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🌱 Know where to cool down in Chester when temperatures soar

Chester, New Jersey Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • Know where to cool down in Chester when temperatures soar
  • How two sisters are reshaping the future of Alstede Farms in Chester

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Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 89 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 87, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Warm; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 87 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Where to Find Cooling Centers in Essex County (themontclairgirl.com) — During this week’s extreme heat, Chester residents can use Chester Library on West Main Street as an official cooling center, alongside many other sites across Morris and neighboring counties. The guide explains where to go, how to confirm hours, and what symptoms of heat stroke to watch for, while stressing hydration, light clothing, and checking on vulnerable neighbors.
   

• The Inspiring Story of Sisters Being Written at Alstede Farm (morningagclips.com) — Two sisters are helping lead Alstede Farms in Chester blending retail operations and crop production while keeping the family business thriving across 800 acres. Their story highlights resilience after personal loss, growing leadership roles for women in agriculture, and the importance of feeding nearby communities. Readers are invited to nominate inspiring women farmers to be featured next.
   

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  • Select Medical Corporation posted a job opening for Housekeeping (EVS) - Per Diem/PRN in Chester. Apply here.
  • BJ's Wholesale Club posted a job opening for Freezer and Dairy Clerk Full Time in Succasunna. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chester here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Peter Dinklage: Bio And Career Highlights (boredpanda.com)
  • These three Morris/Sussex lacrosse teams will play for state titles (northjersey.com)

Ok Chester! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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