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🌱 Patch AM: Mendham man charged after multiagency online child exploitation sting in New York

Also check out Barn & Rummage Sale on the Mendham Patch calendar

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Greetings Mendham! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Mendham man charged after multiagency online child exploitation sting in New York
  • Can Mendham boys soccer bounce back and defend its Top 10 spot?

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Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partial sunshine, with a high of 79 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Saturday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, temps: high: 70, low: 58.
  • Sunday: Periods of rain, with a high of 64 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Morris County man among 3 arrested in New York internet crimes against children operation (wrnjradio.com) — A 39-year-old Mendham resident has been charged in New York with attempted second-degree rape and attempted endangering the welfare of a child after an undercover internet crimes operation. Authorities say investigators posed as minors online, arranged alleged meetups, and are still reviewing digital evidence. Anyone with information is urged to contact New York State Police.
   

• Boys Soccer Top 20, Sept. 17: Another week of new faces as carousel continues to turn (nj.com subscription) — Mendham's boys soccer team sits at 5-1 and holds the No. 9 spot in New Jersey's latest Top 20 rankings after a tough 4-0 loss to Delbarton. The Minutemen aim to rebound quickly with upcoming matches against Mount Olive and Chatham, while other ranked programs continue to shuffle in a volatile statewide picture.
   

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Ok Mendham! 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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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