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Morning Collingswood! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What rules would govern backyard hens in Collingswood neighborhoods?
  • How could EMS privatization change emergency response in Collingswood?

Also on today's calendar: Philadelphia Sports Venue Furniture Liquidation | Hospitality Furnishings and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 87 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 81, low: 61.
  • Saturday: An afternoon shower in spots, with a high of 82 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Backyard chickens are one step closer to coming to Collingswood (inquirer.com) — Collingswood officials just advanced an ordinance that would finally allow a limited number of licensed backyard hens in town after years of debate. The proposal includes training, inspections, strict limits on flock size, and a resident advisory board, with a final vote expected next month. Neighbors raised health and nuisance concerns, while supporters say the rules are tough enough to keep coops well managed.
   

• Collingswood Fire Department sounding alarm over firefighter shortage: "Something has to be done" (cbsnews.com) — Collingswood's fire department says chronic understaffing is stretching crews thin as they handle roughly 4,000 fire and EMS calls a year, raising concerns about response times and safety. Deputy Mayor Amy Henderson Riley is leaning toward privatizing EMS after an outside study recommended it, while union leaders and residents push for solutions that keep reliable emergency coverage in the borough.
   

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  • Haddonfield Ceremony, Sirens To Mark 25th Anniversary Of 9/11 Terror Attacks (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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