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🌱 How did Glen Ridge runners stack up in the latest 5K meet?

Make time for Franciscan Charities First 5K Run & Walk on the Glen Ridge Patch calendar

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Hi there, Glen Ridge! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Glen Ridge runners stack up in the latest 5K meet?

Also on today's calendar: Franciscan Charities First 5K Run & Walk and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A quick morning shower; warm, with a high of 87 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Turning sunny; less humid, temps: high: 80, low: 60.
  • Saturday: Sun giving way to clouds, with a high of 80 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• SEC Batch Meet 1 2026 (milesplit.com) — Glen Ridge High School's boys cross-country team posted solid times in the SEC Batch Meet 1, with Lucas Kelsey leading the Ridgers in 21:08 for the 5K. Several Glen Ridge runners packed closely together, helping the team dominate Eagle Academy in their head‑to‑head. The full results highlight how Glen Ridge stacks up against nearby programs like Montclair, Nutley, Verona, and West Essex.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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