the artistic journey of Bedford resident Jacqueline Tims has been marked by firsts. After creating her first painting in high school and setting aside her palette until after she had her first child, her artwork is now being exhibited for the first time at UNH …
Friday, February 17, 2012
| Story by TERESA SANTOSKI, Staff Writer
Photos by BOB HAMMERSTROM, Staff Photographer
|
Fans of fantasy writing will find a favorite in Bedford-based author Elaine Isaak, who has three published novels under her belt and several other works in production. Her books are …
Friday, February 17, 2012
| By TERESA SANTOSKI
Staff Writer
Marty Hi, my name is Marty. I am a 1½-year-old hound dog. I originally came from North Carolina as a puppy. I am a fun and active boy looking for …
Friday, February 17, 2012
Three Bedford women recently were selected to be among “20 Outstanding Women You Should Know” in the 95.7 WZID Outstanding Women Contest. Mary Hardy, Mary Constance and Amy Ross Norwood …
Friday, February 17, 2012
| By ELEANOR La PRADE
Staff Writer
The end is near for the Town Council’s town manager selection process, Chairman Bill Dermody said Monday . Last week, the top three candidates for the job visited Bedford for …
Friday, February 17, 2012
| By MARYALICE GILL
Staff Writer
At the Bedford Parent Teacher Group’s annual Winter Reading Night event on Feb. 2, Bedford’s principals and vice principals from the district’s six schools provided an evening of entertainment centered …
Friday, February 17, 2012
The Bedford Police Department has always offered a reassuring hand to local businesses and residents through crime intervention education. The department’s latest initiatives, however, will allow officers to extend that …
Friday, February 17, 2012
| By MARYALICE GILL
Staff Writer
A special highlight at each of the monthly meetings hosted by the Bedford Women’s Club, a group of some 150 members, is the visit from a guest speaker. Experts from …
Friday, February 17, 2012
| By LORETTA JACKSON
Bedford Women’s Club
The Acting Loft will present the New Hampshire premiere of the 2009 Tony award-winning musical, “Next to Normal,” on Feb 17-19 and 24-26. Produced and directed by Christopher Courage, “Next …
Friday, February 17, 2012
The Friends of Recreation present A Night of Comedy Dinner and Auction with Boston comedians Jim Colliton and Mike Koutrobis on Saturday, Feb. 18. From 6-11 p.m. at the Manchester …
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Peter Woodbury’s annual Family Math and Literacy Night will be Feb. 21 from 5:45-7 p.m. Spend time exploring specific iPad apps that relate to math and literacy and learn some …
Thursday, February 16, 2012
McKelvie Family Bingo Night is Thursday, Feb. 23. Doors open at 5:45 p.m., and Bingo runs from 6-7:30 p.m. Bingo cards cost $1 each, and root beer floats and ice …
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Peter Woodbury School students are encouraged to show their school spirit the week of Feb. 20-24. • Monday, Feb. 20: Sports Day. Wear favorite team attire to show support. • …
Thursday, February 16, 2012
The $100 deposit for the Bedford High School senior class trip to Lake George, N.Y., is due Wednesday, Feb. 22. The trip is scheduled Monday through Wednesday of Senior Week, …
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Two Bedford health experts headline UNH Manchester’s “Food for Thought” Sidore Lecture Series at UNH Manchester from February to April. The free lecture and film series explores what we eat …
Thursday, February 16, 2012
CONCORD – The Campaign for Legal Services secured $324,423 in private donations for 2011 to support New Hampshire’s civil legal services programs, the organization announced Monday. The funds support the …
Thursday, February 16, 2012
What makes property vulnerable? How do you avoid robbery in parking lots? Should you be concerned about unknown vehicles in your neighborhood? How should you react to phone solicitation? On …
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Butch Hi, my name is Butch. I am a 9-month-old neutered male. I was living under the porch of a nice family for two months before being brought to the …
Friday, February 10, 2012
