🌱 Blazing Scooter + Taco Tour Returns + Dachowski New President

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A cold day with plenty of sunshine. High: 31. Low: 16.

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Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. Congratulations Jeffrey Dachowski from Bedford, who was elected president of the Professional Photographers of America. The national photographer's nonprofit association helps photographers grow their businesses. On March 1, Dachowski started a one-year term that he will serve until February 2023. He is also on the Board of Directors. "It is an honor and privilege to serve as this organization's president," Dachowski said. You can read more about this story here: (Benzinga)
2. If you blink, you may miss the new Segway-Ninebot P100S scooter. The electric P-series e-KickScooter runs on a powerful engine that can reach speeds of up to 26.7 mph, the company said in an announcement. Another new P-series e-scooter reaches speeds of up to 21.7 mph. The innovative company specializes in "micro-mobility and robotics technology" that started with the invention of the original Segway personal transportation device based in Bedford, New Hampshire, founded by inventor Dean Kamen. You can read more about this story here: (The Bakersfield Californian)
3. Cinco de Mayo on May 5 will be celebrated in Manchester, New Hampshire, with the return of the 2022 Taco Tour. The Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce and the Manchester Economic Development Office is bringing back the popular downtown Manchester taco-tasting tour on Thursday, May 5. Organizers expect up to 30,000 visitors to attend from Manchester, Bedford and neighboring communities. "The Taco Tour is a wonderful downtown experience," said Heather McGrail, interim CEO and vice president of membership and community partnership for the Manchester Chamber. The 2022 Taco Tour is free, and open to the public. You can read more about this story here: (Manchester Ink Link)

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• Animal Rescue League of NH: "Is this cat familiar to you? We believe this girl is a senior and was found on Hilltop Drive in Bedford." (Facebook)
• Bedford Hockey: "And the tradition (started in 2016) continues." (Facebook)
• Bedford N.H. Public Library: "Can you guess the March Cinema Sunday movie? In this 1941 classic we never see the face of the intrepid reporter trying to solve the mystery of a famous man's last word." (Facebook)
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