🌱 Dog-Friendly Howl-O-Ween 5K + Spooky Cinema Sunday + Target Thefts

Hello, Bedford! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Bedford Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out all the things going on in Bedford today, including these stories and more:

• The Howl-O-Ween 5K is only a few weeks away.
• See a classic spooky movie on Cinema Sunday.
• Target is closing a dozen stores in October.

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But first, today's weather: Partly sunny and pleasant today. High: 71 Low: 46.

Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. The dog-friendly Howl-O-Ween 5K is only a few weeks away! The popular run/walk to benefit the Animal Rescue League of NH will be on Saturday, Oct. 21. Head to Northeast Delta Dental Stadium, 1 Line Drive in Manchester to participate in the '"Best Charity Event" In the Best of The 603.' The race starts at 10 a.m. Remember to share your 5K fundraising page with friends and family! (Animal Rescue League of NH)
2. This weekend is Cinema Sunday. Classic movie buffs, mark your calendar and register to see a classic spooky comedy movie starring Cary Grant at the Bedford Public Library. In this film, Grant is a writer with a complicated wedding day that is about to become a lot more complicated. See this classic movie on a big screen in the McAllaster Room on Sunday, Oct. 8 at 1:30 p.m., followed by a discussion of the film. Sign up here: (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)
3. Is Bedford Target closing? Target will close nearly a dozen stores by Oct. 21 after organized crime groups looted several retail stores across the country. Organized online crime rings smashed windows and grabbed merchandise in stores from California to New York. Target said merchandise theft has already caused $500 million in lost profits this year. David Johnston, of the National Retail Federation, said law enforcement and retail stores "are just starting to see how organized these groups are." He noted that organized online criminal organizations can extend to "multiple states, if not the country," with some groups traveling from the West Coast to the East Coast for specific merchandise. Target stores in New Hampshire are not on the list of stores that will close. (Yahoo)

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From my notebook:

• Thank you, The Big Dog Sauce Company: "Thank you to our friends at The Big Dog Sauce Company NH. 😊🐾" (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Practice your ninja skills: "Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors, do you have what it takes to catch the monster👻? You'll dress up like a ninja, practice your ninja skills, and enjoy a special monster treat! This program takes place on Oct. 18 in Shelburne, Vermont." (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
• Only 2 days left to win $5K: "ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT for your chance to FALL INTO WINNING $5,000! Tickets on sale until Sept. 29:" (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)

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• 'Get your Halloween on' at the Howl-O-Ween 5K run/walk to benefit the Animal Rescue League of NH (October 21)
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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 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 X, formerly Twitter.

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