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Hey Manchester, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: DMV ticket scam texts, a $10k cat surgery lesson, and coin and currency expo + lots of fun things to do for free.

Quick money tip: 2025 was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%. Analysts expect the momentum to continue, making precious metals a smart way to protect your savings. Curious how it works? Check out AHG’s free investor guide.*

📰 In the news

Phishing scheme hits residents: New Hampshire officials warn drivers to ignore scam texts about unpaid tickets. Messages pose as the DMV and include fake links. Delete them and contact police if you shared information — learn what to do next.

More support for local landscapes: Bartlett Tree Experts has acquired Lee Gilman & Associates, expanding scientific plant health care and certified arborist services for homes and businesses across southern New Hampshire, reaching communities around Manchester — read the full story.

Year-round audio enhancement: Nashua seeks proposals for a permanent outdoor sound system at Renaissance Park to support public events. Contractors will design and install a weather resistant setup. Proposals are due March 25 — get all the details.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*

Paying hundreds of dollars a month for car insurance? Switching providers could save you up to $600 a year, and shopping around is way faster than it used to be – free comparison tools like this one make it easy.*

Highlights this week:

• Reconnect at the Wood Badge reunion dinner
• Join the St. Patrick’s no-parade party
• Play music bingo with DJ Joe
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home*

💎 Local business spotlight

Low-key Irish hangout: Whether you’re posting up for live tunes, chasing trivia glory, or just craving no-fuss pub comfort, Shaskeen Pub keeps the vibes friendly and the pints flowing. Their weekly comedy, open mic, and rap nights make it extra easy to turn an average evening into an actual plan.

Go full zen: When your shoulders creep toward your ears, book an hour at Chill Spa. Thoughtful facials, knot-melting massages, and a warm, low-key vibe make it an easy midweek reset—and a solid excuse to put your phone on Do Not Disturb, Manchester-style.

Off-leash oasis ahead: Manchester Dog Park keeps things easy with a fully fenced run, double-gated entry, and a friendly, members-only setup that stays clean and low-drama. Perfect for quick weekday zoomies or letting your social butterfly collect new sniff-buddies. (manchesternh.gov)

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

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The $1,300 mistake most Americans make every year: According to the National Financial Education Council, poor financial literacy costs the average American over a thousand dollars annually. That’s not investment losses. That’s money lost to bad decisions, missed strategies, and advice from people who may not always put your interests first. There’s a free way to fix that, and it starts with one question. Find out what it is →

$22k in interest (on a $30k balance): That’s what minimum payments cost you over 20 years. You’ll pay back nearly double what you borrowed, and your credit card company is counting on you not doing that math. Debt settlement programs negotiate balances down and get people out of debt in 2-4 years instead of 20. Learn more about how they work →

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared five programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as “normal wear and tear,” and they’re 100% on you. We looked into solutions that fill that gap. Here’s what we found →

📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

💃 603 Line Dancing @ The Goat | Wednesday (3/18) at 7:00 PM – Monday and Wednesday at 7 in the 603 mean free line dancing, no partner required, just a willingness to laugh at your feet. Start as a beginner, stay for the camaraderie, and on Wednesdays, 25-cent wings that make your two-step feel like a gym membership.

📈 Candor Investment Meetup @ Backyard Brewery & Kitchen | Monday (3/23) at 6:30 PM – Pull up a stool at Backyard Brewery for Manchester’s first Candor Investment Meetup of 2026, a free hang for locals who discuss cap rates with their beer. Trade NH market intel with investors, agents, lenders, and more, and leave with real leads, not barstool theories.

🩸 Blood Drive @ Elliot Hospital | Friday (3/27) at 10:00 AM – Roll up a sleeve between coffee and errands. Elliot Hospital is hosting a blood drive for the AFE Foundation, and your pint helps moms and babies during rare childbirth emergencies. Sign up at RedCrossBlood.org with sponsor code ElliotAFE, or try your luck walking in.

💰 New Hampshire Coin and Currency Expo @ DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown | Friday (4/3) at 10:00 AM – Got a coffee can of change, or a spot for shiny things? New England’s biggest coin show hits DoubleTree Manchester with 200 tables, buy, sell, trade, and free appraisals. Browse currency minted since 1792, invest in gold, or silver, and feel smarter than the bank.

🌱 Seed Swap @ Manchester City Library | Friday (4/3) at 1:00 PM – Bring your extra packets and heirloom seeds to the Manchester Library for a neighborly swap with the Manchester Garden Club. Trade what you didn’t plant for what you want, stock the Seed Library, and head home plotting flower beds, tomatoes, and mild garden domination.

💼 Immediate Openings @ Manchester, Nh 1500 S. Willow St. Mall of NH | Saturday (4/11) at 10:00 AM – Turn a mall run into a career upgrade at Masis Staffing’s job fair at the Mall of New Hampshire. Immediate openings, on-the-spot interviews, and roles from administrative to warehouse, $17 to $25 an hour. Bring your resume, walk in, maybe walk out hired.

📖 Storytime @ Bookery Manchester | Saturday (4/18) at 11:00 AM – If your living room is mediating crayon disputes, head to The Bookery for storytime and a craft with Alexandra’s new picture book, Hazel & Herbert. Expect gentle laughs about patience, forgiveness, and real apologies. Perfect for ages 3 to 7, free, and open to all.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Manchester report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 41°F – Low: 17°F – Precip: 4%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 41. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 17. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 37°F – Low: 22°F – Precip: 0%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 37. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 22. South wind 0 to 5 mph.

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