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Week in Review: Aug. 7-13

Did you miss any of this week's news?

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.

We gave you the July real estate closures. If you want to see how much your neighbor's house sold for. Sang Kee Noodle Bowl restaurant opened up this week. There was breaking news of the prediction of a tornado headed our way but fortunately nothing was officially spotted in the area. A text message about the Phillies winning a game resulted in two separate, but related car crashes. And a Media woman was found to be guilty of arson and insurance fraud in connection with setting her car on fire. 

Below is a full list of this week's stories.

Find out what's happening in Mediawith free, real-time updates from Patch.

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Saturday, Aug. 13

Check out these houses with fenced-in backyards that are for sale in the greater Philadelphia area.

Find out what's happening in Mediawith free, real-time updates from Patch.

Firefighters have been fighting fires in your town for a long time. Take a look at four of the fire houses that equip these life savers.

The National Weather Service issued a flood watch from 6 p.m. Saturday through 6 a.m. Monday.

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Friday, Aug. 12

A Media woman was found guilty of arson and insurance fraud in connection with setting her car on fire.

A local exercise physiologist weighs in on the benefits of strength training, and offers tips for a solid program.

The township will sell 103,000 gallons of capacity that according to Township Engineer James Kelly, it will not need in the foreseeable future.

This "tan" cat is available for adoption at the Delco SPCA.

August 13-14, 2011

Patch reviews Grape Leaves Grille, Pizza Palace, Janos Italian Pizza Kitchen, Weinrich Bakery, Ariano, Pescatore BYOB, The Lucky Dog Saloon and Grille and Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse.

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Thursday, Aug. 11

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

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.

This week food writer Clara Park sat down with the chef of Ariano Restaurant in Media.

Get to know this Rose Tree Fire Company first responder.

Check out our farmer's market feature every week for a list of what you can expect to find at the Media and Edgmont farmer's markets. Both markets are on Thursdays from 3 to 7p.m.

The subject of this Fast Forward is making lemon water ice at Rita's in Media.

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Wednesday, Aug. 10

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.

The Plumstead Inn will host its annual fundraiser for brain cancer research.

Your budget may be tight, but your look can still be the latest by checking out a few of these Delco consignment and second-hand stores.

The show will be at Garnett Valley Middle School in Glen Mills Aug. 12-14.

Check out Patch's best bets for August 10-16.

Help local moms answer these local questions.

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Tuesday, Aug. 9

The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning following an earlier tornado warning for the area Tuesday afternoon.

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.

Councilman Mark Kirchgasser said illegal ATV use will be punished to "the full extent of the law."

Find four local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.

Find out how kid-friendly Ariano in Media is.

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Monday, Aug. 8

Sang Kee's fifth location opens on Aug. 12 in Edgmont Square.

Get back-to-school shopping done early and under budget with sales offered at many area retailers.

These houses were sold between July 1, 2011 and July 31, 2011.

Pet owners submit your pet photos for a chance to win.

Find out what you need to know this week.

Which Media eatery made this food?

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Sunday, Aug. 7

This completely renovated, 100-year-old Rosemont home is on the market for $1,750,000

One IBEW Union local calls Verizon "corporate pigs" and vows "we built this company and we are going to make damn sure they know that."


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