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Good morning, Manchester! In today’s edition: IV vitamin therapy boom, Disney On Ice: Frozen and Encanto, the dangerous art of chainsaw sculpture, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
From hangovers to wellness: New Hampshire is seeing a surge in IV vitamin therapy clinics, with providers touting immune boosts and relaxation, and a Portsmouth franchise emphasizing safety and licensed medical oversight — get all the details.
City Hall compensation clash: A plan for Manchester’s first Aldermanic pay raise in 48 years drew a negative committee recommendation, despite proposal from outgoing Alderman Chris Morgan. The full board will decide in January — get all the details.
Community memories take center stage: Ted Menswar Jr. was introduced to a group preserving Manchester, New Hampshire, sports history, set to mark 20 years in 2026, with stories the publication will archive — read the full story.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Protect your nest egg: Savvy investors are turning to gold amidst today’s inflation, national debt, and market uncertainty for a reason. It holds its value when everything else feels shaky. Case in point: it’s up ~62% since this month last year. If you’re curious about adding it and other precious metals to your portfolio, American Hartford has a super helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free, and definitely worth a read — check it out here.
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🫶 We got your back
Key funding advances housing plans: Manchester’s former Hallsville School was approved for 2026 Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, a key step toward 36 affordable apartments. The project ranked second among eligible applications. State housing officials approved $4.84 million in credits for six projects in 2026, representing more than 200 apartments. Get all the details.
Curiosity boost, no screens: SEE Science Center turns that push-every-button urge into hands-on play with light, electricity, and motion, plus the Guinness-recognized LEGO Millyard built from over 3 million bricks. A low-pressure way to spark wonder, with or without kids.
Crave-worthy burrito run: When crispy fries tucked in a warm tortilla call your name, California Burritos answers with fresh fillings, that West Coast style California burrito, and carne asada fries that vanish fast. Dependable, satisfying, and zero fuss for nights when cooking feels optional.
Thinning hair? Same: I’ve been shedding a lot, and recently noticed my ponytail feeling thinner. After way too much panic-Googling, I discovered Keranique’s hair regrowth system. Everything with them is surprisingly easy: no quizzes, no pills, no choosing between dozens of products. Just grab the kit and follow the instructions. The best part? It’s $75 off right now, you’ll get three free gifts, AND you’ll get your money back if you don’t love the results.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🕯 The Lost Baker of Vienna @ Bookery Manchester | Friday (1/9) at 12:30 PM – In honor of Holocaust Remembrance Month, trade your small talk for time with author Sharon Kurtzman reading The Lost Baker of Vienna, a story of love, loss, and hope after war. A thoughtful reading and discussion that lingers. Bring curiosity, respect, and maybe a tissue.
⛸ Disney On Ice – Frozen and Encanto @ SNHU Arena | Friday (1/9) at 7:00 PM – Whether you still know every word to Let It Go or only speak Encanto via “we don’t talk about Bruno,” Disney On Ice whirls Frozen and Encanto onto the rink for peak kid joy. Expect dazzling skating, big sing-alongs, and a solid bedtime after.
🎸 Little Lies @ The Rex Theatre | Friday (1/9) at 7:30 PM – An eight-piece tribute pulls into town with Fleetwood Mac’s youthful spark and stacked harmonies, spinning breezy favorites like Dreams and Go Your Own Way, plus vintage gems from the Peter Green and Bob Welch eras. Romance and dancing encouraged, family drama optional, Rumours guaranteed.
🎉 2026 New Year Kickoff Watch Party & Potluck @ Young Living | Saturday (1/10) at 11:30 AM – Shed the resolution guilt and kick off the year at a Young Living watch party and potluck with a product expo, samples, a live broadcast, and raffles for early RSVPs. Swap stories, label your casserole for the gluten, dairy crowd, and set some doable goals.
🎨 The Dangerous Art of Chainsaw Sculpture @ Manchester City Library | Saturday (1/10) at 12:00 PM – Skip the leaf blower and swing by Manchester City Library for a sawdust-free peek at world-famous chainsaw sculptor Dr. “The Machine” Jesse Green. Through jaw-dropping photos, stories, and lively Q&A, you’ll see how he turns trees into gigantic, death-defying art, while your cardigan stays clean.
🥁 Recycled Percussion @ The Palace Theatre | Saturday (1/10) at 1:00 PM – Recycled Percussion, the legendary New Hampshire drumming crew from America’s Got Talent and Vegas stages, is back with a high-energy, junkyard-beat spectacle. Come for the nostalgia, stay for the stick tricks, the clever chaos, and the reminder that anything can be a drum.
🎸 Eddie Sands @ The Hill Bar & Grille | Saturday (1/10) at 5:30 PM – Eddie Sands is posting up at The Hill Bar & Grille, your cue to trade the to-do list for a barstool. Expect a tight live set, cold drinks, and that familiar crowd that still knows your order, and your nickname.
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📻 Manchester report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 41°F – Low: 21°F – Precip: 3%
Sunny, with a high near 41. Northwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Patchy freezing fog after 9pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 21. West wind around 0 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 44°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 45%
Patchy freezing fog before 10am, then a chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 44. South wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A chance of rain showers before 3am. Cloudy, with a low around 37. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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