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 had two photo galleries from both the car show and Super Sunday events that took place last weekend. We also had a photo gallery of the band and cheerleaders at Penncrest's last football game. We reviewed Campbell's Boat House. And we had to two armed men invade a Middletown home. Two Penncrest football players were confirmed to have the less severe case of MRSA. And the football continued its losing streak and lost to Conestoga on Friday.
Below is a full list of this week's stories.
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Saturday, Sept. 24
No points were scored in a downpour.
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Believe it or not, there is one upside to the rain that has swamped Media. The grass is growing and the flowers are blooming in Rose Tree Estates, making for some beautiful images.
Check out these homes with attics that are for sale in the greater Philadelphia area.
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Friday, Sept. 23
Lab cultures confirmed this week that two football players have a community-associated form of MRSA, which can cause skin rashes and lesions.
A Media fitness instructor offers 5 tips to help you ramp up your exercise routine as we head into the Fall.
These three cats are available for adoption at the Delco SPCA.
Sept. 24-25, 2011
Patch reviews Campbell’s Boat House, Hykel’s Submarine Sandwich Bar, Flip and Bailey’s Bar and Grill, Taj Indian Cuisine, Uno Chicago Grill, Bala Pizza, Brittingham’s, Margaret Kuo’s and Baxter’s.
Benchmark School celebrated back-to-school with an ice cream social recently.
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Thursday, Sept. 22
Two armed men invaded a Middletown Township home, assaulted the residents and stole their money, State Police said.
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 reviews Campbell's Boat House in Upper Providence Township.
The Sweet Potato Cafe on State Street closed about a week ago.
Marple Newtown Patch got a behind-the-scenes look at the new store.
Check out our farmer's market feature every week for a list of what you will find at the Media and Edgmont farmer's markets. Both markets are on Thursdays from 3 to 7 p.m.
The subject of this Fast Forward is the crowd at the Fall Super Sunday festival.
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Wednesday, Sept. 21
Students, friends and parents gathered Sept. 16 for the Penncrest vs. Springfield football match-up.
Chestnut Hill barber Frank Salemno talks to Patch about the time he was approached to be a drug drop point early on in his career.
Help local moms answer these local questions.
County council declares Women's Wellness Day as advocates gather for a health fair Tuesday.
Check out Patch's best bets for the week of Sept. 21-27.
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Tuesday, Sept. 20
Police responded to a report of an armed man screaming in the woods near Edgmont Country Club recently.
With an agreement reached, the archdiocese says the new contact will improve educational excellence.
Fall is here, and so are the fresh and hearty fruits, veggies and other treats of the season.
Community members and the Media Borough Fire Department received awards and recognition at the Media Borough Council meeting last week.
Find four local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.
The Delaware County Coaches Association selects the top players of the last weekend’s games.
Find out how kid-friendly Campbell's Boat House in Upper Providence is.
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Monday, Sept. 19
Exciting cars drew fast crowds of auto enthusiasts and families on Saturday.
The brisk and sunny afternoon brought droves of people out to September's Super Sunday.
Avoid the expense of getting the flu with vaccinations as convenient as your local pharmacy, grocery store or library.
Below is a listing of how some of the top teams in the area played after week 3.
The first-year Penncrest head football coach is off to a rocky start this season.
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Sunday, Sept. 18
Take a look at this home currently on the market.
Check out the list of Penncrest games being played this week.
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