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Week in Review: Sept. 16-22

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 in the past seven days.

This week, we told you how to buy a piece of Delaware County history online and asked what type of business you'd like to see in Edgmont Square Shopping Center. We told you that the new Azie Southeast opened in Edgmont. We kept you updated on the 3rd Street Project and told you that Media Borough Council voted for a one-lane, one-way roadway across the dam. And we gave you some real estate closures for the first half of the month.

Here's the full list of news from this past week:

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

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Saturday, Sept. 22

Save Snuggly Sadie the Cat

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

This buff-colored, tabby named Sadie is available for adoption at the Delaware County SPCA.

Vote: Best Team Sports Picture

Check out these great sports team pictures from your neighbors and vote on which one you think is the best.

Can Philadelphia Eagles Stay Undefeated?

Of the NFL teams who are undefeated after two weeks, would anyone believe it'd be the Philadelphia Eagles?

Home Comparison: 2-Car Garage

See how a Media home with a two car garage compares to other homes with two car garages in the area.

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Friday, Sept. 21

Media Borough Council voted Thursday 4-3 in favor of a 28-foot wide roadway with one lane of traffic, one-way into the borough over the 3rd Street dam.

Sold: Real Estate Closings September 1-15

The following homes were purchased in the first half of September, 2012

House Hunt: 975K Paxon Hollow Open House Check out the 26 open houses this weekend in the greater Media area.

Check out the five events in Northwest Philadelphia, the Main Line and beyond this weekend.

Patch Picks: NFL Week 3

Patch editors predict who they think will win in week 3.

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Thursday, Sept. 20

Blotter: Drunken Man Drives to Police Station to Collect Drunken Friend

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.

Delco Obituaries from Late Sept.

The following death notices come from Springfield, Haverford-Havertown, Media and Marple-Newtown.

Related Health Care Costs Could Climb by 9.1 Percent.

Looking to save money?

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Wednesday, Sept. 19

Azie Southeast Opens in Edgmont

The new Azie Southeast, formerly Sang Kee Noodle Bowl, has opened in Edgmont Square Shopping Center.

OMG PD: Nine Busted in One Car

Check out these unusual crime stories from around the Greater Philadelphia Area.

What's going on in and around Media Patch this weekend.

Visions For Vacancies: Edgmont Square Shopping Center

What would you like to see at a vacant store front next to Bonefish Grill in Edgmont?

Pa. Voter ID Ruling Puts Burden on Commonwealth

Tuesday's Pa. Supreme Court ruling on a challenge to the Voter ID law now puts the burden on the commonwealth to prove that no voters will be disenfranchised by the photo ID requirement.

Cell Tower Approved Near Rose Tree Fire Co.

Upper Providence Township Council approved the 150-foot tower which be located beside the Rose Tree Fire House, according to Delaware County News Network.

Officer Bradley Fox Laid to Rest

Thousands gather at final viewing and funeral mass to honor fallen officer.

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Tuesday, Sept. 18

A Piece of Delaware County History For Sale

Bring home a piece of history with significance to Media and Delaware County.

Teacher Spotlight: Denny Smyth

This gifted support teacher works at Indian Lane Elementary School and Media Elementary School.

Looking for a job in the Media area?

Pa. Ranks Sixth in Child Pool and Spa Drownings

This summer, 137 children younger than 15 drowned in a pool or spa across the country, according to the CPSC.

NWS Issues Tornado Watch for Tuesday Thunderstorms

Tornado watch throughout Pennsylvania through 7 p.m.

Romney 'Victims' Video Shot at 76ers Co-Owner Marc Leder's Home

Leder hosted $50,000-per-person fundraiser during which Romney called 47 percent of voters 'victims.'

Pa. Voter ID Sent Back to Lower Court

A judge now has until Oct. 2 to issue a new opinion on Pennsylvania's Voter ID challenge following a state Supreme Court ruling Tuesday.

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Monday, Sept. 17

Blotter: Man Clocked Driving 101 MPH in 55 Zone

The following information has been supplied by the Upper Providence Police Department. If arrests or charges are mentioned, they do not indicate guilt or a conviction

Public Speaks on 3rd St. Project at Borough Workshop Meeting

Media Borough Council hopes to forward 3rd Street Bridge width dimensions to design engineers at the Sept. 20 council meeting, according to the Delaware County News Network.

Philadelphia Eagles Hang Tough in Win

The Birds outbrawl the Baltimore Ravens in another come-from-behind victory for 2-0 record.

Post your team sports pictures and you could win a Patch prize pack in our Picture of the Week contest.

Penncrest Football Losses to Haverford 53-35

The Penncrest football team was leading the game at halftime but Haverford came back in the second half, according to Main Line Media News.

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Sunday, Sept. 16

Vote: Best Grandparent Picture

Check out all these great grandparent pictures from your neighbors and vote on which one you think is the best.

Winner: Best Back to School Picture

The main photo on the story may be great, but it’s not the winner. Click on the photos to see the winner.

Where Do You Buy Maternity Clothes?

Who knew finding larger clothes would be such a challenge locally?

Week in Review: Sept. 9-15

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Fractivists Want River Commission to Regulate Gas Pipelines

Environmental activists want The Delaware River Basin Commission to regulate gas pipeline construction that could affect the watershed.

Celebrating Rosh Hashanah 2012 in Media Patch

Make this holiday special with these traditional recipes and share some of your favorites.

Household budget feeling tighter in recent weeks? Higher gas prices might be to blame.

 

 

 

 


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