🌱 Red Ribbon Week + Early Tickets For The Nutcracker + Firefighters

Hello, neighbors! I'm back with your new copy of the Bedford Daily. Keep reading for the most important things happening in town these days, including updates on...

• Red Ribbon Week in Bedford.
• The Bedford Fire Department is hiring.
• The Nutcracker returns to the Palace.

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with a few showers. High: 64 Low: 56.

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Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. Don't forget to book your tickets early for the best seats for The Nutcracker. This favorite holiday tradition for the whole family returns to the Palace Theatre in Manchester on Friday, Nov. 18 - Sunday, Nov 20. Meanwhile, take a musical break from Halloween and catch a performance of Grease at the Palace. The show is "grittier and more electrifying than ever before." Performances run until Sunday, Oct. 30. Find out more here: (The Palace Theatre)
2. If you or someone you know is looking to join a great team, the Bedford Fire Department is looking for career firefighters. The BFD is actively looking for a "Firefighter/EMT. AEMT or Paramedic." Some of the duties of this position include "fire and medical emergency response and operating and driving emergency apparatus," as well as maintaining emergency equipment. Find more information and how to apply here: (Bedford Fire Department, NH via Facebook)
3. It's Red Ribbon Week in Bedford! Display a red ribbon this week to show your support for living drug-free. Our own Bedford Community Television is one of the many supporters of Red Ribbon Week 2022. Find out how to support this worthwhile cause and how to enter the National Photo Contest here: (Bedford Community Television via Facebook)

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Today in Bedford:

• Fiber Arts Group - Bedford Public Library. (3 p.m.)
• Theater: Tri-M Music Induction - Bedford High School. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Trunk or Treat: Bethany Covenant Church, 6-8 p.m. (All Events)
• A big thank you: "Thanks to 437 participants, 15 sponsors (@eVeterinary Emergency Center of Manchester @americank9country Rise Private Wealth Management Northeast Delta Dental Gemini Electric, Village House Calls" (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Watch BHS Girls Soccer and Town community meetings live: "Watch👀 live online here" (Bedford Community Television via Facebook)
• Halloween trick-or-treating 2022: Dates, times in New Hampshire. (WMUR Manchester)

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Events:

• Basics of Estate Planning 2022 (October 27)
• Raytheon Retirement Planning Seminar (October 27)
• Cup of Life Healing Center - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (October 28)
• Interactive Halloween Party (October 29)
• STRONG SMART & BOLD Harley Raffle (November 21)
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Job listings:

• Get involved in your local Election! One Night Position. Election Night Vote Reporter - November 8th (Details)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start Wednesday off right. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with another 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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