Community Corner

🌱 Patch AM: Will a 16-story tower reshape downtown Manchester’s skyline and parking?

Also check out Photography Weekend Intensive - Amherst, NH - Oct 10-11 on the Manchester Patch calendar

Patch AM Team's profile picture
Patch AM Team, Patch StaffVerified Patch Staff Badge
Monday October 5th Patch AM
Monday October 5th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hey there, Manchester! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Will a 16-story tower reshape downtown Manchester's skyline and parking?
  • How Kingston Green powered Manchester West's big win over Milford.
  • How Manchester police helped crack a deadly Hollis armed robbery case

Also on today's calendar: Photography Weekend Intensive - Amherst, NH - Oct 10-11 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: A shower; becoming windier, with a high of 68 and low of 41 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Sunny and breezy at times, temps: high: 61, low: 33.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 67 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Dozens speak for, against 16-story Manchester tower proposed... (unionleader.com) — A proposed 16-story mixed-use tower in downtown Manchester is drawing strong reactions, with church leaders and some residents worried about parking, shade and neighborhood impacts, while city economic officials tout it as key to attracting young professionals. The debate highlights competing visions for how Manchester should grow and what kind of downtown experience residents want.
   

2. Offensive line, Green power Manchester West football team to... (unionleader.com) — Manchester West High's football team, led by powerful running back Kingston Green and a dominant offensive line, rolled to a 27-16 win over previously unbeaten Milford. Green racked up 255 rushing yards and four touchdowns, continuing a standout season that has powered West to a strong 4-1 start and given local fans plenty to cheer about.
   

3. Man and Woman From Pittsfield Accused Of Armed Robbery That Left A Dog Fatally Shot (patch.com) — Manchester police helped arrest two Pittsfield residents wanted in connection with an armed robbery in Hollis where a dog was fatally shot, following a two‑month investigation. Local, state, and federal agencies, including Manchester officers, continue probing the case, and additional charges are possible as details about the Laurel Hill Road incident are finalized.
   

4. Londonderry firefighter who caught fire now recovering at home (wmur.com) — A Londonderry firefighter who was briefly engulfed in flames during a Friday night house fire is now recovering at home with a leg fracture and minor burns. Crews from several nearby towns, including Manchester, helped battle the blaze, while all five residents safely escaped, underscoring the close cooperation among local departments that protect Manchester-area communities.
   

5. Defense seeks lawyers for witnesses in Derry warehouse stabb... (unionleader.com) — A Derry murder trial tied to a 2025 warehouse stabbing now involves witnesses who may face their own legal exposure over bulk Apple product shipping, prompting defense requests for them to get lawyers. The victim later died at Elliot Hospital in Manchester, linking the high‑stakes case and its potential immunity decisions to a key city medical center.
   

📸 Around Manchester

Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!

🗓 Upcoming Events in Manchester

Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!

★ Featured events ★

Want to see your event featured? Click here!

Other local events

📣 Manchester Shout Outs!

Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

 

Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Manchester PatchAM possible:

Click here to show your appreciation! 💚

Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Update: Merlin's people are on their way to pick him up.
    Thanks to everyone who shared the post! Found a very friendly cat on Elgin Ave. Seemed scared to be outside, so we let him or her in. Found around… (Nextdoor North End)
  • Missing cat, Merlin age 6.
    All black indoor cat. Missing since last night. If found please contact respond here. (Nextdoor North End)
  • Disabledperson, Inc posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate at Walmart in Manchester, New Hampshire in Manchester. Apply here.
  • Family Dollar posted a job opening for Assistant Manager II 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: "The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ?" — Footsteps (Thank you Patty G. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!

👉 Help make Patch AM better

We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what's happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.

Share to NextDoor     Share to Facebook

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

More from Manchester