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🌱 Patch AM: Fall Hydrant Flushing Coming Up In Manchester

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Friday August 28th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Good day Manchester! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Expect temporary water changes as Manchester hydrants are flushed this fall

Also on today's calendar: Challengers Big Potluck Picnic Day! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 81 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Saturday: Clouds and sun; less humid, temps: high: 84, low: 61.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 87 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Fall Hydrant Flushing Coming Up In Manchester (patch.com) — Manchester residents can expect fall hydrant flushing to begin in September and continue through October, with work occurring both during the day and at night. The township's utilities department warns that you may notice temporary water pressure changes and discoloration, and advises running only cold water until it clears. Officials emphasize that flushing is essential maintenance to keep local water lines clean and reliable.
   

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    I set a new personal best time last year of 2 hours. See if you can beat that! (Nextdoor Leisure Knoll)
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    RIP Dolly. Thank you for being such a brilliant light in this dark world. I hope you and Kenny are singing this up there right now. #dollyparton … (Nextdoor Leisure Knoll)

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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: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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