🌱 Why Ogden just ranked among New York’s safest, most peaceful towns

Hey there, Ogden! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• Why Ogden just ranked among New York’s safest, most peaceful towns

Also on today's calendar: Music on the Canal in Spencerport and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 83 and low of 68 degrees.
• Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 79, low: 68.
• Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 65 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• These Are The 10 Safest And Most Peaceful Places To Live In New York In 2026 (takingthekids.com) — Ogden earns a spot among New York’s ten safest, most peaceful communities for 2026, with violent crime dropping two years in a row and housing remaining relatively affordable. The article highlights Ogden’s suburban feel, green space, schools, and easy access to Rochester, positioning the town as a strong option for families seeking safety without Westchester-level prices.
   

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📸 Around Ogden

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Ogden

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★ Featured events ★

Sunday August 9

• Music on the Canal in Spencerport →
  Union Street Bridge, N Union St, Spencerport
  6:30 pm

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Other local events

Tuesday August 11

• Simply Stories
  Chili Public Library Chili - Barbara Ireland Community Room,
  10:00 am
• 1-on-1 Tech Tutoring
  Ogden Farmers' Library Ogden - Study Room,
  3:00 pm
• Friends of CPL Board Meeting
  Chili Public Library Chili - Barbara Ireland Community Room,
  6:00 pm

Thursday August 13

• Babies and Books
  Chili Public Library Chili - Barbara Ireland Community Room,
  10:30 am
• 1-on-1 Tech Tutoring
  Ogden Farmers' Library Ogden - Study Room,
  3:00 pm

Sunday August 16

• Music on the Canal in Spencerport →
  Union Street Bridge, N Union St, Spencerport
  6:30 pm

Wednesday August 19

• Jay Daniels →
  Ogden Farmers' Library, 269 Ogden Center Rd, Spencerport
  6:00 pm

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📣 Ogden Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday August 6

• 1-on-1 Tech Tutoring
  Ogden Farmers' Library Ogden - Study Room,
  3:00 pm

Friday August 14

• Builder's Night Out →
  The BrickLab, 5110 W Ridge Rd, Spencerport
  5:00 pm

Thursday September 17

• Brockport/Spencerport Pig Roast →
  Spencerport Exempt Bar And Banquet Hall, 75 S Union St, Spencerport
  5:30 pm

Saturday September 19

• Irondequoit JV Football @ Spencerport →
  Spencerport High School, 2707 Spencerport Rd, Spencerport
  5:00 pm

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🗞 Nearby News

Spencerport

• Happening Wednesday: Concerts by the Shore, backpack giveaway, and car seat check (whec.com)

Churchville

• These 4 free slot games are getting the most play this week, and it's easy to see why (al.com)

Greece

• Town of Greece Chief of Police Michael Wood claims he was pressured to resign in lawsuit filed in Monroe County (whec.com)
• Greece cannabis bust highlights risks of illegal marijuana market (rochesterfirst.com)
• The 2026 American Legion Baseball Northeast Regional tournament schedule (metrowestdailynews.com)

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Ok Ogden! 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 he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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