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Bedford man charged in long-running pension fraud scheme
BEDFORD – Local authorities have charged Aaron Brewington Granda, 59, with theft, a Level 5 felony, in connection with an alleged scheme to collect his…
Social Security Administration announces new efforts to simplify SSI Applications
WASHINGTON—The Social Security Administration announced a significant step in a multi-year effort to simplify the process of applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) by offering…
Late-Night dispute turns violent: Bedford Man faces battery charges
BEDFORD—On August 2, Bedford Police Officer Joshua Turner was called to the Men’s Warming Shelter on H Street regarding a battery report that occurred at…
16 dogs seized after being found emaciated; Bedford man arrested
BEDFORD – Michael Wade, 47, of Bedford, is facing four counts of animal neglect following a report about the dire condition of his pets. On…
Monroe County Planning Department will hold a public hearing on September 24th on proposed changes to County Development Ordinance
BLOOMINGTON – The Monroe County Planning Department will hold a public hearing on September 24th to discuss proposed changes to the County Development Ordinance. The CDO is…
Obituary: Joseph H. Hall
January 30, 1969 – August 30, 2024 Joseph H. Hall, 55, of Bedford, passed away at 7:00 a.m. on Friday, August 30, 2024. Born on…
Police Log: September 1, 2024
Bedford Police Department Arrests – August 31 Incidents – August 31 Incidents – August 29 Accidents – August 31 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Lawrence County Council begins budget hearings
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Council began budget hearings Thursday night. The 2025 estimated total budget has not been established. Last year, the Lawrence County…
Shelburn man arrested for domestic battery of juveniles
SULLIVAN CO. – Indiana State Police Putnamville Post initiated a criminal investigation on May 9, 2024, after receiving information from a Shelburn Town Marshall concerning allegations…
