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Greetings Manchester! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Manchester's new tourism chief plans to boost downtown and beyond.
  • Manchester remembers beloved police K-9 Hank and his years of service.
  • What Manchester drivers need to know about the sudden Queen City Bridge closure

Also on today's calendar: Guitar Monsters Benefit Show feat. Johnny A., Jon Butcher & Dave Amato and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: Is there anybody completely useless? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 65 and low of 41 degrees.
  • Thursday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 68, low: 44.
  • Friday: Chance of a little p.m. rain, with a high of 71 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Manchester's New Tourism Group Picks Its First Executive Director, Formerly Of Intown Concord (patch.com) — Manchester's new tourism organization, Visit Manchester has hired longtime resident Jessica Martin as its first executive director to promote the city as a destination for dining, shopping, and entertainment. The group aims to boost downtown businesses, build partnerships, and raise Manchester's profile, with a public launch event planned at the Rex Theatre on September 30.
   

2. Manchester police dog, Hank, remembered as 'dedicated partner' (unionleader.com) — Manchester residents are mourning Hank, a beloved Manchester police K-9 who served alongside Sgt. Ben Foster since 2019 and helped keep the city safe on countless calls. Remembered as a loyal, energetic partner deployed at local events and even presidential visits, Hank leaves a legacy of courage, service, and strong bonds with officers and community members alike.
   

3. Two NH bridges face closures in two days following inspections (wmur.com) — The Queen City Bridge in Manchester is completely closed after inspectors found heavy rust and a possible crack in a key truss, forcing officials to halt traffic while they assess the damage. With no reopening timeline yet, residents should plan alternate routes and expect ongoing disruption, as engineers clean the structure, run detailed tests, and determine what repairs are needed.
   

4. This New Hampshire Restaurant Has Been Serving Its Neighborhood For More Than 100 Years (takingthekids.com) — A century-old Manchester landmark, the Red Arrow Diner on Lowell Street continues serving locals and visitors 24/7 with hearty breakfasts, comfort food, and quirky touches like bacon-by-the-mug and napkin art. Deeply tied to the city's French-Canadian roots and presidential primary tradition, it remains a go-to stop near Elm Street and the Palace Theatre for affordable, memorable meals.
   

5. Jonas Brothers Ticket Giveaway (audacy.com) — Local fans have a chance to win tickets to see the Jonas Brothers perform at TD Garden in Boston on September 25 and at SNHU Arena in downtown Manchester on September 26. By entering an online contest during a two-hour window on September 25, one winner will receive mobile tickets, subject to standard contest and venue requirements.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

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