Health Department Warns of Tick Menace
More than a year into a global pandemic, the town Health Department wants to make sure residents remember the little things. Like
Select Board Renews Town Manager’s Contract for Three Years
The Select Board Monday unanimously approved a three-year contract extension for Town Manager Sarah Stanton. The action is a vote of confidence
Bedford Police Practice De-Escalation Skills
The Bedford Police Department has announced that most of its officers have completed scenario-based training, specifically focused on proper de-escalation and communication
Mental Health and Social Services Available to Bedford Residents
As the Bedford community continues to processes the tragic event that occurred this past Friday resulting in the untimely death of a
Covid Rate Up but Fewer Residents Taking Advantage of Free Testing
Bedford is no exception to recent trends showing an increased incidence in Covid-19. “It seems to have coincided with the increase in
Advocating for an Energy Coordinator
The position of municipal energy coordinator pays for itself several times over, an advocate informed the town Energy and Sustainability Committee Wednesday.
A Statement from the Bedford Select Board
We are saddened and alarmed by the recent murders of eight individuals, including six Asian American women, in Georgia. This horrific tragedy
Microgrid Could Provide Uninterrupted Power for Key Town Buildings
A study is underway that could lead to a self-contained electrical grid on the central municipal campus that will lower town government
Garage Overflowing with Boxes? Compost Center Expands Hours of Operation and Cardboard Recycling
Residents can soon expect an increase in the compost center’s hours of operation, in an effort to divert materials from the town’s
Select Board Votes on Recommendations For Town Meeting Warrant Articles
The Select Board Monday recommended approval of all articles on the annual town meeting warrant that voters will address on Saturday, May
Planning Board Reviews Police Station Expansion
The Planning Board, at its March 23 meeting, took community feedback and offered its plans to expand the police station. If funding
When Mosquitos Arrive, Town will be Ready
That whiny little voice you are hearing beneath the cacophony of the ubiquitous pandemic—the one that says, "See you soon"—is a mosquito.
COVID-19 Homebound Vaccination Opportunity
The Town of Bedford Health Department is pleased to announce it is partnering with the Massachusetts State In-Home Vaccination Program to offer
DPW Postpones Saturday’s Collection of Scrap Metal, Tires; Collection for Household Goods of Acton Still On
This Saturday’s recycling event is changing: the Department of Public Works is postponing the collection of scrap metal and tires until later
Bedford’s Community Emergency Response Team ~ CERT ~ Urges Residents to ‘Be Ready!’
Are you ready for the next storm, power outage, road closure, or another event? The degree to which you are prepared can
Health Department Plans to Hire an Additional Youth Social Worker
The town Department of Health and Human Services plans to hire a social worker next month whose main role will involve young
Bedford is Among Nine Area Towns Hoping to Obtain Approval for Acton Vaccination Site
Heidi Porter, director of the town Health and Human Services Department, told the Board of Health Monday that nine area towns are
Reflections in the Time of Pandemic: Sarah Stanton and the Select Board
"I didn't think we would still be here a year later, yet here we are," Town Manager Sarah Stanton said, echoing a
Competitive Town Election Brings out the Voters
Saturday’s voter turnout was the largest in a local election this century, according to research by Ashley Large, archivist in the town
Covid-19 Cases Falling; Health Director Urges Residents to Continue Testing
The number of Covid-19 cases in Bedford is falling, not only in reality but also on paper. Mark Waksmonski, the Health and
Preliminary Town Election Results ~ March 13, 2021
Maureen Richichi (Board of Health), Chris Gittins (Planning Board), and Joseph Gilbert (Board of Assessors) were elected to fill vacant positions on
It’s Election Day ~ March 13, 2021 ~ #GO_VOTE
Bedford's polls are open until 6 pm today. If you requested a mail-in ballot, the dropbox in the entryway to Town Hall
#GoVOTE ~ Saturday, March 13 ~ 8 am to 6 pm ~ JGMS
Last-minute questions? Check The Bedford Citizen's Election Day FAQ!
Finance Director Resigns
Marisa Batista has resigned as Bedford's finance director and town accountant for personal health reasons. Town Manager Sarah Stanton said on Friday
What You Need to Know for Saturday’s Town Election ~ A Comprehensive FAQ
Bedford's 2021 town-wide election will take place from 8 am until 6 pm in the gymnasium at John Glenn Middle School on
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