There isn't always time to sit down and read the news. So in case you missed any of the week's stories, here's a look at what happened in the greater Media area over the course of the week.
There was a police pursuit following a burglary in Middletown and we told you how it resulted in a car crash on Route 352. Formal murder charges were filed a against a mother and son who are accused of killing the family's patriarch in 2008. Two new restaurants, Spasso and Diego's, opened up on State Street. Mother of Providence Regional Catholic School selected a new principal despite low enrollment so far.
Below is a full list of this week's stories.
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Saturday, April 14
Are You the Greatest Sports Fan? Win Tickets
Win a $240 StubHub gift card.
Delco, Commonwealth Declare Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Delaware and Montgomery County Councils and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania recognize Casey Feldman and declare April Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
Home Comparison: $750,000 Homes
Check out these homes that are for sale in the $750,000 range, in the greater Philadelphia area.
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Delaware County is promoting programs dedicated to improving the lives of children who are victims of abuse.
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Friday, April 13
Local Stations Mourn Fallen Philadelphia Firefighters
Fire companies throughout the city and suburbs are flying flags at half staff.
House Hunt: Buy a Home for $900,000 in Media
Nearly 30 open houses are scheduled for the Media area on the weekend of April 15.
Best Sporting Goods Store: Bryn Mawr Running Company
Results from Media Patch's 2012 Reader's Choice polls.
Media Little League Opening Day Saturday
Opening Day ceremonies will include a special guest Phillies player and the parade at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday.
View Vicky the Dog, Adopt Today
This chihuahua papillon mix, named Vicky, is available for adoption at the Delco SPCA.
Cheap Trips: Trails, Trains and Monkey Joe
Want to get out of town and go for a trip, but looking to save money?
Local Job Hunt for Week of April 9
Looking for a job?
Delco SPCA Celebrates Phillies Opening Day with Discounts
The Delco SPCA is hosting an Opening Day Weekend adoption event where visitors will be eligible for $1 adoptions, pictures with the newest Phillies Ballgirl, dollar dogs, a bake sale and a raffle basket full of Phillies merchandise.
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Thursday, April 12
Man Involved in Middletown Burglary, Police Pursuit Held on $500,000 Bail
A man was held on $500,000 cash bail following a burglary, police pursuit and car crash in Middletown on Tuesday.
State Police Blotter: Church, Plant Nursery Burglarized
The following information has been supplied by the Pennsylvania State Police-Media Barracks. If arrests or charges are mentioned, they do not indicate guilt or a conviction.
Murder Charges Formally Filed Against Middletown Mom, Son
The mother and son accused of killing a Middletown man in 2008 were formally read the charges filed against each of them on Thursday.
Restaurant Review: Trattoria Giuseppe
Patch contributor Lauren Avellino Turton serves up a review of Trattoria Giuseppe in Edgemont.
Local Area Obituaries for Week of April 9
These are recent death notices of local and former residents.
Primary Election is 'Practice' for Voter ID
County Council alerts residents to new Pennsylvania Voter ID requirements.
Area Votes: House Would Halt County Reassessments
An account of legislative votes in the General Assembly.
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Wednesday, April 11
Diego's Cantina and Tequila Bar Expected to Open this Week
Diego's held a soft opening Tuesday.
Wallet Returned to Owner 12 Years Later
A Media woman, who found a wallet 12 years ago, was able to return it to the owner recently.
Mother of Providence Regional Catholic School Selects New Principal
The new regional Catholic school's name has been officially determined and a new principal has been selected but the enrollment turnout is currently low.
Iron Hill Opens Patio with Luau Party
Iron Hill Brewery will celebrate its opening of the outdoor patio with a Patio Opening Luau on Thursday.
Get Out: Super Sunday, 2nd Saturday, Sleeping Beauty
Patch offers some ideas for the upcoming weekend for you and the family.
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Tuesday, April 10
Spasso Italian Grill Holds Soft Opening
Spasso, the new Italian restaurant on State Street, held a soft opening Monday night.
State Police: 2 Face Charges of Burglary Following Middletown Police Pursuit
The following information has been supplied by the Pennsylvania State Police-Media Barracks. If arrests or charges are mentioned, they do not indicate guilt or a conviction.
State Police: Rt. 352 Now Open Following Middletown Crash
Route 352 and W. Knowlton Road in Middletown is now open after having been closed due to an earlier crash, according to State Police.
Sold: March Real Estate Closures
These houses were sold between March 1 and March 31, 2012.
The PA primary is on April 24.
2 Weeks to Election: Santorum, Romney?
Pennsylvania's primary election is April 24.
Last Chance: Siblings Day, Photo Contests, Dog Licenses
Find out about upcoming deadlines in the Media Patch community from April 9-15.
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Monday, April 9
Vote for Best Media Patch Sporting Goods Store
Where is the best place to buy sporting goods?
Hungry people anxiously await the opening of Diego's and Spasso on State Street in Media.
State Police: Media Man Allegedly Uses Victim's Debit Card at Multiple Wawas
The following information has been supplied by the Pennsylvania State Police-Media Barracks. If arrests or charges are mentioned, they do not indicate guilt or a conviction.
Bark for Life Comes to Rose Tree Park Sunday
The American Cancer Society's Bark for Life event comes to Rose Tree Park on April 15.
Middletown Resident Announces 7th District Congressional Run for Office
Owen Powell, of Middletown, announced that he will pursue a run in the 7th Congressional District as an independent candidate, according to the Delaware County Daily Times.
Middletown Twp. Business Assoc. to Highlight Local History
The Middletown Township Business and Professional Association’s April meeting will feature a history professor on April 11 who will discuss a Penn State Brandywine student project.
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Sunday, April 8
Winners: Best Regional Tax Prep Places
See what our readers voted as the area's best tax prep location in the results of our Readers' Choice poll.
