🌱 Crime Spree Culprit Caught + Girl Expo 2022 This October

Good morning, neighbors. It's Friday in Bedford and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in town. Here goes...

First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 88 Low: 66.

Shoutout to the awesome local businesses who keep this newsletter running:

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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 3 stories in Bedford today:

1. A man from Bedford faces multiple charges after a multi-year crime spree across the state that involved drugs, burglary, and automobile theft. 43-year-old Randall P. Francis was arrested in Concord by a patrol officer on Jul. 19 after being found in possession of a stolen vehicle. Superior court records indicate that Francis has dozens of convictions and active cases from Manchester, Concord, Bow, and other communities across the state in the past two years. (Patch)
2. Girl Expo 2022, sponsored by the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains, will be held on Oct. 16 this year. The event will feature plenty of events for the whole family to enjoy, including rock climbing, meet-and-greets with princesses, and handmade ice cream. Registration is open now online. (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
3. A developer who proposed a new gas station on Route 101 in Bedford is considering options after the zoning board refused to hear his plans. The proposed 6,000-square-foot gas station would feature 12 pumps, a drive-thru coffee shop, and four EV charging stations — but according to zoning laws, gas stations are not currently allowed in the town's commercial zone. According to an email from an attorney representing Sullivan Development, the company that owns the land, the group is "weighing their options" and may consider appealing the decision. (The Union Leader)

Today in Bedford:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Training At New Hampshire CPR/EMT Training Courses (9:00 AM)
• Backpack Drive At One Church — Bedford Outpost (12:30 PM)
• Sea Glass Creations At The Canvas Road Show (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Check out the link to explore five new properties that just hit the market in the Bedford area. (Bedford Patch)
• Heads up! The Williston Office and Store of the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains will be closed frequently over the summer due to staff out at camp and covering the trading post. Be sure to visit its webpage or check social media before stopping by. (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
• Today is the last day of the Bedford Public Library's Children's Summer Reading program! The last raffle winners will be pulled this afternoon, so don't forget to redeem your tickets in Beanstack! Call the Children's Room at 603-792-1389 for assistance. (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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That's it for today. Paula will be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update!

— Helen Eckhard

About me: Helen Eckhard is a marketing assistant at Lightning Media Partners. She is a self-professed logophile who is currently pursuing her master’s degree in library science. Outside of work, you can find Helen constructing crossword puzzles, knitting, or devising increasingly crafty ways to kill off characters in her mystery novels.