🌱N.H. Tops Hot Market + COVID Soaring + Stoneyfield 100% Green

Bedford NH

09 November, 2021

2:24 AM

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Rise and shine, Bedford! Here's everything you need to know to start your Wednesday off right. First, today's weather: A morning shower is possible. High: 60. Low: 33. Here are the top stories in Bedford today: A midsize New Hampshire city was named the nation's hottest housing market for the 10th time since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Manchester, N.H. topped the list once again because it's an affordable alternative to Boston, according to Realtor.com. People who work in Boston can live in New Hampshire for about 38% less. One of the biggest reasons that the Manchester-Nashua area has such a hot housing market may be flexibility with remote-work, placing it "at or near the top of our hottest markets list" several times over the past year, said Realtor.com chief Economist Danielle Hale. Hake said that homebuyers who buy in New Hampshire "can have their home and still have money left to spend on other budget priorities." (Realtor.com)Infections are spreading quickly, but you can help. State health officials released data today saying there are more than 5,164 active cases in New Hampshire which experts say are alarmingly high levels. It's the highest number of infected people the state has had since January, 2021, before vaccines were widely available. Every county has high community transmission, prompting state health officials to ask people to continue to wear masks and practice social distancing that limits the spread of this persistent, and highly-contagious virus with the potential for serve complications, including pneumonia and death, in some cases. State epidemiologist, Dr. Benjamin Chan, said vaccination is the number one tool for stopping the spread of illness. Today in New Hampshire, 5,164 people have active COVID-19 infections. Bedford has 64 active infections, with a total of 2,586, and Manchester has 419 active infections, with a total of 15,642 cases, and counting. (WMUR)Stonyfield Organic is on a fast track to use 100% renewable energy for its Londonderry facility by mid to late 2022. That's three years ahead of a commitment the company announced in June to make its Londonderry facility completely powered by renewable energy no later than 2025. Stonyfield Organic said they bought renewable energy credits from a solar farm in Rushford Village, Minn., and two other midwestern solar arrays, and the company is the only subscriber of four new solar installations in New Hampshire. How did Stoneyfield Organic do what others say will take a decade or more to accomplish? Spokeswoman Kristina Drociak said. "I think it was just a lot of fast and hard work with our sustainability director and partners in New Hampshire." (The Union Leader) Today's Bedford Daily is brought to you by Newrez. Wondering when a cash-out refinance makes sense financially? We've got the answers. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Bedford: Find Your Cause, Hosted by Manchester Young Professionals. (5:30 p.m.) Bedford Patch Notebook Bedford Bulldogs Athletic Booster Club: "Congratulations lady Bulldog Varsity Volleyball…State Champions!" (Facebook) Bedford Athletic Club: "Congratulations to the U13 BAC boys for winning the State Championship." (Facebook) Bedford Fire Department, NH: "Happy "Fall back" Bedford Community! We hope you enjoyed the extra hour of sleep this weekend. Please use this time as an opportunity to place new batteries in your smoke detectors, and test them to ensure that they are operating." (Facebook) Bedford N.H. Public Library: "We're excited to announce the return of the Bedford Boomers Model Train Show. Stop by the Bedford Public Library on Saturday, November 20 and Sunday November 21 to help us celebrate National Model Railroad Month." (Facebook) Patricia Graveline Obituary (2021) - Bedford, N.H. - Union Leader (Legacy.com) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Healthy Buffalo — Look good in the Buff and Eat Buffalo meat! It's healthy! (Visit website) MJ'S Market, Inc — MJ's Market, A Cannabis Destination, Opening Late September! (Visit Website) RD1 Fitness — "A new way to "fit" fitness into your daily routine." (Visit website) Tiger Warrior Dojo — Commitment to Excellence (Visit website) Add your business here Events: Celebrate Your Favorite Veteran With Patriotic Flowers (November 11) Operation Delta Dog- Run2Rescue 5K (November 13) Pianist Carolyn Enger's The Mischlinge Exposé , Author David Daniel, and ICEFA (November 13) 39th Annual Holiday Craft Fair (November 20) Add your event For sale: Heating gas stove. (Details) Add your item You're good for today. I'll see you soon! If you like these newsletters, consider bringing a few friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Paula Constance About me: I am a freelance writer, author, and media producer. I am committed to media projects that empower, engage, and help make the world a better place. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Bedford Daily? You can reach me at [email protected].