🌱 Who Won? Who Lost? Final Poll Numbers + Now Hiring + Encouragement

Good morning, Bedford! I'm here in your inbox to catch up on everything you need to know that's happening in Bedford today. Hope you all have a great day. Without further ado.

• Who is hiring? State Farm Insurance pays $60K to $100K per year.
• The voting results are in! See the final poll numbers.
• The National Day of Encouragement.

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Mostly sunny and less humid today. High: 80 Low: 53.

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Here are the 3 top stories in Bedford today:

1. The Bedford polls have closed, and the results are in! Find out who won the Bedford, New Hampshire primary races. The polls closed in Bedford on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Despite the low primary turnout, the Republicans and Democratic ran competitive races. Here are the final numbers: (Bedford Patch)
2. Monday was the National Day of Encouragement! It's a day to remind everyone that encouragement matters. "Remember to take some time out of your day to help someone who needs it!" the Girls Scouts posted on social media. Why not make it encouragement week? If you see someone who could use a positive affirmation, or if you can offer an encouraging word, you just may make someone's day! (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
3. Who’s hiring? The New Hampshire job market is the strongest it has been in years. Here are a few new job openings in the Bedford area: CSS, Inc., in Amherst, is hiring a sales coordinator for $16 to $20/hour. They are a rapidly growing software development company that provides revenue collections and credit card processing services to municipal governments. And State Farm Insurance in Goffstown is looking for a customer service representative with a pay range of $63,000 - $100,000/year. The initial interview will be via Zoom. Find out about these job openings and others here: (Bedford Patch)

From my notebook:

• Animal Rescue League of NH: "What's better than the faces of some adoptable dogs to brighten up your day? Learn more about our adoptable dogs here: https://www.rescueleague.org/d... You can also give us a call at 603-472-3647 x201." (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Riddle Brook School, Bedford NH: "It’s that time again! Join us for the RBS Scholastic Book Fair next week. Students and families visit after school to shop. Where: RBS, Room 218 (NOTE this is a change from the original location) When: Monday, Sept. 12, from 2:30 -5 p.m." (Riddle Brook School, Bedford NH via Facebook)
• Bedford (NH) Community Television: Watch BCTV Channel 22, or watch Planning Meetings and other Bedford Town meetings online here: (Bedford (NH) Community Television via Facebook)

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Events:

• Amherst Lions Club's 11th Annual Car, Truck & Tractor Show (September 17)
• Community Shred Event (September 17)
• Wags to Whiskers Festival (September 17)
• Ode to NH — A classical music tribute to the Granite State (September 17)
• Talent Show & After Party (October 1)
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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow 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 the fireflies in the sultry moments before sunset. You can follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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