🌱 Two Cars Crash At Bedford Tolls + Anonymous Police Department Gift

Hello again, friends! It's Paula Constance, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things happening in Bedford today. In this issue, you'll find these stories and more:

• Bedford weather this weekend.
• Anonymous donor sends gift cards to the Bedford Police Department.
• Two cars crash at Bedford toll booth.

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But first, today's weather: Mostly cloudy and warmer. High: 84 Low: 60.

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Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. Storms that brought downpours, strong wind gusts and lightning moved out of the area Wednesday, but more rain is in the forecast for Thursday and Friday. Both days will start with partial sun in Bedford followed by afternoon clouds and scattered showers. High temperatures will be in the 70s. Cooler temperatures move in Saturday and Sunday, with highs in the 60s and more showers are likely this weekend. (WMUR Manchester)
2. A shoutout to the anonymous donor who provided gift cards for Pressed Café to the Bedford Police Department. The Bedford Police said they are grateful for this act of kindness, adding, "Our department feels the immense support from our community daily."(Bedford NH Police Department via Facebook)
3. Two cars crashed at the Bedford toll booth in the northbound lanes of the F.E. Everett Turnpike on Thursday at 6:30 p.m., State Police reported. One car was wedged under another car next to one of the toll booth barriers. No one was hurt in the crash. State police said the accident was quickly cleared from scene. See the crash here: (WMUR)

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Today in Bedford:

Friday, June 16

• 3D Liquid Glass Art (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• K team congratulates kindergarteners: "The Riddle Brook School's K team would like to congratulate all of their kindergarteners on a job well done at their Recognition Day! Happy summer to all! XO" (Riddle Brook School, Bedford NH via Facebook)
• 4th Graders have left the building: "And they're off! RBS 4th Graders have left the building and are moving on up to McKelvie Intermediate School. We are sad to see them go, but know they are ready and will have a blast in 5th grade!" (Riddle Brook School, Bedford NH via Facebook)
• Clap out and move up day: "Yesterday was Grade 4 clap out and move up day. It's hard to believe another school year has come to an end." (Memorial Elementary School via Facebook)
• Summer reading challenge: "Summer Reading at the Bedford Public Library is not just for kids! We're challenging adults this summer to read the 'Summer Sixteen.' Read for 16 hours between June 19 and Aug. 4 to earn an exclusive pint glass!" (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)
• Volunteer and Alum workshop weekend: "Volunteers and Alum, are you ready for a weekend filled with workshops, friends, and fun? 📆Mark your calendars, Farnsworth Weekend is happening Sept. 8-10! Information about registration and workshops will be coming soon." (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new 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 and Instagram.

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