🌱 VHB Raised Millions For Dam + State Police On Increased Patrols

Hey, friends! It's Paula Constance back with your new copy of the Bedford Daily, fresh off the presses. Let's start today off right with a quick guide to everything you need to know that's happening in Bedford, including:

• VHB Engineering of Bedford helps raise millions to remove dam.
• State police increase patrols on the turnpike.
• Christmas trees and wreaths for sale to help pets.

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Breezy with snow and rain. High: 40 Low: 35.

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Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. Thanks to VHB Engineering of Bedford and the Durham public works department, the town of Durham expects to receive a $3.5 million federal grant to remove the controversial Mill Pond dam. Removal of the dam on Oyster River, originally built in the 1600s, also includes a fish ladder farther up the stream to address resident concerns about a University of New Hampshire dam. (Foster's Daily Democrat)
2. We're all rushing for the holidays, but let's all drive safely! State police said they will have more patrols on the F.E. Everett Turnpike through the end of December to stop aggressive drivers. State troopers said they stopped a vehicle going 101 mph in Merrimack on Tuesday. By 10 a.m., more than 14,500 vehicles passed through the Bedford tolls, according to state police. (Subscription/The Union Leader)
3. If you buy a Christmas tree or wreath from the Animal Rescue League of N.H. this holiday season, you'll be helping the pets at the shelter, including a dog named Puff Pastry. The ARLNH still has plenty of trees and wreaths available! Proceeds will benefit the animals, "including this sweet boy" (see Puff Pastry posing for photos here:) (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)

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From my notebook:

• Fire safety for the holidays: "Good morning Bedford! With the holidays approaching we would like you to take a moment to review the following safety flyers from the National Fire Protection Association. Have a safe and happy holiday season!" (Bedford Fire Department, NH via Facebook)
• The new High Altitude Patch: "Is your troop ready to reach new heights🧗‍♀️? We have the patch for you, our new High Altitude Patch! Getting this patch is as easy as selling cookies, bridging, and volunteering, things you are already doing." (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
• Live on BCTV: "See the Ross A. Lurgio Middle School Winter Concert🎵 . Catch it on BCTV channels 23 & HD1072 or online here: (Bedford (NH) Community Television via Facebook)
• Intricate etched glass: "Our crafters are designing gifts just for their customers. Stop by to see our intricate etched glass in many styles and pieces along with colorful pottery for your gift giving. We are open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and Shopify on-line 24 hrs." (The Craftworkers' Guild via Facebook)
• New Teen Take and Make: "There's a new Teen Take and Make ready to pick up on the New Book shelves of the Young Adult area. Bedford cardholders ages 12-20 can stop in a find everything they need to make a winter window star while supplies last!" (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a contributing writer, author, and award-winning media producer. She is committed to media projects that empower, engage, and help make the world a better place. When she's not writing, you can find her hiking or watching fireflies in the sultry moments before sunset. You can follow her on Facebook and Instagram.

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