🌱 Car Bursts Into Flames + Casino Tables For Sale + St. Jude Run/Walk

Hello everyone. It's me, Paula Constance, your host of the Daily. Let's start Wednesday with everything that's happening in Bedford today. In today's issue:

• A car was pierced by the center guard rail and burst into flames.
• Casino selling authentic poker and blackjack tables.
• Bedford runners—join the run/walk this weekend!
• Jack-O-Lantern or Chunky Pumpkins?

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But first, today's weather:

Sunny later, and warmer. High: 73 Low: 61.

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• Attention Bedford pet owners! Did you know that Bedford has a new pet store with a great selection of high-quality pet foods and supplies, a full service grooming salon, a self-serve pet wash, pet boarding and even a doggie bakery!?! Friendly Pets on Colby Ct. is locally owned and family operated— and their passion is your pet. Drop in with your furry friend today, or learn more here.

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Here are the top 4 stories today in Bedford:

1. The Everett Turnpike was closed and traffic was backed up on Tuesday following a serious multi-vehicle crash. Traffic was at a near standstill as far back as Bedford in the southbound lane for hours after the accident. State police received calls of a multi-car accident on both sides of the Turnpike at around 9 a.m. One of the cars was pierced by the center guardrail and was on fire. Sean McConnell from Manchester was trapped inside the burning vehicle. Bystanders extinguished the engine fire with hand fire extinguishers. McConnell was rescued with the jaws of life and taken to the hospital with serious injuries. (Bedford Patch)
2. Are you looking for a Casino blackjack or poker table for your home? You're in luck. The Lucky Moose Casino, formerly the Bugaboo Creek Steakhouse in Nashua, is getting an upgrade. They are selling their old gaming tables and casino furniture to make room for new tables and slot machines. Everything being sold is cash-and-carry. You can find out more here: (Fun 107)
3. Bedford runners! Join the St. Jude Walk/Run in Boston this weekend. Bring friends, family, and co-workers to this year's walk/run at the Boston Common on Saturday, Sept. 24 to benefit St, Jude's hospital. You can join in person, or walk virtually from wherever you are in the St. Jude Walk/Run app. Funds will benefit the nonprofit St. Jude's children's hospital, which provides free care to children with cancer. (Bedford Patch)
4. It's fall, and that makes it the perfect time for a Jack-o-lantern or Chunky Pumpkin craft. The Jack-o-lantern project stands 24 inches tall, and you can "add a light to make those creepy faces shine." Join The Canvas Roadshow/ Hammer & Stain for their public DIY Workshop. They will guide you "step-by-step" to transform unfinished projects "into personalized artistic creations." (The Canvas Road Show)

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From my notebook:

• Animal Rescue League of NH: "In case you didn’t know, the third week in September is “Adopt a Less-Adoptable Pet Week”. Though celebrating doesn’t necessarily seem right, because we don’t think of any of our pets as 'Less'. " (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• The Canvas Road Show: "Do you know someone that needs this background?" (The Canvas Road Show via Facebook)
• Bedford NH Community Television: "The BCTV crew will be brining you Live BHS Girls Soccer actionon BCTV channels 23 or HD1072. Go Bulldogs!" (Bedford (NH) Community Television via Facebook)
• Bedford NH Public Library: "We're stacking up some great new books at the Bedford Public Library! What will you be adding to your TBR pile? " (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— 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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