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And on the Media Patch calendar - Evaluation Wednesdays On The Main Line | Alderfer Auction Grand Opening in Wayne Oct. 7th

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Hi Media! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why WorldAtlas just crowned Media Pennsylvania's most hospitable town
  • What led jurors in Media to convict Delco's ex-emergency chief?

Also on today's calendar: Evaluation Wednesdays On The Main Line | Alderfer Auction Grand Opening in Wayne Oct. 7th and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Clearing and warmer, with a high of 70 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sun, temps: high: 64, low: 41.
  • Wednesday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 70 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Media Named the Most Hospitable Town in Pennsylvania by WorldAtlas (delco.today) — Media has just been named Pennsylvania's most hospitable town by WorldAtlas, spotlighting the borough's long tradition of welcoming residents and visitors. From Dining Under the Stars on State Street to nearby parks and community events, the recognition credits generations of intentional choices that shaped "Everybody's Hometown" into a lively, inclusive place where people want to stay and gather.
   

• Former Delco Emergency Services Director Convicted of Assault (mychesco.com) — A Delaware County jury in Media has convicted former county Emergency Services Director Timothy Boyce of indecent assault and harassment involving two former employees, following a four-day trial. He was taken into custody on $50,000 bail and faces sentencing in December, with state prosecutors emphasizing that public officials are not exempt from accountability for workplace misconduct.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I want to tell you, if you love a really good mix of music on a Saturday evening, try the Many Moods of Ben Vaughn on WXPN.
    88.5. it's a happy place...and then the blues show. (Nextdoor Middletown Glen Riddle)
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  • A & A posted a job opening for Part Time Cleaner in Broomall. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Media here.

🗞 Nearby News

Springfield

  • How did Pennsylvania's top-ranked football teams fare on Friday, Oct. 2 (pennlive.com)

Swarthmore

  • Philly area mom hosting event to raise awareness for rare disease (audacy.com)
  • Reigning Champs Denison, NYU Atop Preseason Division III Poll (swimmingworldmagazine.com)
  • 'It's not just a Cornell problem': Students speak out about sexual assault (nhpr.org)

Brookhaven

  • Rescue speaks of 'horrible' stray dog situation in Chester (delcotimes.com)

Ok Media! 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: "The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ?" — Footsteps (Thank you Patty G. for sending it in!)
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