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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

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Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

The Bedford Citizen

Due to a lack of air conditioning, the Bedford Free Public Library will be closed on Friday, June 21.

Bedford Free Public Library Closed on Friday June 21

The Bedford High School Class of 1974 will be holding its 50th Anniversary Reunion from Sept. 20 through Sept. 22. The reunion committee is looking for help reaching out to some classmates.

BHS Class of 1974 Getting Together for 50th Year Reunion during Bedford Day Weekend

A heat watch is in effect from Tuesday through Friday. The Town of Bedford shared some information and warnings about how to stay safe in excessive heat.

Excessive Heat Watch – June 2024

On the first day of summer Dot is reading one of her favorite sources and looking back at some of the top stories this spring.

Dot’s Reading Room – June 2024

Meet Jackie Barmashi, BSN, RN, Bedford resident, and the Town of Bedford's new Public Health Nurse.

Meet Bedford’s New Public Health Nurse, Jackie Barmashi

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Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

It's Father's Day on Sunday. We're wondering about Father's Day neckties. Have you ever given your father or father figure a tie for Father's Day? Take our poll!

Father’s Day Neckties – What’s Bedford Thinking?

Amelie Kelly, a rising senior at Bedford High School is a top ten national finalist in the National History Day individual documentary category. Shreyes Shivappa, Simon Bendersky, and Thomas Lundgren received an honorable mention.

BHS Entry Among the Top National History Day Documentaries

State Rep. Ken Gordon (D-Bedford) joined his colleagues in the House of Representatives last week in passing two pieces of legislation; “An Act relative to treatments and coverage for substance use disorder and recovery coach licensure,” and “An Act to ensure legal parentage equality.”

State Legislature Passes Acts on Substance Use Disorder; Parentage Equality

In observance of Independence Day, here is a list of Town Offices that will be open or closed on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5.

Town Office Schedules for July 4 and July 5

Mark Cavallaro and Thelma Tatten will be remembered as "a loving, supporting couple" and for much more than the tragic end to their lives.

Shooting Victims Remembered for Their Qualities, Friendship

Massachusetts State

George K. Lua, 64, passed away on June 23, 2024, in Bedford, Massachusetts. Born on August 22, 1959, in San Francisco, California, George was a cherished member of his family, a loving husband, father and grandfather, and a proud member of the Bedford community. George graduated from Shawsheen Valley Technical...

An Obituary: George K. Lua

196 Job Lane School third-grade students and their teachers took a walk to visit the Job Lane House this month!

Third Graders Learn About Job Lane and Tour His Home

California State

Josue Torres

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a collaborative effort with the state legislature to restrict students’ use of smartphones during school hours. This initiative follows a warning issued on Monday from Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy about the detrimental effects of social media on children’s mental health.

California governor moves to ban smartphone use in schools

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

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Hanscom FCU Awards Scholarships to Bedford Residents Donnelly and Mola

The Hanscom Federal Credit Union awarded seven graduating high school seniors – five credit union members and two students from local U.S. Air Force Junior ROTC...

Hanscom FCU Awards Scholarships to Bedford Residents Donnelly and Mola

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