🌱 A Lot Of Heavy Lifting + Clothes Pickup + Team Answers 20,000 Calls

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First, today's weather:

Clouds giving way to some sun. High: 81 Low: 59.

Here are the top stories today in Manchester:

1. There will be a lot of heavy lifting his weekend at The SNHU Arena for the National Strongman competition. On Saturday, June 25, competitors from all over the world will compete in various feats of strength. Be sure to cheer on competitive weightlifter Tom Cote of Bedford who is part of the national competition. (Subscription/The Union Leader)
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3. A new Public Health & Safety Team, in partnership with the Manchester Police Department, will help address about 20,000 calls the police department receives that are not related to law enforcement. In an interview with Alderman Will Stewart, Biram Saidybah, supervisor of the Public Health & Safety Team, said they already receive an average of "three to four calls a day" for Meals On Wheels. Newly trained Community Health Workers will serve all 12 wards in Manchester to help address local neighborhood health and public safety concerns. (Twitter)
4. Manchester has a new program that will pick up clean used clothes at your door to keep them out of New Hampshire landfills. The City of Manchester announced a partnership with @Helpsy that offers free home clothes pickup and recycling services. On July 9, @Helpsy will pick up clothing in Manchester every week on Saturdays between 7 a.m.-5 p.m. The clothing "must be clean, bagged, and labeled." Residents can sign up for a clothing pick-up using an online form or by calling 1-800-244-6350. You can find out more here: (Manchester Ink Link)

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Today in Manchester:

• "Legally Blonde" — The Rex Theatre. (7:30 p.m.)
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— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a freelance writer, author, and award-winning media producer. She is committed to media projects that empower, engage, and help make the world a better place. You can find her on Instagram and Twitter.

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