🌱 Trader Joe's: Rocks In Cookies + Ricciardi​ ​'Outstanding Leader'

Hello again, Bedford! It's me, Paula Constance, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town, including:

• Trader Joe Recalls: Possible rocks in cookies, Listeria in Tropical blend products.
• Senator Denise Ricciardi chosen for 2023 CSG Henry Toll Fellowship program.
• Get ready for the Bedford Police vs. Bedford Fire annual National Night Out.

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But first, today's weather: A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 90 Low: 70.

Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. Trader Joe's is recalling cookies that may contain rocks. "Please do not eat them," the company said on its website. The recalled products are Trader Joe’s Almond Windmill Cookies with a sell by date of Oct. 19- Oct. 21, 2023 ((SKU# 98744) and Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Chunk and Almond Cookies with a sell by date of Oct. 17-Oct. 21, 2023 (SKU# 82752). The supplier alerted Trader Joe's about the problem and Trader Joe's apologized to customers. Trader Joe's is also recalling its Organic Tropical Fruit Blend products for potential Listeria contamination. Read more about the recalls here: (USA Today)
2. A shoutout to Bedford Sen. Denise Ricciardi who was chosen for the national leadership development program for government officials. She will join 47 "outstanding state leaders" from 29 states all over the nation for the 2023 CSG Henry Toll Fellowship program. These outstanding leaders are from both political parties and all three branches of state government."The Henry Toll Fellowship is the nation’s premier leadership development program for state government officials." Congratulations! (Denise Ricciardi viaFacebook)
3. Get ready for the Bedford Police vs Bedford Fire annual National Night Out Softball on Tuesday, Aug. 1. Cheer on the Bedford Police and Fire Department teams at Selvoski Field at 20 County Road, 6 p.m. This is a family event and everyone is invited. (Bedford NH Police Department via Facebook)
4. Rep. Laurie Sanborn (R-Bedford) acknowledged "the long hours and hard work" put in by House members who worked together to pass the state budget. Read Rep. Sanborn's letter about "A Budget That Bolster's NH's Economy": (Bedford Patch)

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Today in Bedford:

Wednesday, July 26

• Open Studio/ Walk-In (12:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Older lady showed up at a home: "Brookline Residents and Visitors, this older lady showed up at a home on Conneck Road in Brookline last night and brought to us today. She was wearing a collar but no information attached or microchip. If she belongs to you, or you know where she belongs please call the shelter:" (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Congratulations, Isabelle! "Congratulations to Isabelle for completing the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program! Keep reading Isabelle!" (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)
• New arrivals: "It's been a great summer for new books! Here are a few of this week's new arrivals at the Bedford Public Library... See something you like? Place your hold request and read more about these titles in our online catalog:" (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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Featured events:

• Learn more about your digital camera (July 27)
• Local Meal Service Feast & Fettle, Now Serving Bedford (July 31)
• Nashua Home Design Center Educational Series - Thursday, August 3rd (August 3)
• 2nd Annual Hero Pups Golf Tournament (August 7)
• Bedford Garden Club's Mum Sale (August 7)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right! See you all tomorrow morning 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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