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Good morning Bedford! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

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In today's newsletter:

  • How Bedford teens are filling care bags and changing college journeys
  • Bedford police detail allegations against Burlington officer in domestic case.
  • Which rising hockey prospects shined brightest in Bedford's latest 19U showdown?

Also on today's calendar: Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a tail, but no body? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Becoming cloudy, with a high of 69 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 77, low: 59.
  • Thursday: A passing afternoon shower, with a high of 77 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Students Assisting Students Prepares to Pack Care Bags Sept. 20 (thebedfordcitizen.org) — Two Bedford High School seniors and a long-time Bedford resident are central to a growing Care Bag project that supports college students facing housing and food insecurity. Their stories show how local volunteers of all ages pack supplies, recruit help, and remind struggling students that a wider community is rooting for their success.
   

• Burlington police lieutenant charged with domestic assault, witness intimidation (bostonglobe.com) — Bedford police documented allegations that a Burlington police lieutenant assaulted a family member at his home, leading investigators to identify him as the primary aggressor and seize his firearms. He was released on bail and placed on paid administrative leave while Burlington police conduct an internal investigation into the reported domestic incident.
   

• 8 uncommitted standouts from 19U East Coast Wizards' win over Islanders HC (hockeyjournal.com) — Bedford's Edge Sports Center hosted a hard-fought 3–1 win for the 19U East Coast Wizards over Islanders HC, kicking off the fall NEGHL slate. A detailed scouting breakdown highlights eight uncommitted standouts from across New England whose speed, physical play, and goaltending defined the high-intensity matchup.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • MCC to Host Award-winning Author —Middlesex Community College Read on Patch
  • PSG Global Solutions posted a job opening for Child Care Teacher in Bedford. Apply here.
  • Arbor Lodging posted a job opening for Houseperson in Burlington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bedford here.

🗞 Nearby News

Burlington

  • He called 911 to get her help. Instead, she ended up in ICE custody during a mental health crisis. (bostonglobe.com)
  • On Their Honor: Burlington Welcomes a New Generation of Top Scouts (burlington.buzz)
  • The Garden Club Is Looking For You (No Green Thumb Required) (burlington.buzz)

Billerica

  • High school football players of the week: 40 Eastern Mass. standouts from Week 1 (bostonglobe.com)

Ok Bedford! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Coin (Thank you John W. for sending it in!)
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