🌱 Best Fall Hiking Trails + NH Homeowners Look, Don't Buy

Good morning, everybody. It's Tuesday in Bedford and I'm back in your inbox with everything happening in the community, including updates on...

• Find new places to hike!
• New Hampshire residents are actively looking for homes, but not buying.
• Why flags were at half-staff Sunday.

But first, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 66 Low: 45.

Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. The leaves are in peak foliage and the air is cool— perfect weather for a fall hike on beautiful New Hampshire trails. If you're looking for a new trail, are ready for a little adventure, or are just looking for inspiration, the Bedford Public Library has you covered. Check out the BPL fall hiking guide to some of New England's best trails!
2. New Hampshire residents are actively looking for homes, but real estate listings show they aren't moving. A study released by a Texas real estate group found that "New Hampshire homeowners are more likely than those of the other five New England states to be doing online research about moving," but New Hampshire home listings "show that in reality, more homeowners are staying put." The study by TexasRealEstateSource.com ranks Granite Staters 16th in the nation for online searches of people who are looking to move. (Manchester Ink Link)
3. Did you notice flags flying at half-staff in New Hampshire Sunday? Flags in the state were at half-mast to honor firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty. The firefighters were honored at the 41st National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service ceremony in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Let's always remember and honor our fallen heroes. (WMUR Manchester)

Today in Bedford:

• School Board Meeting - Bedford School District (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Girls finish in second place: "CONGRATULATIONS! The U12 Girls Select Team finished second place after a hard-fought road and championship game, while the U12 Premiere Team won the Championship in a thrilling shootout in the Capital Cup Tournament in Pembroke." (Bedford Athletic Club via Facebook)
• ARLNH welcomes youngest donor: "Yesterday, we got a visit from one of our youngest (and maybe cutest?) donors! She's already got people writing checks for her - and thankfully they are to us!" (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• What's new in the BPL Children's Room: "New in the Children's Room!" (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update!

— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a contributing writer, author, and award-winning media producer. She is committed to media projects that empower, engage, and help make the world a better place. 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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