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🌱 How West Morris’ bats lit up Morris Hills in Chester rout

Chester, New Jersey Patch AM: a 4 min read

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  • How West Morris’ bats lit up Morris Hills in Chester rout

Also on today's calendar: Rummage Sale 2026 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do cows have hooves and not feet? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 52 and low of 38 degrees.
  • Wednesday: A morning shower or two, temps: high: 57, low: 43.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 71 and low of 43 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Gumersell's hot bat powers No. 14 West Morris past Morris Hills (nj.com subscription) — A high-scoring high school baseball matchup in Chester saw West Morris, ranked No. 14 in New Jersey, roll past Morris Hills 14-4 behind Jack Gumersell’s three RBIs. Strong pitching from Mike Kisatsky and Liam Costello, plus big bats throughout the lineup, helped West Morris seize control early and finish the game in six innings.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They lactose! (Thank you Courtney S. for sending it in!)
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