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 brought you all the best places to celebrate Halloween and a police story about a man who was doing more tricking than treating when he was caught selling counterfeit Bates Motel tickets. Middletown Council continued discussion on a potential townhouse development off Baltimore Pike. And, Delaware County officials broke ground on the new animal control facility to be built in Darby Township. Oh, and it snowed. A lot.
Below is a full list of this week's stories.
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Saturday, Oct. 29
Find out what's happening in Mediawith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Four-part, first-person story from a breast cancer survivor.
Send Patch your photos of this untimely snowfall.
Saturday's morning precipitation caused crashes all over the area. More may come overnight.
Rose Tree Media Taxpayers United, a non-partisan group of concerned citizens, sent this letter to Rose Tree Media School Board Candidates running in the November Election.
Check out what homes are for sale with a jacuzzi in the greater Philadelphia area.
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Friday, Oct. 28
The RTMSD Board of Directors met Thursday night, Oct. 27.
Results from Media Patch's Best of polls.
An account of legislative votes in Congress.
Saturday's looking sloppy for outdoor activities.
Find four local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
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.
A 17-year-old driver crashed into a tree after her GPS told her to turn, according to State Police.
Donna is available for adoption at the Delco SPCA.
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Thursday, Oct. 27
The National Weather Service is warning of subfreezing temperatures Friday morning before a daytime high in the 50s.
County officials broke ground on a new municipal animal shelter in Darby Township on Thursday.
The subject of this Fast Forward is the crowds at the Media Food Festival recently.
Does your kid have an amazing Halloween costume? Enter Patch's Halloween contest and win a trip to New York or Los Angeles.
What Media area restaurant made this food?
Check out this Marple Newtown Patch restaurant review of Uno Chicago Grill in Newtown Square.
Today is the last Edgmont Farmer's Market of the season. Media Farmer's Market will remain in full swing until Nov. 17.
Wawa and Rocky Run YMCA teamed up recently to show the importance of staying healthy.
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.
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Wednesday, Oct. 26
Patch’s Little Pumpkin Costume Challenge with Heidi Klum needs your entries now.
Auroras were seen or photographed in more than half of the country.
Study reports that 20 percent of Philadelphia area bridges are deficient.
WPVI-TV meteorologist Cecily Tynan will kick off Sunday's parade, which begins at 2 p.m.
Edgmont's Valley View Meadows Subdivision Still Being Considered
The Valley Road development plan is still under consideration by the Edgmont Board of Supervisors.
Help local moms answer these local questions.
Delaware County Council partners with the Pennsylvania Department of Health to offer two free walk-in flu shot clinics this week.
Check out Patch's best bets for Oct. 26 through Nov. 1.
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Tuesday, Oct. 25
Discussion on the proposed townhouse development plan will continue at Middletown Council's Dec. 12 meeting.
The Delaware County Coaches Association selects the top players of the last weekend’s games.
A local nutritionist tells us how to maintain our weight goals and stay fit through the busy fall holiday season.
What's your favorite bakery?
Here is the leaf collection schedule for Middletown Township.
Delaware County Community College publishes their most recent annual Campus Security Report.
Media/Elwyn Line Running After Morning Suspension
A person was struck and killed on the tracks at 49th Street, according to several news outlets.
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Monday, Oct. 24
Walk-in to Riddle Hospital on Wednesdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. to get a mammogram.
An account of legislative votes in the General Assembly.
Children can trick-or-treat early in a safe environment on Wednesday.
Linvilla Orchards prides itself in having the freshest foods nature has to offer, right from the farm to your family’s dinner table.
Penncrest football still has a chance to get its first victory.
Below is a listing of how some of the top teams in the area played after Week 8.
Edgmont Man's Medical Recovery Leads to Sainthood for Rev. Louis Guanella
After recovering from a brain injury this Edgmont man met the Pope and helped Rev. Louis Guanella become canonized to sainthood.
Stock up now for trick-or-treat night with packs of candy and coupons starting at $1 each.
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Sunday, Oct. 23
Orange and red hues are painting Media as a chill envelops the air. Check out these signs of Fall that are popping up as quickly as the wind.
Results from Patch's grocery store poll.
