🌱 April Showers + Two-Year Budget Vote Adds Bedford School Funding

Hello, Bedford! I'm in your inbox this morning with everything that's happening in Bedford today, including these stories:

• April showers this week
• Jacque Harrington hit home run for Providence College.
• Two-year spending bill vote would boost Bedford school funding.

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But first, today's weather:

Milder today and breezy in the afternoon. High: 56 Low: 42.

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Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. A shoutout to Providence College junior Jacque Harrington of Bedford. Harrington hit a home run that sailed out of the park over right field during the fifth inning, and brought in two runs during the second game of a two-game series against DePaul in Chicago on Sunday, April 2. The first game of the double-header was a 12-1 win for Providence College. DePaul won the second game with a score of 9-5. (Providence College Athletics)
2. The forecast this week brings good news for spring flowers — April showers are expected early this week. Today we'll see "variably cloudy" skies with mild temperatures, and a high of 56. Winds will be 12 m.p.h., with gusts up to 30 m.p.h. Showers will arrive on Tuesday morning. It will be another mild day, with a high of 57. Rain is also in the forecast for Wednesday and Thursday! See the full weather forecast here: (Bedford Patch)
3. This week, the New Hampshire House will take a weighty vote on state funding, including Medicaid and education, for the next two years. The proposed bill is good news for Bedford, which would receive $7.4 million in additional funds. Find out more about the proposed budget intrigue, wins and challenges here: (InDepthNH.org)

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From my notebook:

• Beautiful Sea Glass creations "We had a full house for our Sea Glass Creations workshops today! So many amazing creations. 😍🐚 Check our calendar for our next workshop to join and make your own beautiful creations." (The Canvas Road Show via Facebook)
• New April books: "A new month and new books on the shelf in the Children's Room!" (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a contributing writer, author, and media producer. When she's not writing, you can find her hiking or watching fireflies in the sultry moments before sunset. You can also find her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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