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Week in Review: Nov. 13-19

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 launched our Holiday Guide 2011, which will be in full swing from now until the New Year. It's full of gift ideas, holiday surveys, places to volunteer, events and lists of stores with discounts and deals going on. So be sure to check it out.  We updated you on the status of the new county animal shelter and SPCA deadline. We updated you on Curious George who will be ready for adoption soon. Media Borough Council announced its preliminary 2012 budget and gave a status update on the 3rd Street bridge/dam project.

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, Nov. 19

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant offers Holiday Bottled Reserves Gift Packs, beginning Black Friday.

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

Check out these homes sitting on one acre or more that are for sale in the greater Philadelphia area.

Natural Lands Trust donated computer servers to a Camden non-profit recently.

Get to know this South Media Fire Company first responder.

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Friday, Nov. 18

Media Borough Council gave a status update on the project’s progress and determined no design decisions will be made until the newly elected council is appointed in January.

Media Borough Council approved the preliminary 2012 budget at its meeting Thursday with no mill change to residents.

Rose Tree Principal Karen Daugherty, is acknowledged for the prestigious National Blue Ribbon award, and the Spartans receive certificates for its undefeated season.

Results from Media Patch's Best of polls.

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

The Pennsylvania State Police-Media Barracks will offer a child safety seat check on Monday.

This cat, named Palm, is available for adoption at the Delco SPCA.

The Fair Acres Cooking Club prepared a Thanksgiving feast recently.

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Thursday, Nov. 17

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 interviews the team behind the Rose Tree Inn in Media.

The Media community offers many places for people who wish to volunteer. Check the list below to see if you can lend a helping hand this season in the community and beyond.

The International Ballet Classique of Media will raffle off 20 pairs of tickets to their Nutcracker Ballet at Neumann University.

Is your choice based on temperature, calendar or something else?

Preliminary plan keeps status quo for those who represent Media, Middletown, Upper Providence and Edgmont.

Vendors of local foods will convene today from 3 to 7 p.m. one last time this year, for the Media Farmer's Market.

Delco Council Prepares for Whelan's Vacant Seat

Delaware County Council Chairman Jack Whelan will resign from council in January to accept his newly elected District Attorney position, leaving a vacancy on county council.

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Wednesday, Nov. 16

Curious George is almost ready for adoption.

If you're in the market for a completely prepared holiday dinner, Media Patch dishes out some ideas where you can buy a delicious one.

The new 320 Market Cafe opened on State Street Wednesday.

Pennsylvania senator seeks examination of federal reporting laws on abuse.

Check out Patch's best bets for the week of Nov. 16-22.

Send us pictures of babies born in 2011.

Patch asks when Christmas jingles jive with you.

Upper Providence Announces Preliminary Budget

Upper Providence Township Council announced its preliminary budget with a slight tax increase, recently.

The Media Oldtimers group inducted several athletes into Media's Hall of Fame recently.

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Tuesday, Nov. 15

Give a gift connected to Media or the surrounding area this holiday season.

Mine. Mine. Mine. In the eyes of a young child, the world revolves around them. But when they learn how to share, it opens the door to giving to those less fortunate.

The barn may eventually be used as a library or community center, but must first be stabilized following damage.

The delays can be up to 20 minutes.

What's your favorite barber shop?

The National 36th Annual Great American Smokeout is Wednesday.

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Monday, Nov. 14

With the SPCA's Dec. 31 animal control deadline approaching, officials are developing animal control plans for the first four months of 2012.

This holiday season, Patch has ideas where you can bring canned goods and other non-perishable items to help feed those in need.

Get low-cost holiday staples and time-saving prepared foods at these area markets.

An account of legislative votes in Congress.

You don't have to travel to Wyoming to view elk.

Doris W. Stettler, 95, a long time resident of Springfield, and most-recently a resident of Media, died peacefully at her home on Nov. 8, 2011.

Penn State Brandywine Receives Verizon Grant

Penn State Brandywine received a $5,000 grant along with 30 other Pennsylvania non-profits from Verizon recently.

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Sunday, Nov. 13

Here's a list of your favorite hair salons from around the region.

The 3rd Annual Notable Kitchen Tour and Chef Showcase opened up private homes to the public for the benefit of The Philadelphia Orchestra.


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