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 told you about 320 Market Cafe opening its second location on State Street. Media Business Authority is offering parking debit cards for parking meters. Curious George's former owner was found and cited and applications for George's adoption are now being taken at the SPCA. We got you ready for your Black Friday shopping with deals and store hours. And sadly, a 24-year-old man died at Rose Tree Park this week. He was a Marple Newtown High School graduate and a United States Marine. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Geraghty family.
We hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving. Media Patch is thankful for all its readers. Happy Thanksgiving.
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Below is a full list of this week's stories.
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Find out what's happening in Mediawith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Saturday, Nov. 26
A trip to Linvilla Orchards will always put you in a festive mood. Take in the sights and smells while you purchase pumpkins to poinsettias as the seasons change and we celebrate Thanksgiving to Christmas.
Check out these homes that are for sale in the $800,000 range, in the greater Philadelphia area.
Get to know this South Media Fire Company first responder.
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Friday, Nov. 25
Give a gift connected to Media or the surrounding area this holiday season.
This rottweiler-chow mix, named Hansel, is available for adoption at the Delco SPCA.
Find four local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
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Thursday, Nov. 24
The Pennsylvania State Police will step up its traffic enforcement over the Thanksgiving weekend.
Funeral service for Rocky Geraghty, 24, of Broomall, who was 2005 Marple Newtown grad and a U.S. Marine, will be held on Friday, Nov. 25, at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Newtown Square.
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.
Stores open earlier than ever and tempt shoppers with up to 50 percent discounts on high-end items.
This Nov. 25 is sure to be a day of deep, deep discounts for holiday shoppers. Let Patch guide you through it.
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Wednesday, Nov. 23
Richard "Rocky" Gerarghty, 24, died on Nov. 21. The cause of death was suicide.
Here’s a rundown of the Thanksgiving closings around town.
This weekend 42.5 million are predicted to travel.
Check out Patch's best bets for Nov. 23-29.
The Delaware County SPCA will host a Spay Day on Tuesday, Nov. 29, where cats will be spayed and neutered for just $10.
Operation Warm Delco, which raises funds to provide new winter coats to children-in-need, kicked off with $10,000 Wawa donation.
From different terms to different ways of celebrating, people have different ways of giving thanks.
Share your plans for the upcoming holiday.
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Tuesday, Nov. 22
The Delaware County Medical Examiner officially ruled the manner of death of the man found at Rose Tree Park a suicide.
Officials have not confirmed the man's cause or manner of death awaiting the medical examiner's report however it appears to have been a suicide.
The former owner of Curious George, the emaciated American Bulldog-Pit Bull mix, has turned himself in to authorities.
What's your favorite diner?
Riddle Memorial Wellness Manager Katy Coughlin offers up some great advice on incorporating exercise into your daily holiday activities and chores.
A work crew patched the holes in the state park's paved path Friday.
An account of legislative votes in the General Assembly.
No Tax Increase in Edgmont Township's Preliminary 2012 Budget
Edgmont residents would see a total .7202 mills or $212 for a house with the average assessment of $295,000, if the preliminary budget is approved.
Martins Run Senior Living Community will host a 'This is Your Life' presentation in honor of resident Bill Niemeyer, 87, as their special guest on Nov. 30 at 7 p.m.
Third grade students at Media-Providence Friends School mastered their Spanish vocabulary during a recent trip to Linvilla Orchards.
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Monday, Nov. 21
Reports were received around 10:50 p.m. on Nov. 21 about an incident reported at Rose Tree Park in Upper Providence Township.
The second location of the Swarthmore-based store will focus on ready-made items and cheeses rather than grocery items.
Media Borough will offer parking meter debit cards during the holiday season.
The former Locust Crest Tavern on Route 352 is currently under renovations to become a restaurant.
Turkey and all the trimmings in a convenient sandwich. Which is your favorite?
Lima and Granite Farms Estates, along with 21 other retirement communities donated 36,000 pounds of food and clothing.
The Delaware County Kennel Club presented a bullet proof vest and a first aid kit to Charlie, a new K-9 German shepherd assigned to the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office to patrol county government premises and to detect explosives.
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Sunday, Nov. 20
Check out where the best barber shops are.
Take a look at this Radnor Township house currently on the market for $1,399,900.
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