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What's up Wayne! 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:

  • Which Wayne officers just earned big promotions at Town Hall?
  • How did Wayne Valley rack up six rushing touchdowns at home?
  • Brush up on Wayne's history, growth, and best-known landmarks

Also on today's calendar: Riverdale's Annual Labor Day Street Fair & Food Truck Fest and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are elevator jokes so good ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Periods of sun, with a high of 74 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 79, low: 58.
  • Tuesday: Sun mixing with clouds, with a high of 81 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Wayne Police Officers Pawel Jadczak and Patrick Wlazel Sworn Into New Ranks (tapinto.net) — Two longtime Wayne police officers have stepped into key leadership roles, with Pawel Jadczak sworn in as a lieutenant and Patrick Wlazel as a sergeant during a public ceremony at Town Hall. Family members, firefighters, first aid volunteers, and township officials packed the council chambers as the chief and mayor praised the officers' dedication and the close cooperation among Wayne's emergency services.
   

2. Wayne Valley pounds out six rushing touchdowns to cruise past Passaic Valley (nj.com subscription) — Wayne residents saw Wayne Valley's football team explode for six rushing touchdowns in a dominant 41-7 home win over Passaic Valley. Big plays from runners like Isaiah Lovell and Jadon Cabrales helped secure the program's first victory of the season, giving local fans early optimism for how the rest of the campaign might unfold.
   

3. Wayne - Google Arts & Culture (google.com) — If you live in Wayne, this snapshot neatly recaps your township's basics, from its 19th-century founding and growing population to landmarks like William Paterson University, Willowbrook Mall, and High Mountain Park Preserve. It's a quick refresher on how Wayne fits into Passaic County and the New York metro area, highlighting the places many locals visit every week.
   

4. Rock music world's heartbreaking trend: Nearly 100 musicians have died in 2026 (masslive.com) — Among nearly 100 rock musicians who have died in 2026, 27‑year‑old singer Nick Coombs of The Spins was killed when his motorcycle struck a guardrail on Route 23 in Wayne. He was pronounced dead at St. Joseph's after the early‑morning crash, and tributes from family, bandmates, and fans highlight his impact as a touring frontman with local ties.
   

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Ok Wayne! 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: Because they work on so many levels ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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