🌱 New Book Features Manchester Bike Bus + Man Hit While Helping Car

Hello, neighbors! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Manchester Daily. Keep reading to find out all the most important things happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Intervals of clouds and sun. High: 48 Low: 30.

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Here are the top three stories today in Manchester:

1. A new children's book by an award-winning New Hampshire artist and author is based on the true story of the Manchester Bike Bus. "The Bike Bus: Adventures in the Queen City" was recently published on Dec. 19. The 48-page picture book was written and illustrated by artist and author Peter Noonan. (Manchester Ink Link)
2. A man was struck by a car in Manchester on Tuesday night while trying to help a disabled truck. The driver of the vehicle that struck the man remained on-site when officials arrived. The man who was hit by the car was taken to the hospital with reportedly serious injuries. (WHDH)
3. Southwest Airlines continued to cancel flights at the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport. The airline is a major carrier at the airport, and more than half of its flights were showing that they were canceled on Wednesday. The Southwest CEO issued an apology. (WMUR)

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Today in Manchester:

• Yemi Afolabi At The Shaskeen Pub And Restaurant (10:00 AM)
• Recycled Percussion At The Palace Theatre (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Manchester's Parks Division has logged more than 250 hours in efforts to clean up storm debris from Manchester roads since Friday morning. Crews will continue working throughout the week to clean up debris from roads, parks, and cemeteries in the area. (Manchester, NH Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• Looking for a fitness course for the new year? Join a certified fitness instructor at the Hallsville School Gym for a six-week whole-body fitness journey! Courses are suitable for people of all fitness levels. (Manchester, NH Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• The City of Manchester's Fire Department is collecting damage assessment information for Winter Storm Elliot's impact on the city. The information helps New Hampshire determine if the state can get federal disaster assistance. (City of Manchester, NH Economic Development via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. I'll catch up with you soon with a new update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.