🌱 Adopted Pet Pics + On The Ice + Championship Coach + Library Music

Hey, everybody! It's Paula Constance, your host of the Bedford Patch newsletter. It's Friday in Bedford and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's happening in our community today. In this edition, you'll read about...

• Rand Pecknold was named head coach of 2023 Championships.
• Post a picture of your ARLNH rescue pet.
• The Bulldogs plays Londonderry in a scrimmage hockey game Friday.
• Bedford Public Library has your holiday music.

But first, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 45 Low: 25.

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Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. A shoutout to Rand Pecknold, formerly of Bedford, who is in his 29th season leading the Quinnipiac men's ice hockey team. Pecknold was "named the head coach of the United States National Junior team for the upcoming 2023 Junior World Championships!" He is also "ranked second among all active NCAA Division I coaches in career victories and 10th all-time." (GoBobcats.com)
2. "Did you adopt your pet from the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire?" Post your pet's picture in the comments in the ARLNH's "Roll Call" post. The post has been up for one day and it already has 184 comments and three shares! ("Bonus points" if you post a pet picture with a holiday theme!) Also find adoptable pets and Christmas trees on sale to support shelter pets over the holiday season: (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
3. There's a chill in the air, so get ready—it's time for Bedford to play hockey! The Bulldogs Boys Hockey Team can't wait to get on the ice. Watch the action when the Bulldogs play Londonderry in a scrimmage game at the Tri-Town ice arena at 6:30 on Friday. Find out more here: (Bedford Hockey via Facebook)
4. If you're looking for holiday music to get into the spirit of the season, check out a wide variety of Christmas favorites and new music CDs at the Bedford Public Library. View the online library here: (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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Today in Bedford:

• Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Majestic Theatre! (7 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• Lost lady now found: "Update: dad came and picked me up! Bedford Residents and Visitors This big lady was found on Wallace Rd, at Cambridge Rd here in Bedford. Unfortunately, no microchip or collar to be found." (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Adopt "Snowshoe Hares": "Snowshoe Hares, available for a limited time only, a Holiday Limited Edition. (We don't have a wildlife license... these are domestic rabbits. Just play along.) Bugsy and Malone aren't actually huge on snow, and they would prefer to stay." (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Another photo pallet workshop: "Once again never disappointed! Our Photo pallet workshop always amazes me how gorgeous they come everytime! Great way to display a family photograph and make the best gifts Missed it? We will be doing it again Feb. 4th." (The Canvas Road Show via Facebook)
• Don't forget to register! "Miss Jane wants to remind everyone the deadline to register for this program is fast approaching. Get those last minute registrations in to be sure you don't miss this fun event!!! Visit www.BedfordRecOnline.com to register today!" (Town of Bedford Recreation Department via Facebook)

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That's it for today. I'll see you around!

— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a contributing writer, author, and award-winning media producer. She is committed to media projects that empower, engage, and help make the world a better place. When she's not writing, you can find her hiking or watching fireflies in the sultry moments before sunset. You can follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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