🌱 Medford woman’s cancer fight showcases a groundbreaking new surgery nearby
Medford, New Jersey Patch AM: a 4 min readWhat's up Medford! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Medford woman’s cancer fight showcases a groundbreaking new surgery nearby
- Meet the Medford-based teacher representing all of Burlington County
- How a Medford Lakes retiree became Philly’s most talked-about voice
Also on today's calendar: MEDFORD - OPEN MIC AT STUDIO 67 — NJ Poetry Events and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: Why was the pony eating cough drops? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Clouds and sun; less humid, with a high of 86 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Thunderstorm, temps: high: 90, low: 72.
- Friday: Clouds giving way to some sun, with a high of 88 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Virtua becomes first in the region to offer robotic Whipple surgery for pancreatic cancer (binje.com) — A Medford retiree’s pancreatic cancer diagnosis led her to become the first patient to receive Virtua’s new robotic Whipple surgery, now available in the South Jersey/Philly region. The minimally invasive procedure shortened her hospital stay and recovery, and she’s already back to walking and planning shore trips while continuing chemotherapy. This option could matter for Medford residents facing complex pancreatic cancers. 
• Meet New Jersey's 21 County Teachers of the Year for 2026-2027 (wearenewjersey.com) — Burlington County’s Teacher of the Year for 2026–27 is Joseph Latigona, a criminal justice teacher at Burlington County Institute of Technology’s Medford campus. He’ll represent local schools in statewide events and help advocate for public education. Medford families with BCIT students may see his work highlighted more this school year as he serves as an ambassador for county educators.
• Lifelong Phillies Fan Stuns As Announcer For 1 Inning In Radio Booth (patch.com) — A 73-year-old substitute teacher from Medford Lakes recently stole the show by calling a half-inning on Phillies radio after winning a charity auction. His classic broadcaster’s voice, quick wit, and calm play-by-play drew national attention and praise from fans. Neighbors around Medford may spot him in more media appearances as his memorable inning continues to circulate online.
📸 Around Medford
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Medford Car & Craft Show →
Iron Stone Village, 560 Stokes Rd #21, Medford
12:00 pm
Saturday August 15
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Other local events
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Stained Glass with Vy Zwier (2 sessions 8/15 & 8/22)
Medford Arts Center 8 N Main St, Medford, NJ 08055
1:00 pm -
Creative Camp (ages 6-10) Create & Gift lab 8/17 through 8/21
Medford Arts Center 8 N Main St, Medford, NJ 08055
9:00 am -
Creative Camp (ages 8-12) Create & Gift lab 8/17 through 8/21
Medford Arts Center 8 N Main St, Medford, NJ 08055
1:00 pm -
Printmaking (2 day workshop-8/19 &8/26) with Harry Mayer
Medford Arts Center 8 N Main St, Medford, NJ 08055
6:00 pm -
Crochet Class with Vy Zwier(2 sessions)8/21 & 8/28
Medford Arts Center 8 N Main St, Medford, NJ 08055
6:00 pm -
MEDFORD - OPEN MIC AT STUDIO 67 — NJ Poetry Events →
Studio 67 Medford, 67 N Main St, Medford
7:30 pm -
Kenny Raye Band →
Flying W Airport & Resort (N14), 60 Fostertown Rd, Medford
1:00 pm
Saturday August 15
Monday August 17
Wednesday August 19
Friday August 21
Sunday August 23
📣 Medford Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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August Networking Lunch →
The Gibson House, 535 E Main St, Evesham
11:45 am -
Borough Council Meeting →
Medford Lakes, NJ Calendar, 1 Cabin Circle, Medford
7:00 pm -
Stained Glass with Vy Zwier (2 sessions 8/15 & 8/22)
Medford Arts Center 8 N Main St, Medford, NJ 08055
1:00 pm -
Dinner Kehillah: August 2026 →
Allora Italian Kitchen, 42 E Main St Suite A, Marlton
6:00 pm
Wednesday August 12
Saturday August 15
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. posted a job opening for Deli Clerk in Marlton. Apply here.
- CVS Health posted a job opening for Porter- 1st and 2nd Shift in Lumberton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Medford here.
🗞 Nearby News
Marlton
- Nordstrom expanding off-price retail footprint (retailcustomerexperience.com)
Mount Laurel
- Local Event: Samaritan Hosts Healing Hearts: A Space for Grieving Children and Families (patch.com)
- Protect Your Identity and Go Green at Mt. Laurel's Shred Event Next Weekend (tapinto.net)
- ICE Responds To Arrest, Calls For Release Of NJ Restaurant Owner (patch.com)
Moorestown
- Delays, detours in Westampton, Moorestown expected amid road work (courierpostonline.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: He was a little hoarse. (Thank you Henry L. for sending it in!)
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