inc. NH Champions for the Girls Breakfast
    27 Burke St, Nashua
    8:15 am
  • Membership Office Hours
    Greater Manchester Chamber, 54 Hanover Street, Manchester
    11:00 am
  • From Vision to Reality - Building the Regional infrastructure for the Bioeconomy
    Greater Manchester Chamber, 150 Dow Street, Tower 4, Manchester
    3:30 pm
  • School Connect Event at McDonough School
    McDonough Elementary School, 550 Lowell St, Manchester
    5:00 pm
  • Saturday May 23
  • Saturday Storytime
    Wonderland Books and Toys, 245 Maple St, Manchester
    3:00 pm
  • Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
    The Rex Theatre, 23 Amherst St, Manchester
    6:00 pm
  • Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings
    The Rex Theatre 23 Amherst Street Manchester, New Hampshire 03101
    8:30 pm
  • Saturday May 30
  • Saturday Storytime
    Wonderland Books and Toys, 245 Maple St, Manchester
    3:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Dog Found Near Pine and Green St in Manchester.
    My neighbor found this cocker spaniel looking female dog. Pup is very sweet. She was found with the clothes on. No tags, just the shirt and collar… (Nextdoor Kalivas/Union)
  • Hey folks, I'm trying to find a place to put a beehive, but I'm not having much luck as most farms and orchards already have bees.
    Would anyone be willing to allow a hive on a piece of their property in exchange for a few jars of honey every harvest? I would also be able to… (Nextdoor Southside)
  • Avolta posted a job opening for Hudson Stock Associate in Manchester. Apply here.
  • V&S Galvanizing posted a job opening for Stockroom Associate in Manchester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Manchester here.

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: Because they cant elope!! (Thank you Charlie H. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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