🌱 New Philadelphia mourns the loss of James Patrick Fredericks

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In today's newsletter:

• New Philadelphia mourns the loss of James Patrick Fredericks
• How New Philadelphia caps one of Ohio's top scenic drives

Also on today's calendar: Malvern at Tuscarawas Central Catholic and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 53 degrees.
• Wednesday: Cloudy and comfortable, temps: high: 76, low: 57.
• Thursday: An afternoon shower in spots, with a high of 81 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Westerville Obituaries - September 27, 2026 (thewestervillenews.com) — New Philadelphia readers are informed of the passing of James Patrick Fredericks, 53, who moved to the city in 2017 and spent his final years at Park Village in Dover. The longtime pathologist and Westerville South graduate is remembered for his enduring friendships, professional respect, and close ties to family in both New Philadelphia and Westerville.
   

• Ohio Canalway and Appalachian Byway make top-10 list for scenic drives in Ohio (kentucky.com) — New Philadelphia anchors the southern end of the Ohio & Erie Canalway, just named one of Ohio's 10 most scenic drives. The route links historic canal towns like Zoar, Dover, and New Philadelphia, offering easy day-trip options for local drivers, especially during fall color season. A second highlighted route, the Appalachian Byway, showcases dramatic southeastern Ohio views.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in New Philadelphia

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★ Featured events ★

Tuesday September 29
• John Glenn at New Philadelphia →
  343 Ray Ave NW, New Philadelphia
  6:45 pm

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Other local events

Tuesday September 29
• Malvern at Tuscarawas Central Catholic →
  777 3Rd St NE, New Philadelphia
  7:00 pm
Wednesday September 30
• Grit & Glitz--Dust or Diamonds? →
  The Emerson, 255 2nd Street Northeast, New Philadelphia
  6:00 pm
Thursday October 1
• Drive- Up Fishing Expedition →
  Tuscora Park, 161 Tuscora Ave NW, New Philadelphia
  4:30 pm
• Drive-Up Fishing Expedition →
  Tuscora Park, 161 Tuscora Ave NW, New Philadelphia
  4:30 pm
• Buckeye Career Center's Biddy Race →
  New Philadelphia OH
  5:30 pm
Friday October 2
• Picture Day at New Phila Office →
  QDA - New Philadelphia Office, 400 Mill Ave SE, New Philadelphia
  9:00 am
Saturday October 3
• Resin Art Workshop →
  Alley Cats Marketplace, 115 Allen Lane SW, New Philadelphia

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🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday September 30
• York Elementary Book Fair
  New Philadelphia City New Philadelphia, OH 44663
• Book Cellar Bookshop Open →
  Dover Public Library, 525 N Walnut St, Dover
  9:00 am
• EDFA Full Board Meeting →
  Tuscarawas EDC, 339 Oxford Street, Dover
  11:30 am
• Tuscarawas Valley Farmers Market →
  Tuscarawas County Fairgrounds, 259 South Tuscarawas Avenue, Dover
  5:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Evening/Closing Back of House Team Member in New Philadelphia. Apply here.
• Hill International Trucks posted a job opening for Shipping and Receiving Clerk- New Philly, OH. in New Philadelphia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Philadelphia here.

🗞 Nearby News

Dover

• Rich West to present 'The Guns of the 7th Cavalry' at Dover Public Library (yourohionews.com)
• Fair Auctions Finish Strong Despite Slight Dip in Total Sales (wjer.com)
• Infected horse points to West Nile virus activity in Tuscarawas County (timesreporter.com)

Tuscarawas

• Tuscarawas County Fair sales raise $1.62 million for 4-H youth (yourohionews.com)
• Tuscarawas teens can discover agriculture careers through new program (kentucky.com)

Ok New Philadelphia! 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: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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