Letter to the editor: Touched by angels
9-14-2026 To the two angels who happened to appear out of nowhere in the vicinity of the old library at 9:30am on Sunday, September 6: My deepest gratitude for your quick thinking and response. You no doubt allowed me to see another sunrise. I am overwhelmed with your compassion. Once again, thank you and bless […]
Public notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP, WASHTENAW COUNTY, MICHIGAN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR VARIANCE APPLICATIONS Notice is hereby given that the Bridgewater Township Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Township Hall (10990 Clinton Road) to receive comments on a request from Timothy […]
Letter to the editor: Manchester Fair Animal Clubs thank sponsors
September 3, 2026 The Manchester Fair Animal Clubs would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to all of the generous sponsors who supported the youth livestock exhibitors and helped make this year fair a success! These local businesses and organizations play such an important role in helping our kids have the opportunity to raise, care […]
Public notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING SYNOPSIS 3-Sep-26 The regular monthly meeting of the Bridgewater Township Board of Trustees was called to order by Supervisor Fromhart at 7:05 p.m. Five board members were present (quorum), 9 people were present from the public and 4 citizens spoke. The board approved the 6-Aug-26 meeting minutes as presented. […]
Public notice: City of Manchester
CITY OF MANCHESTER NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL VACANCY The City of Manchester is accepting letters of interest from qualified residents interested in serving on the Manchester City Council following the passing of City Councilor Marsha Chartrand. The position will go until November 2028. To be eligible for appointment to the City Council, an individual must […]
Public notice: Freedom Township
Freedom Township Board 11508 Pleasant Lake Road, Manchester, MI 48158 SYNOPSIS OF MEETING MINUTES August 11, 2026, Regular Board Meeting Held in person at the Freedom Town Hall Meeting called to order at 8:00pm Members present: Lindemann, Bristle, Layher, Schaible, Huehl absent-none  4 public in attendance. The board heard public comments, communications received, and […]
Losing Marsha
by Sara Swanson I am sad to announce the passing of Marsha Chartrand, a founder of the Manchester Mirror, my co-editor, and my friend. The paper would not have gotten off the ground without her involvement, and we will miss her knowledge of decades of Manchester history, newspaper industry experience, and moral compass. Although she […]
Public notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING SYNOPSIS 6-Aug-26 The regular monthly meeting of the Bridgewater Township Board of Trustees was called to order by Supervisor Fromhart at 7:04 p.m. Five board members were present (quorum) with 5 citizens in attendance. The board approved the 04-Jun-26 meeting minutes as presented. The board approved the agenda as […]
Public notice: Manchester Township
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, the Manchester Township Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing, in accordance with the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, PA 110 of 2006, as amended, on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 07:00 pm at the Manchester Township Offices, located at 275 S. Macomb Street, Manchester, MI 48158. PURPOSE: The purpose of this […]
Public notice: Freedom Township
Freedom Township Board 11508 Pleasant Lake Road, Manchester, MI 48158 SYNOPSIS OF MEETING MINUTES July 14, 2026, Regular Board Meeting Held in person at the Freedom Town Hall Meeting called to order at 8:00pm Members present: Lindemann, Bristle, Layher, Schaible, Huehl absent-none  6 public in attendance. The board heard public comments, communications received, and […]
