Hello all. It’s Paula Constance, your host of the Bedford Patch newsletter — back with everything that’s happening in Bedford today. In this edition, you will see these stories and more:

• How to avoid conflict with black bears in New Hampshire.
• Woman arrested after a multi-month investigation for $6K in liquor store thefts.
• Police department Open House less than a week away.
• Animal Rescue League of NH wins “Best of 603” awards.

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But first, today’s weather: Humid with a few showers. High: 75 Low: 66.

Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. Find out how to avoid conflicts with black bears in New Hampshire from a steward of New Hampshire Fish and Wildlife in the McAllaster Room at the Bedford Public Library on Wednesday, Sept. 13, from 6:30-8 p.m. “Learn about the natural history of these intriguing mammals, their habitat needs and ways to avoid potentially costly conflicts.” Also, find out how federal funding supports long-term research that is “responsible for our country’s abundant fish and wildlife.” This program is co-sponsored by the Bedford Conservation Commission. Find out more and sign up here: (The Bedford Public Library)
2. A multi-month investigation of NH Liquor Store thefts totaling $6K has led to the arrest of Chelsie Golan of Haverhill. A second person, Rebecca Motta, who is still at large, is also accused of stealing liquor from Bedford, Hampton, Nashua and Portsmouth stores. Read more here: (Patch)
3. The Bedford NH Police Department Open House “is just over a week away!” This fun family event will have “food, ice cream, demonstrations, cruiser and fire truck rides, local vendors and more! ” Stop by to say hello, or stay for the entire event on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 5 p.m. (Bedford NH Police Department via Facebook)
4. A shoutout to the Animal Rescue League of NH for winning the “Best of the 603” in two categories; Gold for “Best Place to Volunteer,” and “Silver in the “Best Charity Event” for its annual Howl-O-Ween 5K fundraiser. Find out more about how to become an individual, group or corporate volunteer here: (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)

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Today in Bedford:

• Do you recognize these cats? “Found Cats: If you know where they belong, call us. See the photos here:” (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Adult development camping weekend: “It’s been a great weekend ‘Camping with our Gnomies’ at Farnsworth Weekend, our annual adult development weekend. From learning new skills to sharing ideas with fellow leaders, the weekend has celebrated everything that makes our volunteers so fantastic!” (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
• Register by Sept. 15 for a free race t-shirt: “The Howl-O-Ween 5k is a dog-friendly, run/walk that benefits the Animal Rescue League of NH. REGISTER BY SEPT. 15 TO GUARANTEE A FREE PERFORMANCE RACE TEE! Let’s make this the biggest and best race ever for the animals!” (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Book Explorers Club: “Join us for a brand-new book club for ages 9-12! Book Explorers is a genre book club, and you get to choose what you want to read! October’s genre is fantasy and participants are invited to read a fantasy book of their choosing.” (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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You’re officially in the loop for today! 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 also find her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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