🌱 NH Journalists Win 9 Awards + Make-A-Wish All-Star Hockey Classic

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

• New Hampshire Patch journalists take home nine awards.
• Senior girl's hockey players in Make-A-Wish All-Star Hockey Classic.
• Bedford soccer team wins State Championship.
• Farm and Forrest Camp starts next week.

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But first, today's weather: Periods of rain. High: 66 Low: 57.

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Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. Two New Hampshire Patch journalists won nine Distinguished Journalism Awards for news, video and photography at the annual NH Press Association banquet on Thursday. New Hampshire Patch editor, Tony Schinella, won five awards including first place in the Spot News category for “Retired Concord Couple Missing, Found Murdered.” Journalist Jeffrey Hastings won first place in the General News Photo category for a photo of a bear published in Bedford Patch (“Black Bear Strolls Through Downtown Manchester, Climbs Tree In Park”) and third place for General News Photo for “Honoring 9/11 Victims” also published on Bedford Patch. Congratulations! (Patch)
2. Bedford High School graduated seniors Kendal Joyce, Lauren Thomas and Sabrina Tipping will be playing in the Vermont and New Hampshire 2023 Make-A-Wish All-Star Hockey Classic at the University of Vermont. The annual showcase features top graduated high school seniors of Vermont and Hampshire. The boys and girls showcase hockey games will be on Saturday, July 1, at the Gutterson Fieldhouse. (Burlington Free Press)
3. The Bedford U13 soccer team became State Champions after winning 3-0! The Bedford Athletic Club posted: "Many thanks for all the hard work of all players, coaching staff, and the support of the parents this season!" (Bedford Athletic Club via Facebook)
4. The first week of Farm and Forest Camp starts on Monday, June 19. The Educational Farm at Joppa Hill "has proudly offered summer camps for children" in Bedford since 2005. The mission of the Educational Farm is to preserve the farm and provide educational experiences that "create powerful connections with New Hampshire’s agricultural past." Find out more about Farm and Forest camp here: (The Educational Farm at Joppa Hill via Facebook)

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Today in Bedford:

Saturday, June 17

• Sea Glass Art (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Dog companion for elderly couple needs home: "This girl is used to the retirement lifestyle and would be happiest returning to it. Having been the primary companion to an elderly couple, she's comfortable with the slower lifestyle." (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Farnsworth Weekend: "Volunteers and Alum, are you ready for a weekend filled with workshops, friends, and fun? 📆Mark your calendars, Farnsworth Weekend is happening Sept. 8-10, 2023! Information about registration and workshops will be coming soon." (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
• Swim on Father's Day: "Looking for something FREE & FUN for Father's Day? Miss Jane invites you to come swimming at the Bedford Memorial Town Pool. 🏊‍♀️ Opening day is Father's Day, June 18 (weather permitting)🌞 and is FREE😎 ! Pool Passes are now available." (Town of Bedford Recreation Department via Facebook)
• Touch-A-Truck: "Come down to the Bedford Common parking lot on Tuesday, June 27, at 1:30 p.m. and see, climb in our town's coolest vehicles and talk to the people who drive them! DPW, Police, & Fire will all be here! Park in the library lot and walk down the pathway. Registration is open." (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you 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 also find her on Facebook and Instagram.

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