🌱 When Canadian Wildfire Haze Will Clear + Acadia Gelineau Wins Award

Hello again, Bedford! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new copy of the Bedford Patch newsletter. Let's start this Tuesday off with a quick review of everything you need to know that's happening in Bedford today, including these stories and more:

• Clearer skies are in the forecast after a smoky, humid Monday.
• Gold Award winner Acadia Gelineau teaches children how to cope with anxiety.
• Fisher Cats pitcher T.J. Brock faced Bedford's Grant Lavigne in week-long baseball series.

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But first, today's weather: Mostly sunny and beautiful. High: 80 Low: 54.

Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. Hazy smoke and oppressive humidity blanketed most of Southern New Hampshire yesterday as hundreds of Canadian wildfires burned out of control, but forecasters say things will improve on Tuesday. It will be a cooler, sunny day with a high of 78 and winds at 6 mph and clearing skies. Wednesday will be another pleasant day with sunshine, blue skies and a high of 78. See a real-time map of wildfire smoke here. (Bedford Patch)
2. A shoutout to Girl Scouts Gold Award winner, Acadia Gelineau. Acadia's project teaches children how to cope with anxiety and stress through patch program instructional videos and wellness kits. Keep up the great work, Acadia! (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
3. Grant Lavigne of Bedford was once again playing baseball in New Hampshire. The Bedford native arrived at Delta Dental Stadium playing for the Hartford Yard Goats. The Goats faced the Fisher Cats in a series of games, but it all came down to Fisher Cats pitcher T.J. Brock against Lavigne in the ninth inning of the last game. The score was tied 6 to 6, but Brock struck out Lavigne for a 7 to 6 win, cinching the series. What a game! (Yahoo Sports)

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Today in Bedford:

Tuesday, August 22

• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Free Stuff And Great Perks Every Week (8:30 AM)
• Bedford Farmers' Market (3:00 PM)
• Pick Your Project Workshop (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Troop 58108 from Bedford visits Seacoast Science Museum: "Check out Troop 58108 from Bedford, New Hampshire, as they explore the amazing Seacoast Science Museum! They had a blast discovering cool fish and exploring the beautiful coast🐬. We'd love to see what your troop has been up to! Send us your pictures!" (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
• This week's "Bedford Buzz": "Catch the latest 'Bedford Buzz' episode this week on BCTV. Learn about a special Crossfit Program, see highlights from the Bedford Farmer's Market and learn all about the new trail feature at Muller Park here in Bedford." (Bedford (NH) Community Television via Facebook)
• Overcooked marshmallows: "This is a serious debate! Cooking a marshmallow the correct way is VERY important... or just enjoy everyone's 'overcooked marshmallow.' Make it well done please #10 🤣😋" (The Canvas Road Show via Facebook)
• A fun, easy project: "Looking for a fun, easy project to make with the kids? Miss Jane thinks this looks like lots of fun!" (Town of Bedford Recreation Department via Facebook)

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Featured events:

• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Free Stuff And Great Perks Every Week (August 22)
• Exclusive Whisky Tasting Seminar with Nick Taylor of Found North (August 24)
• Free Tours and Garden Party at Historic Stark Home (August 27)
• Local Meal Service Feast & Fettle, Now Serving Bedford (August 31)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right! I'll see you around.

— 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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