🌱 Sleeping Driver Cited In Head-On Cruiser Crash + Fire Truck Rides

Welcome back, Bedford. I'm in your inbox today with everything you need to know that's happening in Bedford today, including these stories and more:

• Driver who fell asleep and crashed into cruiser head-on cited.
• Meet first responders and ride in a fire truck or cruiser at Bedford Safety Complex Open House.
• Find fresh local produce and more at the Bedford Farmers' Market!

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But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and warmer. High: 74 Low: 54.

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Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. The driver who crashed into a Bedford cruiser parked on the side of the road was cited for Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Chief John J. Bryfonski said in a recent release. The head-on crash happened early Monday, Sept. 11 at 1:30 a.m. when the driver of a 2012 Ford Focus traveling west on Route 101 fell asleep at the wheel, crossing several lanes and crashing into the cruiser parked on the eastbound side of the road. The officer, who was conducting stationary radar on Route 101 near Covenant Way, was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not believed to be serious. The 23-year-old male driver was uninjured and did not go to the hospital. (Bedford Police Department)
2. Meet the people working every day to help keep our community safe at the Bedford Safety Complex annual Open House on Wednesday, Sep. 20 from 5-8 p.m. Kids can ride in a fire truck and police cruiser! Open House activities also include demonstrations, free snacks, gifts and games for kids and more. Let's go, Bedford! (Bedford NH Police Department via Facebook)
3. If you're looking for fresh produce, cut flowers, wine and more, stop by the Bedford Famers' Market on Tuesday. The Farmers' Market is every Tuesday from 3 to 5 p.m. on Route 101 at the Murphy's Taproom & Carriage House lower parking lot. Local farmers, artisans and vendors offer fresh local vegetables, bread, olive oil, cheese, wine, cut flowers, honey, crafts, prepared foods and more. The Bedford Farmers' Market is located at 393 Route 101 and runs through Oct. 17. (Bedford Farmers' Market)

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Today in Bedford:

Tuesday, September 19

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From my notebook:

• Watermelon party, powerdpuff derby and more:"Troop 10340 from Barnstead, NH is having a blast this summer! They recently had a watermelon party, went camping, participated in a powderpuff derby, and visited the coast! We'd love to see what your troop has been up to!" (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— 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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