Mild temperatures have brought bouts of fifth disease to Memorial School earlier this year, school nurse Rachel Higgins said Tuesday. On Feb. 1, Higgins issued a letter to parents and …
Friday, February 10, 2012
| By MARYALICE GILL
Staff Writer
If you’ve ever been involved in a theatrical production in Bedford (or anywhere else in the state, for that matter), chances are you’ve met Mary Selvoski, costume designer extraordinaire. Over …
Friday, February 10, 2012
| By TERESA SANTOSKI
Staff Writer
The University of New Hampshire’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present a staged reading of “8,” at Manchester’s Palace Theater at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10. Presented in partnership with …
Friday, February 10, 2012
As students ready for college, area organizations are offering scholarships. Italian American Foundation Scholarships The Italian American Foundation awards nearly 100 annual scholarships that range from $2,000 to $10,000 each …
Friday, February 10, 2012
Sharing appears to have been the theme in Bedford this Christmas. After reading in an earlier edition of the Bedford Journal about the anonymous $100 donation received by the Roberts …
Friday, February 10, 2012
| By TERESA SANTOSKI
Staff Writer
UNH MANCHESTER Because of their outstanding academic performance during the Fall 2011 semester, the following students earned their place on UNH Manchester’s Dean’s List. The students listed have earned a …
Friday, February 10, 2012
Save the date for the “Lurgio’s Got Talent Show!” at 7 p.m. on Friday Feb. 17 in the Bedford High School Theater. The fun-filled night features seventh- and eigth-grade Bedford …
Friday, February 10, 2012
he stretch SUV that pulled up to the curb set the tone perfectly for the 10th annual New Hampshire Theatre Awards on Feb. 3 at the Palace Theatre. Nominees and …
Friday, February 10, 2012
| Story by TERESA SANTOSKI, Staff Writer
Photos by GRANT MORRIS, Staff Photographer
Thirteen people have filed to run for 11 open offices in Bedford this year, but only three races will be contested. The filing period for the open positions closed at …
Friday, February 10, 2012
| By MARYALICE GILL
Staff Writer
Residents who would like a daily health and wellness check from the Bedford Police Department soon can be comforted by the department’s “Are You Okay?” program, which officially will begin …
Friday, February 10, 2012
| By MARYALICE GILL
Staff Writer
Trevor Mueller was one of 200 or more attendees at the Bedford School Board’s Deliberative Session on Tuesday night to discuss 10 warrant articles that voters will see when they …
Friday, February 10, 2012
| By MARYALICE GILL
Staff Writer
…
Friday, February 10, 2012
For Granite Staters, spring is a welcome respite from the harsh New England winter. Dog owners are just as glad to see the warm weather as their canineless counterparts, but the melting snow may reveal an unsightly accumulation in their yards that may dampen their …
Friday, February 3, 2012
| Story by TERESA SANTOSKI, Staff Writer
Photos by BOB HAMMERSTROM, Staff Photographer
|
At the School Board’s Feb. 7 deliberative session, taxpayers will discuss a $1 million warrant article to fund cost items related to the Bedford Education Association’s collective bargaining agreement with …
Friday, February 3, 2012
| By MARYALICE GILL
Staff Writer
Tarr trustee Ryk Bullock’s appeal of the Florence Mae Tarr Trust case has been accepted by the state Supreme Court, according to court documents. On Jan. 11, the Supreme Court …
Friday, February 3, 2012
| By MARYALICE GILL
Staff Writer
BEDFORD – Bark all about it. A five year effort to bring a dog park to Bedford was finally approved by Town Councilors last Wednesday in a 7-0 vote. “The …
Friday, February 3, 2012
| By MARYALICE GILL
Staff Writer
Dreamer I’m Dreamer, a 5-month-old spayed female. I have the prettiest eyes and sweetest face. My fur is so, so soft! If you are patient and quiet with me, I’ll …
Friday, February 3, 2012
After the Bedford Journal story “Proposed budget would mean 10 cent increase” went to press for the Jan. 27 publication, the town recalculated the tax rate resulting from changes to …
Friday, February 3, 2012
| By MARYALICE GILL
Staff Writer
|
