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• BMA approves FIT loan consolidation request (inklink.news) — Manchester's Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted 12-2 to consolidate four city loans to Families in Transition, helping the nonprofit refinance several affordable housing properties serving local residents. While the board rejected an additional $2.5 million request earlier, supporters said the consolidation should strengthen FIT's bid for tax credits, amid debate over city support for nonprofits and other shelter needs.
• Back-to-school anxiety: Expert tips for students (vnews.com) — A Manchester-based therapist shares practical ways to ease students' back-to-school anxiety, from setting realistic goals to reestablishing healthy sleep routines before classes start. New Hampshire mental health leaders also explain how parents can spot stress or bullying, work with school counselors, and tap statewide resources like NAMI New Hampshire and the Children's System of Care for extra support.
• Sunflower network joins Manchester airport for hidden disabilities (concordmonitor.com) — Manchester-Boston Regional Airport has joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network, letting travelers with non-visible conditions quietly signal they may need extra time, space, or assistance. Passengers can pick up free Sunflower lanyards or badges inside the terminal, complementing existing services like Aira and ASL interpreting as the airport works to make flying easier for residents with special needs.
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