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Hi there, Hershey! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Know the heart failure warning signs and treatments available near Hershey.
  • How fired up are the Bears for Saturday's season opener?
  • Want to help shape AI solutions for rural health in Hershey?

Also on today's calendar: Makers at the Museum makers market presented by Stay Apparel Co. and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 81 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Friday: A brief afternoon shower, temps: high: 83, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and cooler, with a high of 70 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. The Medical Minute: Living well with heart failure (psu.edu) — From Hershey, Penn State Health specialists explain how people with heart failure can still live active, fulfilling lives through early diagnosis, medications, and lifestyle changes. A Lancaster-area patient's story and local expert advice highlight symptoms to watch for, treatment options like implantable defibrillators, and practical steps Hershey-region residents can take to protect their hearts and improve daily wellbeing.
   

2. 'We can't wait': Hershey Bears Media Day builds excitement to the start of the 2026/27 hockey season (fox43.com) — Hershey hockey fans can gear up as the Bears wrap up Media Day and prepare for this weekend's season opener at GIANT Center, with puck drop set for 6 p.m. The team's coach and players say they're eager to build on last year's strong finish, and a new weekly "Inside the Bears Den" TV show will keep local fans updated all season.
   

3. Penn State to host 'research matchmaking' workshop on rural health and AI (psu.edu) — Hershey will host a Penn State "research matchmaking" workshop on October 30 at the University Conference Center, bringing clinicians and AI experts together to tackle rural health challenges. Local faculty, staff, and clinicians can register for limited spots, share flash talks, and help shape new research projects aimed at improving care in rural Pennsylvania communities.
   

4. Alex's Chili Cook Off raises scholarship funds in chef's honor (local21news.com) — Central Pennsylvania food lovers, including many from Hershey, can support culinary scholarships at Alex's Chili Cook-Off for a Cause this Saturday in Dillsburg, where Hershey Country Club and The Chocolatier chefs will compete. The family-friendly fundraiser honors late chef Alex Smith with unlimited chili tastings, live music, raffles, and scholarships for local culinary students, including those at HACC.
   

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Ok Hershey! 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: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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