🌱 State-Run Marijuana Stores Proposed + Primary Bank's Big Change

Good morning, friends. It's Wednesday in Bedford and I'm back in your inbox with the most important things happening in our community today. In this issue, you'll find out about these stories and more:

• Officials consider legislation plan for the State Liquor Commission to run franchises for retail marijuana stores.
• Primary Bank has a big announcement.
• Two Bedford inventor patents issued.

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But first, today's weather: Partly sunny and nice. High: 73 Low: 50.

Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. A New Hampshire commission is considering a franchise model of state-run stores to sell marijuana. During the second meeting of a New Hampshire commission tasked with preparing legislation to legalize marijuana, Liquor Commissioner Joseph Mollica said in the novel model, "the Liquor Commission would be the franchisor and the franchisee would be the retailer.” Bedford Police Chief John Bryfonski, who represents a group opposing legalizing the controlled drug, asked what the program costs would be. Liquor Commission’s Mollica responded that the question was premature at this stage. Gov. Chris Sununu, who was originally hesitant to legalize marijuana, said in May he was open to a government-operated model that addressed his concerns about health and safety. (Marijuana Moment)
2. Bedford's Primary Bank is making a big change. It's board of directors announced Bill Greiner, founder and current chairman of the board, will be interim CEO after the departure of Bank President and Chief Executive Officer William Stone. The good news is that Primary Bank said, "Mr. Greiner worked alongside Mr. Stone to make Primary Bank into the successful institution it is today." Congratulations, Bill Greiner! (Manchester Ink Link)
3. It's always interesting to find out who is filing patents in New Hampshire. In this month's Granite Geek roundup through Sept. 21, DEKA Products Limited Partnerships, of Dean Kamen fame, has been assigned a patent for "Fluid Pumping Systems, Devices and Methodsinitially." The patent was developed by seven inventors, including Scott A. Leonard, Bedford, New Hampshire. DEKA was also awarded a patent for a "Peristaltic Pump," by Dean Kamen of Bedford and six other inventors. Congratulations! (Concord Monitor)

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Today in Bedford:

Wednesday, September 20

• Bedford Public Library Fiber Arts Group (3:00 PM)
• Walk-In Wednesday (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• $5,000 Cash Raffle Ticket discount: "🎉 Flash Sale Alert 🎉 Get your $5,000 Cash Raffle Tickets for $5 off with 'Connor's Special'! Don't miss this chance to win big while supporting a great cause!" (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Gold Award recipient, Kiley Ehrmanntraut! "Congratulations to one of our newest Gold Award Girl Scouts, Kiley Ehrmanntraut🎉! Kiley's project focused on adding extra seating and activities to her local library. She built five picnic tables." (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
• Fall Product Program kick-off: "Did you hear the awesome news? Mark your calendars, the Fall Product Program kicks off on Oct. 2! Volunteers — watch your email📲 for your invite to make sure your roster is in the system. Stay tuned for more information." (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
• Thank you, Kathy O and Sheila M! "The BBABC is happy to be offering 50/50 proceeds tonight to Adaptive Cheer for our Youth organization Bedford Youth Football and Cheer. Thank you to Kathy O and Sheila M for creating this new online feature! Look for the cheer volunteers." (Bedford Bulldogs Athletic Booster Club via Facebook)
• Fun Halloween drink: "Still a little early, but Miss Jane had to share this fun drink for Halloween." (Town of Bedford Recreation Department via Facebook)

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— 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 X, formerly Twitter.

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