🌱 Why a disturbing cat video has SPCA investigators in Chester on alert
Chester, Pennsylvania Patch AM: a 3 min readGood day Chester! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why a disturbing cat video has SPCA investigators in Chester on alert
- How recent prison violence involves inmates with ties to Chester
Also on today's calendar: Captain Kidd's Pirate Day.
Today's riddle: Why does a cow wear a bell ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Very hot, with a high of 97 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Very hot; a p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 97, low: 59.
- Thursday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 68 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Video prompts SPCA investigation into alleged cat poisoning in Chester (nbcphiladelphia.com) — An SPCA investigation is underway in Chester after video appeared to show a woman pouring a suspected toxic liquid onto food left out for neighborhood cats. No animals have been reported harmed, but neighbors who’ve long cared for local strays are deeply concerned while officials await lab results that could lead to animal cruelty charges. 
• Delaware County prison reports: a shank, guards punched and inmate sent to the hospital (delcotimes.com) — Several recent violent incidents at George W. Hill Correctional Facility involve inmates from Chester or cases tied to the city, including a homemade weapon, assaults on guards, and an attack that sent an inmate to the hospital. Chester residents should note that some suspects are also connected to prior cases in Chester and at SCI Chester, highlighting ongoing regional public safety concerns.
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Election Day
Ridley Park Borough Borough Hall-Community Room, 105 E Ward St, Ridley Park
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PTO - Teacher Appreciation Breakfast
Ridley High School Folsom, PA 19033
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Spring Yoga Series
Rachel Kohl Community Library Community Room,
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Track & Build Day @ MFL
Middletown Free Library Community Collaboration Space, Second Floor,
10:00 am -
Indoor Story Time @ MFL
Middletown Free Library Children's Room,
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Little Learners Storytime
J. Lewis Crozer Library Community Room,
11:00 am -
In-Person May Highlights Tour
Wister Center, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore
12:00 pm -
TUESDAY SHOT & MICROCHIP CLINIC
Providence Animal Center , 555 Sandy Bank Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
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Keystone Testing Window: Spring
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Public Safety Committee Meeting →
Swarthmore Borough, PA Calendar Swarthmore, PA 19081
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Weekday Bird Walk
Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA 19063
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Tax Collector Office Hours
Ridley Park Borough Borough Hall- second floor, 105 E Ward St, Ridley Park, PA, 19078, United States
5:00 pm
Tuesday May 19
Wednesday May 20
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Aramark posted a job opening for Catering Services Supervisor - Subaru Park - Premium in Chester. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News
Brookhaven
- Keith Lockhart's History Mystery for May 17, 2026 (delcotimes.com)
Ridley Park
- Campus notes for May 17, 2026 (delcotimes.com)
Media
- Health advice is all over social media. Here's how to vet claims (delcotimes.com)
- New Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd Location Opens June 1 for Summer Camp (mainlinemedianews.com)
Ok Chester! 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 its horns doesn't work! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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