Week in Review: June 26-July 2

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. The SPCA and the county agreed to a county-funded, six-month extension of animal control services. We said goodbye to Coffee Club since its last day was Friday. We detailed advanced ticket offerings for the Harry Potter movie finale. And of course, we prepared you with all things Fourth of July, including where to watch fireworks and parades, recipes and a summer guide to the shore. Check out these stories below and more to get a full recap of all the week's news. 

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Saturday, July 2

Your guide to getting on the southern Jersey shore beaches, from Cape May to Brigantine.

Hang out with the fam on the Fourth instead of the veggie tray.

Check out these homes with granite counter tops that are for sale in the greater Philadelphia area.

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Friday, July 1

A county-funded, six-month agreement to extend animal control services to municipalities was reached Thursday night.

Fourth of July events in the surrounding areas.

Delaware County Council and the Delaware County SPCA officially agreed to extend animal control services to municipalities for six months.

Pennsylvania-bound bridge tolls will go from $4 to $5. PATCO fees will be up 10 percent.

July 2-3

These four kittens from the same litter are available for adoption at the DelCo SPCA.

Patch reviews La Forno Pizza, Ruby’s Diner, Tiffin, Szechuan Lei Lei, Burlap and Bean, Murray’s Deli and Restaurant, Antonella’s Italian Kitchen and Ashy’s Burger and Fries

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Thursday, June 30

After a temporary five-day extension due to the holiday weekend, the county will fund a six-month extension in agreement with the SPCA.

Tell us what you will miss about Coffee Club.

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 Delaware County SPCA is at capacity and all adult cats will be free to good homes on Friday.

This week Patch reviews La Forno Pizza in Upper Providence Township.

The subject of this Fast Forward is popping popcorn.

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Wednesday, June 29

Patch details advanced ticket offerings from local movie theaters for "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2."

The oldest and largest locally-managed bank and trust company opens two new branches in the area.

Help local moms answer these local questions.

Patch's best bets for this week are bursting with Fourth of July celebrations.

It's National Mosquito Week. Here are a few tips to help avoid the pesky insects.

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Tuesday, June 28

A two-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon resulted in minor injuries.

From patriotic punch, to red, white and blue cupcakes, Media Patch has some menu ideas for your weekend parties.

The average gas price in the greater Media Patch area is at $3.69 as of 2 p.m. on Tuesday.

Al Constantine talks to Patch about his early years as a musician.

More than 500 athletes age 50 and older participated in the 2011 Senior Games June 14-24.

Find out how kid-friendly La Forno in Media is.

Storm with potential for high winds, road ponding and dangerous cloud to ground lightning moving up the Route 1 Corridor. Alert in effect until 10:30p.m.

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Monday, June 27

The newest sushi bar in town opened in late May.

Area businesses offer store-wide discounts this week on everything from furniture and applicances to tires and swingsets.

Find out what you need to know this week.

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Sunday, June 26

Take a look at this million dollar house currently on the market.