🌱 Bedford Police Chief Supports Bail Reform + Free Bald Eagle Webinar

Hello, neighbors! It's Paula Constance, your host of the Patch newsletter. Let's get this Monday started off right with a quick review of everything you need to know that's happening these days in town, including:

• Bedford police chief wants the state to change bail laws to "make communities safer."
• More snow on Tuesday
• Free New Hampshire Audubon bald eagle webinar.

But first, today's weather:

Some sun, then clouds. High: 35 Low: 27.

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Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. Don't put your winter coat away yet — more snow is heading our way! Snow is expected on Tuesday, with accumulations of one to three inches. Another inch of snowfall is expected early Tuesday night. Snow will give way to partly cloudy skies overnight, with a low of 27. Drive carefully. Roads may be slippery! (Weather.com)
2. If you're lucky, you may have spotted a bald eagle by the Merrimack River in Bedford. Find out more about "New Hampshire's only nesting eagle" and how this spectacular Bedford visitor "came to be recognized as our national icon." Join the New Hampshire Audubon Society for a free webinar on Feb. 28 at 6:30 p.m. Find out more and register here: (NH Audubon)
3. Bedford Police Chief John Bryfonski, who is also the president of the New Hampshire Association of Police Chiefs, told senators the state needs stronger bail and detention policies. Two bills on the docket for the March 9 session would significantly change the state’s bail system. If passed, a defendant could be held for "up to 36 hours" for crimes including homicide, sexual assault, kidnappings, stalking and other crimes. "With tighter detention policies, communities would be safer," Bryfonski said. (Concord Monitor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!

— 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 follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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