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Coffee in hand, Perryville? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Perryville neighbors and police pulled off a dramatic marina dog rescue.
  • How did Perryville's volleyball squad respond after Bohemia Manor's early surge?
  • Planning a spooky staycation? See what's happening at Perryville's Great Wolf.

Also on today's calendar: 63rd Havre De Grace Art Show and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 85 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Saturday: Less humid with some sun, temps: high: 71, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Mostly cloudy, rain possible, with a high of 63 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Police, citizens save drowning dogs in Perryville (somdnews.com) — In downtown Perryville, a local police officer and several residents teamed up at Captain Lee's Marina to rescue two large dogs that had fallen into deep water after escaping a nearby yard. The story walks through the tense, 30-minute effort, including an injured bystander, creative use of boats and planks, and coordination with animal services, highlighting quick-thinking neighbors and Perryville Police Officer Matthew Hiland.
   

• Bohemia Manor soars past Perryville (somdnews.com) — Perryville High's volleyball team fell 3–0 to Bohemia Manor in Chesapeake City, but the Panthers rallied mid-match and will quickly get another chance to rebound at home against Rising Sun. The article details key momentum swings, standout Bohemia Manor plays, and how communication and energy shaped the sets, while noting Perryville's current record and upcoming schedule for local fans.
   

• Wicked Fun Ways to Celebrate Halloween Around DC (2026) (kidfriendlydc.com) — Families from Perryville and around the region can plan a Halloween-themed getaway to Great Wolf Lodge in Perryville, where Howl-O-Ween crafts, games, and a monster dance party run through October 31 alongside the indoor waterpark. The broader guide also highlights dozens of kid-friendly Halloween festivals, parades, haunted attractions, and museum events across DC, Maryland, and Virginia for every scare level and budget.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Food Lion posted a job opening for FT Center Store Associate in Perryville. Apply here.
  • Driveline posted a job opening for Flex Merchandiser in North East. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Perryville here.

🗞 Nearby News

Havre de Grace

Aberdeen

  • Harford County records 28 rabies cases as low-cost vaccine clinic planned (wmar2news.com)
  • Aberdeen IronBirds Announce 2027 Schedule (oursportscentral.com)
  • Montgomery County Communities Included in Record $32 Million Maryland Child Poverty Initiative (mocoshow.com)

North East

  • BizBeat: The MaNE Collective officially opens; Your Wall app launches (somdnews.com)

Ok Perryville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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