Bedford's Week in Review: Inmates Escape, Lost Pets, Politics, and More

Rent Unaffordable for Average Worker in NH

A study shows New Hampshire workers must make $20.54 an hour to afford rent in the state, more than the $14 average renter’s salary.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 26, 2015

Bedford and Concord Take Lead in NH Little League State Finals

The 2015 New Hampshire Little League State tournament is in full swing, and continues at 11:00am tomorrow.By BEDFORD LITTLE LEAGUE (Open Post) Jul 25, 2015WEATHER

Today’s Weather Forecast for Bedford

High: 77°Low: 61°Currently 74°. Light rain in the morning and afternoon.See Full Forecast >>July 26, 2015Patch LocalStream

Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains

It’s quiz time! What year was the Liberty Ship, “S.S. Juliette Low” launched? Answers on Monday!

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Nearby News: Deadly Crashes, Guarding Recruitment Centers, and Flashers Arrested

Plus, no welfare cash for tattoos or cigarettes, strangler caught, freezer fire extinguished, sobriety checkpoint arrests, and teens busted.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 25, 20150Patch LocalStream

Animal Rescue League of NH

FOUND CAT! Do you recognize this cat? Senior female found on Back River Road in Bedford near Merrimack. Very friendly! Her finders are caring for her while we search for an owner. Please help her...

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Copper Door Hosts Live Music Sundays, Thursdays

There is no cover charge for the performances.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 25, 20150Patch LocalStream

Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains

Now, we can’t condone these everyday, but we can’t think of anything better for a weekend treat. Yum!

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Second Inmate Walks Away From Transitional Housing Unit

NH DOC are looking for Charles Arthur Namiot, an armed robbery convict from Manchester.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 25, 2015Patch LocalStream

Bedford (NH) Public Library

What is Bedford reading this week?

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Check Out Beals Road, Other Homes this Weekend

Here are the open house listings on Bedford NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 20150Patch LocalStream

Animal Rescue League of NH

Do you know who I am? Adult female chocolate lab. Found in Londonderry. Wearing pink collar and pink leash. No tags or microchip. Please call 603-472-3647 with any information. Thank you!

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Looking for Work? There are 4,000+ Jobs Listed on Patch

Here are some of the available employment opportunities in and around Bedford, Manchester, and the region.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 20150Patch LocalStream

The Canvas Road Show

Look! Another one of our Independent Painting Studio Partners in NJ is listed for their “paint your pet” classes! The Paint Party Studio, LLC Way to rock it Eileen! (yes, we do them too!)

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Inmate Missing from Transitional Housing Unit

NH DOC is looking for Bruno Joseph Martin. Have you seen him?By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 2015Patch LocalStream

The Canvas Road Show

End of a fun week of creating art with friends! It was fun to show off and explain what we all worked on together this week.

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Jimmy Fund Golf Thanks Harry C. Flessas Memorial Golf Tournament

Jimmy Fund Golf extends its sincerest thanks to the organizers and sponsors of the Harry C. Flessas Memorial Golf TournamentBy NICOLE GEOFFRION (Open Post) Jul 24, 20150Patch LocalStream

Bedford (NH) Community Television

Fun way to support the Bedford Professional Firefighters. Registration is now open! :) Visitwww.Bedfordfirefighters.org for more info.

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UNH Poll: 60 Percent of Granite Staters Favor Legalizing Recreational Pot

The University of New Hampshire Survey Center found the strongest support for legalization can be found among liberals (77 percent).By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream

Bedford (NH) Public Library

Launchpads have launched at the Library! Check out these tablets for kids, preloaded with educational games.

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Check Out Back River Road, Other Bedford Homes

A roundup of homes that are currently on the market.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream

The Canvas Road Show

With Lets Play and Namaste

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67 State Reps to Governor: Let Guardsmen Carry Guns

In the wake of Tennessee shootings, private citizens guarding recruitment centers, elected officials are calling for a change in NH policy.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream

Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains

Do you know a volunteer who’s so awesome you just want to shout it from the rooftops? Let us know so we can give them the credit they’re due- just fill out our simple Adult Recognition Nomination...

