🌱 Heat Warning + Why Unemployment Is Low + Free College Essay Help

Good morning, neighbors! It's Thursday in Bedford and I'm back in your inbox with the most important things happening in Bedford today. Hope you have a great day.

First, today's weather:

An afternoon t-storm with strong wind gusts is possible. High: 93 Low: 71.

Alert: A New Hampshire heat advisory was issued for Hillsborough and Rockingham counties from 11 a.m. Wednesday -8 p.m. Thursday.

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Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. The heat is on! Be prepared for extreme temperatures and high humidity in Bedford through Monday. Officials cautioned New Hampshire residents and visitors to be prepared for extremely hot and humid weather over the next several days, with temperatures in the high 90s. On Tuesday, the National Weather Service issued a "hazardous weather outlook" for most of New Hampshire, with scattered thunderstorms, and downpours. and extremely hot and humid conditions Wednesday, Thursday, and through the weekend. (Patch)
2. New Hampshire has hit a "record low" unemployment, with the state's unemployment rate at 2 percent. That's down from 16.2 percent unemployment during the height of the pandemic— and it's the lowest unemployment rate in the state's 46 years of record-keeping. It signals that the labor market in the state is strong, said Brian Gottlob, director of the state Economic and Labor Market Information Bureau, adding he expects the trend to continue. Warren Jennings, general manager at fuel supplier Dead River Co., said he thought in the short term, hiring will continue to be challenging. He wasn't recruiting workers when he said he recently found a new employee in Bedford. How did it happen? He met the young man at the gym where he works out," and now he (now) works here,” he said. (Subscription/The Union Leader)
3. Do you need help brainstorming for a college application essay? A Bedford Public Library workshop on Wednesday, July 27, will feature "essential guidance" to brainstorm and craft quality college essays. Most colleges rely on essays as an essential part of their admissions review process. This workshop will feature essential guidance for brainstorming and crafting college essays. (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)
4. The Animal Rescue League thanked the Thirsty Moose Taphouse in Manchester on social media for "hiring" more shelter pets at the restaurant brewery. The Thirsty Moose is one of many Bedford, Manchester, and other businesses that have "hired' pets to help them find a loving home. You can find out more about the rescue pet-for-hire program here: (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)

Today in Bedford:

• Sea Glass Art Creations. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Animal Rescue League of N.H.: "Miss Layla has got herself a job. Layla is doing prop design for Young Pups Photography, making sure everything on set is just right for her fellow canine's glamour shots." (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Bedford N.H. Police Department: "Thank you Boys & Girls Club of Manchester for visiting us!" (Bedford NH Police Department via Facebook)
• Bedford N.H. Community Television: "Stay cool everyone, please check on your neighbors and friends." (Bedford (NH) Community Television via Facebook)

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That's it for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with another update.

— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a freelance writer, author, and award-winning media producer. She is committed to media projects that empower, engage, and help make the world a better place. You can find her on Instagram and Twitter.

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