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Bedford is planning a major facelift for its historic theater, but the local community theater group is terrified they’ll get kicked out in the process. It’s a classic tug-of-war between keeping our city’s history alive and modernizing buildings that are falling apart.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 3 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
The project costs $1.36 million, funded by the hotel occupancy tax.
Bedford residents who will have a new venue for community events and cultural arts.
The local theater group is at risk of losing their home and their ability to put on shows during the construction phase.
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The city is investing over $1.3 million to renovate the historic Old Bedford School to make it a usable community space for arts and events.