🌱 Lost Dog Runs On Route 101 + Fraud Victims: 'Don't Expect Justice'

Hello and happy Saturday! It's Paula Constance back in your inbox with everything that's happening in Bedford today. In this issue:

• Lost dog was found running on Route 101.
• Bedford's SolutionHealth welcomes new CFO.
• Why businesses are "skeptical" of new N.H. Paid Family and Medical Leave.
• Bedford man convicted of theft again. Will his victims find justice?

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Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. A lost dog was found running on Route 101 Friday morning. If you are missing this sweet dog, please call the shelter at 603-472-3647. See her photo here, and help spread the word: (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
2. We're happy to cheer on Bedford businesses! Michael Turilli was named CFO of Bedford N.H.-based SolutionHealth. Bradley Kreick, CEO of SolutionHealth, said Turilli "will help to grow our organizations to meet the ever-changing healthcare needs of our communities." Congratulations! (Becker's Hospital Review)
3. New Hampshire businesses were skeptical about a new state Paid Family and Medical Leave program for employees. David Greer, CEO of Wire Belt Company of America, who is moving his business to Bedford, said the program had some “nice advantages" but noted employees could take advantage of the program by filing a claim when they didn't really need it. When 100 Human Resource professionals were asked how many businesses adopted NH's new program, "only one hand went up." Some said not enough was done to market and promote it. (New Hampshire Business Review)
4. A Bedford man, Stephan Condodemetraky, 54, who was the man "behind a multi-million-dollar classic car fraud," has been convicted of theft again. This time, for stealing more than $115,000 from several victims in NH. But those who "lost their money and their classic cars" through Condodemetraky's bankrupt consignment car business and alleged Ponzi scheme, "didn't expect justice." Condodemetraky was only "sentenced to 48 hours in prison on one theft count," despite allegations of $4 million lost fraudulently through his business. Read more here: (Patch)

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Today in Bedford:

• Family Pick Your Project Workshop (2:00 PM)
• 3 D Liquid Glass Art (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Puff Pastry needs surgery: "OUCH Part 2!!! 😭😭 Here's our boy Puff Pastry and this time we are showing you his hips. The right hip (left side of your screen) is SUPER PAINFUL and needs surgery. It's nearly impossible to find an adopter willing to take on the cost." (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• The Great Kindness Challenge: "A chain of Kind words and kind acts for the Great Kindness Challenge. Kindness links us together!" (Memorial Elementary School via Facebook)
• The new Game Club! "Join other adults in the new Game Club at the Library! All adults are welcome for playing board games and/or card games twice a month. A variety of games will be provided, but you are welcome to bring a favorite to share. No experience necessary." (Bedford Public Library via Facebook)
• Kids' Creations: "➡️Happening THIS WEEKEND and we still have space! Sunday 2pm Kids Canvas Painting – Winter Penguin Sunday 5:30pm Sea Glass Creations" (The Canvas Road Show via Facebook)
• Dads and Donuts: "Registration for Dads and Donuts is open! Register here: https://buff.ly/3Rbmuxb" (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. See you all again soon.

— 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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