🌱 Winter Weather Advisory + BCTV Broadcasts Bedford Band Concert

Hi all! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know that's happening in Bedford. Today you'll learn about...

• Harvey Construction was included in a bid for a 220-acre development deal.
• A winter weather advisory was issued for our area.
• The Bedford Fields Winter Market 2023 opens this weekend.
• BCTV broadcast the Bedford High School band concert.

But first, today's weather:

Colder with snow, 1-2". High: 34 Low: 21.

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Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. Harvey Construction in Bedford is part of a $12.5 million proposal for a 220-acre, mixed-use development of the former Laconia State School property. Hawthorne Development Corp. submitted a net-zero proposal that emphasized conservation and locally produced renewable power. The Executive Council voted last month to sell the property for $21.5 million to Robynne Alexander, a Manchester woman "with a history of tax liens and experience in the development of much smaller projects." No closing date has been set. (New Hampshire Bulletin)
2. It's snowing! Enjoy the wintry weather today, but roads may be slippery. The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for our area from Thursday at 4 p.m. through Friday 4 p.m. See updates out about storm and road conditions here. (Bedford Patch)
3. The snow will end late today, just in time to check out the Bedford Fields Winter Market 2023, on Saturday, Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Winter Market features a curated mix of crafts and handmade treats "from talented local artisans and shops." (Bedford Patch)
4. Did you see the Bedford High School band concert yesterday? The BHS musical performance was broadcast live on BCTV. If you missed the show on Thursday, Jan 19 at 6:30 p.m., you can watch it on BCTV channels 23 & HD1072! ON BCTV: (Bedford (NH) Community Television via Facebook)

From my notebook:

• What do we give to the world?: "Grade 3 students in Miss Wroblewski's class wrote about their gifts to the world. What do we give to the world?" (Memorial Elementary School via Facebook)
• Learn about our feathered friends: "Learn about our feathered friends, Betty and Elka from Dr. Magnarelli 🐦😊" (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Register for The Next Chapter: "Registration for the February session of The Next Chapter is now open! We'll be reading Lola Levine is Not Mean by Monica Brown. Register here:" (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. 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 follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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