Mayor Jay Ruais

Mayor of the Queen City, Manchester, NH. Nonprofit Professional with a background tackling addiction & homelessness. Army Infantry Officer. Father. Husband.

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A beautiful morning for our Veterans Day Parade as we came together as a City to honor those who have served and sacrificed for our nation. Thank you to all who came out to show their support and give thanks!

Photo Credits: Jeffrey Hastings

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Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served in our nation’s Armed Forces. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedoms represent the highest ideals of service. On behalf of our community, we extend our deepest gratitude to all veterans for their unwavering commitment to our country.

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A reminder that our second  Sununu Youth Services Center Property Task Force community meeting is happening tonight! Please see below for details:

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A new appointment system is now available through the Tax Collector’s Office! You can now schedule appointments online for motor vehicle and property tax services, helping make visits more convenient and reduce wait times. Please see the press release below for details!

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A reminder that our first Sununu Youth Services Center Property Task Force community meeting is happening tonight!

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Today is Election Day! Thank you to our poll workers, volunteers, the City Clerk’s Office, and everyone across Manchester working to make today a success. For information regarding your polling location, please visit:

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Happy Halloween, Manchester! Trick-or-treating is tonight from 4–7 PM. Be safe and we hope you enjoy the day!

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Downtown Trick-or-Treat is underway! Come on down, bring the family, and enjoy an afternoon of Halloween fun while visiting local businesses and collecting some candy. Happy Halloween!

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Congratulations to Hope for NH Recovery on the launch of the Pivot Program! This important initiative provides short-term housing for those in crisis, resources, and support to help individuals facing difficult circumstances find their next steps. Thank you for making a difference in our community and helping those in need move forward.

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As part of our Sununu Youth Services Center Property Task Force, we have schedule two community meetings in order to provide updates on the current status of the property’s sale and an opportunity for community members to share feedback on its future use and redevelopment. Please see below for more information!

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Yesterday, we celebrated the groundbreaking for the transformation of the historic Hallsville School into 36 units of affordable apartments, with continued access for our community to the gym!

This project represents an important step toward creating more housing opportunities for our city. Thank you to all of our incredible community and state partners who made this possible.

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Last night, the Board of Aldermen approved my proposal to enhance the City’s Office of Youth Services and strengthen its role in supporting Manchester youth. This proposal is the result of over six months of work and community engagement. With this effort, we can continue to improve upon our efforts to address chronic absenteeism, classroom engagement, and graduation rates. Thank you to all who contributed to this process.

Please see the press release below for more details:

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It was an honor to recognize Assistant Fire Chief Flurey for more than 27 years of dedicated service to Manchester and Brenda Masewic Adams, the City’s Tax Collector for receiving the NH DMV Municipal Agent Excellence Award. Both exemplify the very best of public service through their leadership, commitment, and dedication to our community. Thank you both for all you do for Manchester!

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Wonderful to be a part of the opening this morning for The King’s Court Community Center!

This new facility will provide exciting opportunities for young people and families through sports, mentorship, and community engagement.

Congratulations to Phil and Kaylin and all who had a role in making today possible!

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These abhorrent acts of hatred and vandalism have no place in Manchester. Those responsible must be identified and brought to justice. Our city will not tolerate antisemitism, racism, homophobia, or any form of hate.

Anyone with information or surveillance footage related to these incidents is urged to contact the Manchester Police Department at 603-668-8711.

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Happy 100th Birthday, Sister Cecile Tanguay! Thank you for inviting me to celebrate your special day. May God bless you always!

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This morning, I joined the Governor and community leaders for the announcement of @KellyAyotte NH Promise initiative, offering tuition-free college to eligible NH students from families earning under $100,000 annually.

Here in Manchester, Manchester Community College and UNH Manchester help prepare the next generation. This initiative expands educational opportunities, strengthens our workforce, and invests in Manchesters future.

Thank you, Governor Ayotte, and all the partners making this possible.

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It was great to join Governor Ayotte, Senator Lou D’Allesandro, and the Friends of Italian Americans for their 2nd Annual Columbus Day Breakfast!

Today, we celebrated Italian American heritage and honored Alex Ray, founder of the Common Man Family of Restaurants, for his incredible philanthropy and humanitarian efforts here in NH and around the world.

Congratulations, Alex, on this well-deserved recognition!

Happy Columbus Day!

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Congratulations to the students at Manchester School of Technology on completing their second aircraft! Such an impressive achievement and a great example of the talent and hands-on learning happening right here in Manchester. Great work by everyone involved!