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🌱 Patch AM: Essex native priest tapped for major leadership role in local parishes

And on the Essex Patch calendar - Kore Barre Studio 2 Year Anniversary

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Hey there, Essex! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. β˜€οΈ

In today's newsletter:

  • Essex native priest tapped for major leadership role in local parishes

Also on today's calendar: Kore Barre Studio 2 Year Anniversary .

Today's riddle: What is full of holes but still holds water? πŸ€” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 80 and low of 71 degrees.
  • Saturday: Humid with rain and a t-storm, temps: high: 78, low: 68.
  • Sunday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 83 and low of 63 degrees.

πŸ“° News we're reading

β€’ New associate eastern vicar appointed to succeed Monsignor O'Connor (catholicreview.org) β€” An Essex native, Conventual Franciscan Father Donald Grzymski has been appointed associate eastern vicar for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, with a transition to full leadership next year. His new role will support parishes across Baltimore, Harford, and Anne Arundel counties, building on decades of service in local schools, parishes, and statewide ministries.
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    Friday August 21
  • Back to School BBQ + Meet the Teacher
    City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore, MD 21214
    3:00 pm
  • Monday August 24
  • Teachers and School Based Staff on Duty
    Crossroads Center Middle River, MD 21220
  • First Day of School!
    City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore, MD 21214
  • Tuesday August 25
  • Systemwide Professional Development Activities
    Crossroads Center Middle River, MD 21220
  • Trivia Night 7:30pm β†’
    Skipjack's Crab Deck, 818 Bowleys Quarters Rd, Middle River
    7:30 pm
  • Wednesday August 26
  • Teacher Classroom Preparation Day
    Crossroads Center Middle River, MD 21220
  • Thursday August 27
  • Orientation for Students Entering Grades 6 and 9
    Crossroads Center Middle River, MD 21220
  • Friday August 28
  • SOLD OUT Medium Debbie Wojciechowski at The Landing Strip β†’
    The Landing Strip, 3030 Eastern Blvd, Middle River
    5:30 pm
  • Wednesday September 2
  • Bowleys On The Bay β†’
    Bowley's on the Bay, 800 Chester Rd, Middle River
    6:00 pm
  • Music BINGO with Braintease Games β†’
    Skipjack's Crab Deck, 818 Bowleys Quarters Rd, Middle River
    7:00 pm

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This is what I fixed for dinner.
    Something to get over the hump on humpday. Meatloaf with mashed potatoes and some eastern shore sweet white corn and cherry tomatoes. Can't wait for… (Nextdoor Essex)
  • My husband found this little male poodle in the 700 block of Middlesex Rd about 5:30 this morning.
    He seems well cared for but definitely lost with no collar. He's sweet & somewhat timid. He's safe in my house with food & water just keeping my dog… (Nextdoor Middlesex)
  • K1 Speed posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Essex. Apply here.
  • Wendy's - Flynn Group posted a job opening for Crew Member in Essex. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Essex here.

πŸ—ž Nearby News

Middle River

  • Low water pressure advisory issued for parts of Middle River, Essex (nottinghammd.com)
  • Man accused of fleeing Dickson City police, ICE agent (wcexaminer.com)
  • Aug. 20 Police Blotter: Burglaries, armed robberies, and assaults reported in northeast Baltimore County (nottinghammd.com)

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  • Leak Inspections May Impact Baltimore Co. Water Pressure (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A sponge (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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