🌱 Sebbins Pond Bacteria + Lavigne Hits Winning Run + Shop Local

Hello, Bedford. I'm in your inbox this morning with everything happening in Bedford today, including these stories and more:

• Bacteria advisory for Sebbins Pond and other New Hampshire lakes, ponds and beaches.
• Grant Lavigne hits winning run at Delta Dental Stadium.
• Shop local at the Bedford Farmers' Market.

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But first, today's weather: Mostly sunny and beautiful. High: 78 Low: 57.

Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. If its green, stay out of the water! A cyanobacteria advisory was issued for Sebbins Pond on July 20. If you see bright green flecks swirling on the water and gathering on the shorelines, stay out of the water and keep your pets out of the water, the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Service warned. Cyanobacteria blooms are toxic. If you see anything that looks like a green bacteria bloom "contact NHDES immediately." The warning will remain in place until NHDES confirms that bloom concentrations have subsided to safe levels. See NHDES warnings for the New Hampshire lakes, ponds, streams and beaches here: (NHDES)
2. Grant Lavigne of Bedford hit "the go-head home run" for The Hartford Yard Goats for the win Friday in Manchester against The Fisher Cats at Delta Dental Stadium Sunday. The next game for the Yard Goats will be against the Reading Fightin' Phils at Dunkin' Park in Hartford, Tuesday, Aug. 1 at 7 p.m. Listen to the game on AM 1410, FM 100.9 and on the iHeart radio app. (OurSports Central)
3. Shop local at the Bedford Farmers' Market! Stop by the Bedford Farmers' Market Wednesday from 3-6 p.m. and find local merchants like 603 Perfect Blend, Alfa Bakery, Bershire Gold, Blueberryridge Blooms & Farm Stand and many more. The Farmer's Market is located in the Murphy's Taproom & Carriage House parking lot on Route 101. (Bedford Farmers' Market)

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From my notebook:

• Condolences: "It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of former Bedford Fire Department Building Inspector Wayne Moore. Wayne was a founding member of Local #3639 and the BFD Honor Guard. Our thoughts and condolences are with the Moore family." (Bedford Fire Department, NH via Facebook)
• Summer Art Camp: "Today we finished up another amazing week of Summer Art Camp. Fridays we always do a special treat! Ben & Jerry's Elm Street ice cream to finish off the week! By the way, 'Blue Sky' is the fan favorite with the kids.😋🍨" (The Canvas Road Show via Facebook)
• Congratulations, Gregory! "Congratulations to Gregory for completing the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program! Keep reading Gregory! 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten (1KBBK) is an early literacy initiative that encourages families to read to their young children." (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)
• BCTV moves today: "ATTENTION BEDFORD RESIDENTS: BCTV Channel 23 moving to Channel 8 effective Aug. 1. Comcast Xfinity has informed the Town and BCTV that Channel 23, the school and education channel, will be moving to Channel 8 effective Aug. 1." (Bedford (NH) Community Television via Facebook)

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Featured events:

• Nashua Home Design Center Educational Series - Thursday, August 3rd (August 3)
• Better Phone Photos (August 5)
• Bedford Garden Club's Mum Sale (August 7)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday. I'll see you around!

— 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, Instagram, and Twitter.

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