Daily editionSaturday, September 19th, 2026
Good morning, Manchester.
The 5AM Manchester Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of September.
Community
Manchester's Stephen Singer was named a Myra Kraft Community MVP Award Winner by the Kraft family (recognized by the New England Patriots Foundation) for his community efforts.
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Shogun, a 2-year-old Akita weighing 99 lbs, is looking for a pet-free home in Bedford where he can enjoy walks and playful afternoons.
Animal Rescue League NH (545 Route 101) welcomes inquiries from families ready to bring him home.
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Business
Yamaha is suing Motorcycles of Manchester for nearly $2.8 million over a breach of an inventory financing agreement set in 2024 — the claim includes missed payments for inventory, parts, and interest across five local locations.
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Flatbread Co (an earth oven flatbread pizza company with outlets in North Conway, Portsmouth and even Hawaii) is set to open in the former IHOP in Bedford while a Salem restaurant will operate under a new name.
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Culture
Manchester's Eva Castillo will receive the First Amendment Award in recognition of her decades of advocacy for free speech, honoring her long-standing community work.
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The 2026 harvest moon will be full on Saturday, Sept. 26 at 12:49 p.m. ET and light up the evening sky across New Hampshire.
Local residents can check moonrise times (Sept. 25, 26, and 27) and prepare to enjoy the colorful view.
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Real Estate
A Manchester developer filed plans for a 16-story building with the city — officials will review the proposal soon.
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