🌱 Free IHOP Pancakes + Bedford Man Sentenced On Drug and Gun Charges

Hello all! It's me, Paula Constance, your host of the Bedford Patch newsletter — here with everything happening in Bedford today. In this edition...

• Consultant Lauran Star quoted in Golf Course Management magazine.
• Bedford man sent to prison for drug and gun charges.
• Free IHOP pancakes on Feb. 28.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 45 Low: 26.

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Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. A shoutout to Lauran Star, a Bedford business consultant who offered advice about mentors in a recent Golf Course Magazine.com article. Star explained that golf courses that are facing staffing shortages can benefit from having a program for employees to mentor new talent. In the Golf Course article, Star said, “Businesses with a mentoring program" have "better procedures for workplace problem-solving and conflict resolution.” (Golf Course Management magazine)
2. A Bedford man was sentenced to 120 months in prison on drug and firearms charges, said United States Attorney Jane E. Young. Warner. Michael Warner was sentenced for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine and possession of a firearm. According to an earlier court statement, Warner, "who was wanted on a parole violation warrant," jumped from a third-floor back window at the Country Inn & Suites trying to flee from Bedford Police. (Manchester Information via Facebook)
3. Do you love free pancakes? Stop by IHOP in Bedford on Feb. 28 for National Pancake Day! "People from around the country celebrate National Pancake Day at IHOP" to enjoy free pancakes, and can make a voluntary donation for charity. Since 2006, when IHOP restaurants began National Pancake Day, they have raised close to $30 million for charities. Find out more here: (q1065.fm)

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Today in Bedford:

• Theater- Varsity Band concert 7-9 p.m. - Bedford High School (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Bedford Fire Department, NH: "Congratulations Mike & Hailey!" (Bedford Fire Department, NH via Facebook)
• Jukebox Time Machine is big hit: "The 4th Grade production of Jukebox Time Machine was a big hit with students and staff! We've got some very talented students! A special thanks to Mrs. Duhaime, Miss Ferns, Ms. Pennington, and Mrs. Read." (Riddle Brook School, Bedford NH via Facebook)
• Birthday and puppy visit: "Over the weekend we celebrated Porter's birthday with her friends. Also had a special puppy visit at the end. Too cute! 🥳🐶" (The Canvas Road Show via Facebook)
• Troop events: "Reason #104 why we love Girl Scouts is our awesome events💚! With plenty of events throughout the year, such as Global Leadership Conference, there is no shortage of things to do with your troop. From STEM to maple syrup." (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow.

— 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 follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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