Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 72 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Bedford Public Library: True Crime Books At The Bedford Public Library (patch.com) — Bedford readers are being invited to explore true crime titles now highlighted by the Bedford Public Library, which issued a brief announcement about its offerings. While details are sparse, the notice underscores that the collection is curated locally and reflects the library's own programming choices for the community.
• Bruins: Pastrnak named captain; NH's Steeves put on waivers (unionleader.com) — A familiar name for Bedford hockey fans, forward Alex Steeves, who grew up in town, has been placed on waivers by the Boston Bruins and is likely headed to AHL Providence. The move comes as the Bruins finalize their roster and name David Pastrnak the new team captain ahead of the upcoming NHL season.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Bedford Mini Makers & Merchants- Calling all Young Entrepreneurs —Geoffrey Wellington Read on Patch
Senator Ricciardi: This is How We Lower Property Taxes Without an Income Tax —Jane Aitken Read on Patch
Interested to hear your opinions, being new to the area and winter approaching is the installation of a standby generator necessary? I have no idea how reliable the power supply is. About 1 in 4 houses seem to have solar or generators. If it seems a good idea, I would appreciate… (Nextdoor Pulpit Road)
Playa Bowls posted a job opening for Team Member in Bedford. Apply here.
Troon posted a job opening for Food Expeditor/Runner in Bedford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bedford here.
🗞 Nearby News
Manchester
Visit Manchester names Jessica Martin as its first executive director (unionleader.com)
Manchester NH SUV Rental Guide: Nissan Rogue in Manchester (travel.blog)
Citizens Bank to close branch in prominent downtown Manchester building (unionleader.com)
Goffstown
Goffstown, NH Planning Board — October 8, 2026 (meetingwatch.org)
Boie's first-half goal lifts Winnacunnet girls soccer past Exeter in rivalry clash (fosters.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It's down to its last quarter. (Thank you Linda H. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!