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Friday May 8th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Morning Abington! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

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In today's newsletter:

  • See how Jefferson Abington Hospital scored in new safety rankings
  • How Penn State Abington student leaders are turning campus experience into careers
  • Abington softball falls as Upper Dublin star hits rare milestone

Also on today's calendar: Celebrating America 250 Our People, Our Music and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: I Am not animal, vegetable, or mineral. I don’t eat, but need to be fed regularly to stay alive. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 66 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Saturday: Cloudy, a shower and t-storm, temps: high: 62, low: 50.
  • Sunday: Warmer, with a high of 76 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Hospital Safety Grades Revealed In Eastern Montco: Latest Rankings (patch.com) — Residents who rely on Jefferson Abington Hospital can now see how it stacks up in the latest Leapfrog hospital safety grades, which place eastern Montgomery County facilities in the B range. While 51 Pennsylvania hospitals earned A’s, local institutions serving Abington and nearby communities fell short of the top mark, offering patients useful context as they consider their care options.    

2. Class of 2026's Abington Experience: Leadership builds career trajectory (psu.edu) — Penn State Abington is spotlighting Class of 2026 graduates whose campus leadership experiences are shaping their next steps after graduation. One cybersecurity major describes how leading a student association, mentoring peers, and engaging in hands-on projects at Abington built his confidence and career direction. More student vignettes will highlight other pillars of the Abington Experience.    

3. Reporter/Times Herald Sports Roundup (May 6): Upper Dublin softball's Kyla Garrison gets 800th strikeout in win over Abington (timesherald.com) — Abington High’s softball team fell 5–1 to Upper Dublin as Cardinals ace Kyla Garrison notched her 800th career strikeout in SOL Liberty play. The roundup also highlights strong performances from nearby schools in softball, flag football, and boys volleyball, giving Abington fans context on how local rivals are faring.    

4. Before Hollywood, Bradley Cooper Was Just a Kid From Jenkintown (montco.today) — Abington Township gets a shout-out as Bradley Cooper’s birthplace, with his early years in Jenkintown and Montgomery County shaping the grounded personality locals still recognize. The piece traces how his suburban Philly roots influenced his work ethic, low-key demeanor, and ongoing ties to the region, even as his career shifted fully to Hollywood.    


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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Fire (Thank you Steve H. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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