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If you were to pick a neighborhood you'd wish to be a part of, Goffe's Falls would surely be in the running. The guests of the Goffe's Falls Heritage Day, held on May 3, 2008 would certainly confirm your choice! More than an opportunity to see what made this place special for two centuries, the gathering allowed the attendees to be part of a celebration dedicated to the memory of Manchester's first settlers, as well those who came later, and their timeless stories.

You've passed them too many times to count, all the while they've begged to tell you their stories...

No, the hitching post is not a common sight here in Manchester, nor any other New England city. What they represent, when they are seen, is the Victorian era's equivalent of the the park position of your automobile.

PARTIII- With a heavy blow, the "gavel" smashed an irreplaceable monument to bits.

Has the Gavel Fallen? Part III

"The Weight of the Gavel"...what is it intended to mean? The "Gavel" as referred to in previous articles is simply the decision, or decision making process to which the fate of Manchester's historic structures are subjected. In this particular case, the title of "Has the Gavel Fallen" begged the question, "Has the final decision been made? Could there be any negotiations?" Intonations from the mayor himself suggested a small amount of hope remained.