Civics
A lot to talk about: 15 years after devastating fire, neighbors wonder what can be done about empty lot
An overgrown vacant site in Manchester has been an eyesore for the neighborhood for 15 years. What can the city do about it? READ MORE
Articles by Elizabeth Ropp
Community
Cricket enthusiasts hope to grow a scene in Manchester
All I know about cricket is from comedian Hassan Manaj. In a 2019 episode of the popular Netflix show “The Patriot Act,” I learned that cricket is the second most popular sport in the world, next to soccer. However, cricket is not a game we typically see people playing in Manchester. On Memorial Day morning roughly 20 international students from India gather to play cricket on a baseball field in Livingston Park. READ MORE
Community
What’s the story behind Elm Street’s ‘abomination’?
I have the same conversation with my husband every summer when we sit at the Ben and Jerry’s in downtown Manchester. I gaze across Elm Street and, in between bites of Americone Dream or Coffee Coffee Buzz Buzz, I ask, “What is up with that windowless building, and who put up that yellow facade?” READ MORE
Candidate's Corner
Candidate’s Corner: Re-elect Ropp for ROP
So, why am I running for re-election to a position that has no responsibilities? It’s a way to stay engaged with my community, especially during a pandemic. READ MORE
Business
NH’s Largest Acupuncture clinic relocates Manchester office to East Side Plaza to meet demand
Manchester Acupuncture Studio will be relocating in June to the East Side Plaza. READ MORE
Featured News
In fight against opioid crisis, Governor’s Task Force endorses ear acupuncture
Last week, Governor Sununu’s Recovery Task Force showed unanimous support to expand Ear Acupuncture services in New Hampshire. As one of seven task forces that form the Governor’s Commission on Alcohol and Other Drugs, the Recovery Task Force will present their recommendation to the Commission next month. READ MORE
Civics
Register of Probate: Should it Stay or Should it go?
Please take this survey by September 15. And, don’t forget to vote in your local primary election on Tuesday, Sept. 11th. READ MORE
Featured News
Ear acupuncture offered at the New Hampshire State House
Ear Acupuncture will be offered at the New Hampshire State House Tuesday, March 13, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. READ MORE
Featured News
NH’s first conference on acupuncture for addiction this weekend
This weekend recovery workers, allied health professionals, and acupuncturists will gather at the first ever New Hampshire conference on ear acupuncture to address New Hampshire’s opioid crisis. READ MORE
Point of View
Ear acupuncture for addiction treatment: Now that we have legislation, we need your help
We need this treatment available in Safe Stations, respite care centers, 28 day rehabs, recovery community centers, home visitation programs, sober living houses, jails and prisons, recovery meetings, and peer support programs. READ MORE
