Unauthorized Bog Bridge Gets a Reprieve
By Kim Siebert MacPhail The so-called “mystery bridge” in a wetland portion of conservation land near Lantern Lane is no longer slated
New Stream Signs on Bedford Roads
Submitted by Elizabeth Bagdonas, Bedford’s Conservation Administrator The Bedford Department of Public Works and Conservation Commission are sponsoring a series of new
Bedford Board of Health announces 2012-2013 Flu Clinics
Submitted by the Bedford Board of Health It is estimated that approximately 2,614 people in Bedford will get the flu this season.
Board of Health Ready to Send Requested Synthetic Turf Findings to Outdoor Recreation Area Study Committee
By Kim Siebert MacPhail The Board of Health at its September 10th meeting reviewed a letter written by Health Director Heidi Porter
Millipore Plans to Repair Ashby Road Bridge
By Kim Siebert MacPhail It is likely that the bridge on Ashby Road that spans Elm Brook will be repaired before cold
Conservation Commission Ponders St. Michael’s Land Wetland Proposal
By Kim Siebert MacPhail Although the Conservation Commission members present at the public hearing on August 5th were unanimous in their desire
Infected mosquitoes isolated in Bedford – Spraying to resume on Wednesday, September 5
From Heidi Porter, MPH, REHS/RS – Director of Public Health, Bedford Board of Health The Bedford Board of Health wants to inform
Arbor Resources Committee Contributes to Bedford’s Comprehensive Plan
By Kim Siebert MacPhail As the Planning Board guides the town through the process of updating the Comprehensive Plan and develops a
Bedford Arbor Resources Committee Plans Town Tree Nursery
By Kim Siebert MacPhail Following up on an idea that the committee first conceived nine years ago—and taking into account similar initiatives
Bedford’s Energy Task Force Takes Stock, Looks Ahead
By Kim Siebert MacPhail After working with Facilities Director Richard Jones for several years to save money on heating, cooling and lighting
Unauthorized Bog Bridge, Though Admired, May Be Removed
By Kim Siebert MacPhail A footbridge over wetlands near Lantern Lane that was not authorized by the Conservation Commission may have to
Blake Block Nears Completion
By Kim Siebert MacPhail A year ago this week, the old Blake Block—or former Sheldon Block— was demolished. Although many long-time townsfolk
The Bedford Cultural Council is gearing up for the upcoming FY13 grant cycle
By Barbara Purchia The Bedford Cultural Council (BCC) is a state-funded, community-based town committee whose mission is to support cultural projects with a
Bedford’s Board of Health Reminds Residents That It’s Still Mosquito Season
Over the next several weeks, Bedford’s Board of Health will continue to work with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the
Board of Health to Form Subcommittee for Bio-Safety Policy Review
By Kim Siebert MacPhail In September, the Board of Health will create a subcommittee to study Bedford’s policies on several bio-safety matters,
Outdoor Recreation Study Committee Requests Synthetic Turf Info from Board of Health
By Kim Siebert MacPhail The ad hoc Outdoor Recreation Study Committee that was formed to advise the town about athletic field inventory,
Outdoor Recreation Area Study Committee’s Work Progresses
By Kim Siebert MacPhail The nine member committee that was formed to examine outdoor recreational facilities has a challenging list of tasks
Board of Health OK’s Policies on Home Sharps and Geothermal Wells
By Kim Siebert MacPhail In an effort to comply with new state regulations regarding the collection of used hypodermic needles (home sharps),
Finance Committee ExaminesTown Vehicle Question
By Kim Siebert MacPhail Last Thursday, the Finance Committee discussed Bedford’s municipal vehicles—specifically the so-called “take-home” vehicles, which are used by town
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