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Bedford Weather: Messy Weekend Weather Expected

But there might be one day in there that is good.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 2015Patch LocalStream

Bedford (NH) Community Television

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Study: If You Work in Metro Boston, You Should Live in NH

Lower taxes, lower crime, lower housing expenses add up to a better quality of life, according to analysis by HSH.com.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream

Animal Rescue League of NH

FIND THE CAT. Do you see the cat in this photo? No? Well, guess what? There are actually TWO cats in this photo. They are Pretty Boy and Wyona, a boyfriend/girlfriend duo who are looking to go as a...

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Third Man Arrested in April Sexual Assault, Home Invasion Case

Police arrest Shawn McGrath, the third alleged person involved in the incident; one man still at large; Manchester victim is raising money.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 2015Patch LocalStream

Animal Rescue League of NH

UPDATE! This little girl has been reclaimed. Yay!!!

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‘Violent’ NH Fugitive Sought

New Hampshire Joint Fugitive Task Force is looking for first-degree assaulter Charles James Sally Jr. on a parole violation.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 20150Patch LocalStream

Animal Rescue League of NH

Tonight’s the night! 4pm-8pm, show the image of this flyer to your server at Texas Roadhouse, and 10% of your food purchase will be donated to the League. Treat yourselves; you deserve a night out!...

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National Security Action Summit Held in Bedford Saturday

Key leaders, presidential candidates scheduled to appear.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015Patch LocalStream

Bedford (NH) Community Television

Looking for something fun to do in the heat? Visit the Town Pool - details below. Find other fun Parks & Recreation department programs / events by visitingwww.bedfordreconline.com. Happy Summer...

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Sold! Tirrell Road Goes for $585K

The latest properties that are off the market in Bedford.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 20150Patch LocalStream

Animal Rescue League of NH

Hi there! I know this is a long shot but I’m checking to see if there is an owner out there looking for me. I am a very handsome boy. I’m a neutered male with a gorgeous white coat and a bushy...

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NH Drug Czar Offers Opioid Crisis Recommendations

Jack Wozmak issues 22 points to strengthen Granite State efforts to combat heroin, substance abuse problems.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015Patch LocalStream

Animal Rescue League of NH

UPDATE This little girl has been reclaimed by her people. Yay! Hello Facebook friends! We are still trying to locate the owner of this sweet girl. She appears to be an older female Chihuahua. She...

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Additional Hours at Thrift Shop

Brookside Thrift Shop open on Wednesdays.By VICTORIA WISNER (Open Post) Jul 21, 20150Patch LocalStream

Animal Rescue League of NH

Do you recognize me? I was caught in Milford early this morning. My finder’s believe I have been on the loose for a few weeks now. I am a female lab mix, mostly black with a white patch on my chest...

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New Hampshire to Welfare Recipients: No More Pot, Tattoos Or Smoke

The new law goes into effect in two months.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015Patch LocalStream

Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains

Girl Scouting can really take you places- just ask the girls who went on our Experience Spain Destination! They saw the sights, made new friends, and had the adventure of a lifetime- see some of...

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RE/MAX INTEGRA, New England June 2015 Housing Report

The lively summer housing market is in full swing in New England.By MEGANM (Open Post) Jul 22, 20150Patch LocalStream

The Canvas Road Show

With Lets Play and Namaste

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Mall of New Hampshire Hosts Kidgits Christmas in July!

Celebrate Christmas in the Summer!By TEAMLAURENCALENDAR (Open Post) Jul 21, 20150Patch LocalStream

The Canvas Road Show

PYOP Pick Your Own Painting Friday night...you chose the painting and our artists help you step by step in our studio!http://thecanvasroadshow.com/event/477/PYOP-Pick-Your-Own-Painting

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Jobs in the Healthcare Field in Bedford

Anthem, Genesis Healthcare, and other employers have openings.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream

Animal Rescue League of NH

This little girl was brought in by the Amherst PD around 5:15 tonight, she is safe, sound, and settled in for the night but would very much like to go home tomorrow- help us find her family. She...

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How Dependent Is New Hampshire On The Federal Government?

A new study breaks it down.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream

The Canvas Road Show

Help us decide the final winner...should it be “Standing Tall” or “Ladder to the Heavens”? Winner wins a seat in this class next Thursday night!

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VIDEO: Slain Man’s Parents To Christie: Stop Talking About Our Son

Christie referenced Kevin Sutherland’s death during a campaign speech on Thursday in New Jersey.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 2015