1. A 'positively' fantastic cause. The American Red Cross has teamed up with Bedford Positively to sponsor a blood drive at the old Bedford Town Hall (70 Bedford Center Road) on Wednesday, Jan. 8, from 12:30-6 p.m. All are encouraged to stop by and give blood at their convenience, but appointments are available and can either be scheduled online at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Donations may also be made to New Horizons food shelter.
2. Have your say on how your tax dollars are spent. The Bedford School Board holds a public hearing on tonight at 7 p.m. The Bedford Town Council also has scheduled public hearings for Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. on the following items:
- 2014 Proposed Municipal Budget
- Expenditures from the Land Capital Reserve
- Amendment or Repeal of Sunday Sales Ordinance
- Proposed Amendments to the: Tax Increment Financing Distric, Development Program, and Financing Plan.
4. The weatherman says ... after a brief winter warmup, Monday night temperatures dipped rapidly back into the teens. Tuesday will hover right there as the forecasted high, according to Weather.com, is 14 degrees with a 0-percent chance of rain and an overnight low of 8. Very cold, gusty winds will make temperatures feel even cooler.
5. Don't let your pipes freeze! Several Bedford homes have already suffered significant damage cause by bursting pipes. Protect your house by keeping the heat on and following these other tips from the Bedford Fire Department.
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