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Hello Norristown! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How worried should Norristown be about Pennsylvania's worsening measles outbreak?
  • How $8.4 million in grants will change Norristown and neighbors
  • Why Hatboro's new barriers matter for Norristown's regional safety net

Also on today's calendar: Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with a shower in spots, with a high of 85 and low of 69 degrees.
  • Friday: Intervals of clouds and sun, temps: high: 85, low: 57.
  • Saturday: Clouds and sun; less humid, with a high of 76 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. More Measles Deaths Reported In PA: Where Montgomery Co. Cases Stand (patch.com) — Norristown-area residents are being warned as Pennsylvania's measles outbreak has now caused four deaths statewide, even though Montgomery County's case count remains at three with no recent increases. With nearby Chester County seeing a surge in infections, local health officials urge residents to confirm their measles immunity and consider a titer blood test if vaccination records are unclear.
   

2. Montgomery County secures $8 million in state grants (pottsmerc.com subscription) — Norristown is set to benefit from new state grants that will extend the Norristown Farm Park trail through Elmwood Park Zoo and fund nearly $1 million in repairs to the borough's aging sewer system. Additional money will support box trucks for the Montgomery County–Norristown Public Library, while other Montgomery County towns receive funds for parks, safety upgrades, and infrastructure.
   

3. NEWS POST: Hatboro Thanks Sen. Maria Collett and Rep. Nancy Guenst for Securing $379,990 (crimewatch.net) — Norristown's existing MVB3X vehicle barrier systems are part of a growing countywide safety network now being expanded by a new grant for Hatboro's police. By standardizing on the same platform used in Norristown, Conshohocken, and the county, Hatboro can better secure parades and street festivals while strengthening mutual aid for large events across Montgomery County.
   

4. How good is Cavan Sullivan? First USMNT call-up set to springboard Philadelphia Union teen's superstar career (sportingnews.com) — A rising U.S. soccer star with roots in Norristown is on the verge of his first senior national team call-up, capping a breakout season with the Philadelphia Union. The article traces how moving to Norristown helped position him for the Union academy, and explores his rapid ascent, international prospects, and potential future with Manchester City.
   

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  • I sent this little guy off this evening to be fixed and checked out.
    He's very sweet and friendly and shouldn't have any problems finding a new home. I wouldn't mind having him here either. He's full of love. (Nextdoor East End)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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