🌱 First Zero Waste Store Grand Opening + New Assessment Notices

Hello again, everyone! It's Paula Constance, your host of the Bedford Patch newsletter. Here's everything happening in Bedford today, including these stories and more:

• First Zero Waste Store Bedford grand opening.
• Look for 2023 Town Assessments in the mail.
• Strong storms and tornado.

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But first, today's weather: Breezy in the a.m.; some sun. High: 83 Low: 62.

Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. New Hampshire's First Zero Waste Grocery Store grand opening will be in Bedford on Thursday, Aug. 10 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. The Live Free Refillery is fighting one of the biggest environmental threats to the planet — plastics. Customers bring their own cleaned, sanitized containers or reusable glass jars "to fill up on nuts, whole grains, seeds, rice, beans, coffee, teas, spices, and even dish and laundry soap." A ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. (Bedford Patch)
2. The 2023 Assessments for the Town of Bedford have been mailed to residents. The Assessor's Office said to look for the Notice this week "and not mistake it for junk mail." In the Assessment letter, look for new values for Bedford properties and instructions about how to schedule an informal hearing "by phone or in-person" with officers from Vision Government Solutions. (Patch)
3. Humidity brought strong storms with potential tornadoes Monday night. A flash flood watch was in effect for Bedford until 10 p.m. and a rare tornado touched down at Cape Cod in neighboring Massachusetts, knocking down trees and power lines. Find out more about storm alerts this week: (WMUR)

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Today in Bedford:

Wednesday, August 9

• Walk in Wednesday (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Thank you, Barracudas coaches: "We are so fortunate to have amazing coaches and junior coaches! We thank you all so much for all you do!" (Bedford Swim Team Barracudas via Facebook)
• Bedford Athletic Club joins forces: "This year we have an opportunity to participate in inter-town play by joining forces with the Southern New Hampshire Rec Soccer League. Players will continue to practice with a trainer and coach under BAC." (Bedford Athletic Club via Facebook)

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Featured events:

• New Hampshire's First Zero Waste Grocery Store's Grand Opening is August 10, 2023 (August 10)
• Great New England BBQ & Food Truck Festival (August 12)
• Local Meal Service Feast & Fettle, Now Serving Bedford (August 31)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you tomorrow morning 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 Twitter.

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