Manchester-by-the-Sea has lit up the big screen in eight Hollywood films, including screenwriter Kenneth Lonergan’s recent drama, Manchester by the Sea, starring Casey Affleck and Michelle Williams. It’s not surprising. This snug seaside town is as picturesque as it is livable. Admittedly, I’m biased, having grown up there. But Manchester-by-the-Sea has this way of tugging at your heartstrings. It’s small without being provincial, filled with interesting people, and steeped in history and tradition, yet also forward thinking and unassuming in many ways. Add gorgeous beaches, fun shops, and tasty places to eat
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