School Committee Requesting $590,000 from Reserve Fund
The Bedford School Committee will request the Finance Committee to approve a $590,000 transfer from the reserve fund to cover a fiscal
Planning Board Explores Secondary Priorities
The Bedford Planning Board is turning to priorities and goals for the new fiscal year.
Barbehenn to Depart Planning Board, Town
Jacinda Barbehenn told fellow Bedford Planning Board members at their recent meeting that she plans to resign after the board meets on
It’s Time Now to Nominate the 2024 Bedford Citizen of the Year
Who will be Bedford's 2024 Citizen of the Year? Nomination forms are available now and must be received by Thursday, July 25,
Local Third Act Chapter Targeting Bank Branch Again
Members and supporters of Bedford’s chapter of Third Act plan to return to Veterans Memorial Park next week to send a message
Bedford Arts and Crafts Society Creates Community and Gives Back
For years, members of the Bedford Arts and Crafts Society have been giving back to the community by crafting blankets, hats, canes,
Bedford JFROTC Academic Team Takes Third Place in Nationals
BHS students Gianna Carrier, Evangel Li, Aidan McDonald, and Matthew Dill powered to the final four of the U.S. Air Force JROTC
Bedford Residents on Dean’s Lists at Nichols College, Bates College, University of Rhode Island, Hofstra University, and WPI
Academic Honors - Dean's List announcements from Nichols College, Bates College, University of Rhode Island, Hofstra University, and WPI.
Annual Reading of Declaration Thursday Morning
Jon O’Connor will lead a reading of the Declaration of Independence in Veterans Memorial Park on Thursday, July 4 at 10 a.m.
JGMS Eighth Graders Recognized for Academic Excellence
More than 30 John Glenn Middle School grade 8 students were recognized for academic excellence during the June 13 Moving On ceremonies
Bedford Resident Renby A. Fernald II enters Class of 2028 Plebe Summer at the U.S. Naval Academy
Bedford native Renby A. Fernald II, a graduate of Middlesex School in Concord, MA, was inducted into the Naval Academy Class of
Ad Hoc Tree Master Plan meets tomorrow at 7 p.m. via Zoom
The Ad Hoc Tree Master Plan Committee will be meeting tomorrow, July 2 at 7 p.m. over Zoom.
Dog Days of Summer – The Bedford Citizen 2024 Best In Show Voting: Round 1 Group B
We’re on to week 2 of voting in The Bedford Citizen’s Best In Show dog contest. Vote now in the Round 1
Another Installment of Academic Honors for Bedford College Students
Here is another installment of academic awards and honors announcements about Bedford residents sent to The Bedford Citizen from the academic institutions
Council on Aging Newsletter July 2024
The COA monthly newsletter for July and August, written by Alison Cservenschi, Director of the Bedford Council on Aging.
Combined Water and Sewer Rates Increasing by Nearly 10 Percent
Combined water and sewer rates for most Bedford consumers will increase by about 9.7 percent beginning next week.
Springs Brook Park is Open for the Summer with Expanded Offerings
Springs Brook Park, Bedford's town-run swimming facility is open, with more weekend hours and non-resident options. Join the fun and stop by
Rachel Hertzberg Joins the Bedford Free Public Library as Full-Time Children’s Librarian
Meet Rachel Hertzberg, a new full-time Children's Librarian at the Bedford Free Public Library.
Fourth of July Musings and Facts
Gene Kalb offers a few musings on 4th of July traditions in Bedford, and a listing of nearby fireworks displays.
Town Office Schedules for July 4 and July 5
In observance of Independence Day, here is a list of Town Offices that will be open or closed on Thursday, July 4,
Bedford Police Department Shares Tips for Safe Fourth of July Celebrations
Chief John Fisher and the Bedford Police Department wish to share several important safety tips and reminders as residents prepare to celebrate
More Academic Honors for Bedford Students
Here is another installment of academic awards and honors announcements about Bedford residents sent to The Bedford Citizen from the academic institutions
What’s Bedford Thinking: New England Summer Vacation Plans – Where Are You Going?
In New England we’re blessed with many choices to get away within a short drive. What's Bedford Thinking? Are you headed out
One Resident’s Euphoria: Catching, Selling, and Recording Fish
Bedford resident, fisherman, and content creator Michael Xu, has 659K YouTube subscribers and can be found selling fresh fish at Chip-In Farm
Economic Development Head Brings a Range of Perspectives
Meet Eric Salerno, Bedford's new Housing and Economic Development Director.