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Monday September 7th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Good morning Malvern! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Malvern's Ocugen is pushing a new vision-saving gene therapy
  • See what new high-power tech Malvern's Vishay is rolling out
  • How Malvern Prep stunned La Salle and climbed into Pennsylvania's top three

Also on today's calendar: Discover your artistic side and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the fish blush ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 81, low: 62.
  • Wednesday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 84 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Malvern's Ocugen Starts Pivotal Trial for Eye Gene Therapy (mychesco.com) — A Malvern-based biotech, Ocugen, has begun a pivotal global Phase 3 trial of its one-time gene therapy for geographic atrophy, a major cause of vision loss in older adults. Based on encouraging Phase 2 results and special FDA designation, the company aims to seek approval around 2028, potentially boosting both local biotech prominence and future treatment options for patients.
   

• Vishay Expands High-Current Components for Auto, Energy Use (mychesco.com) — Malvern-based Vishay Intertechnology has rolled out two rugged common mode chokes designed for high-current automotive, energy, and industrial systems, capable of handling up to 30 amps and 150°C. The new components, including an automotive-grade version, broaden options for engineers designing compact, durable power electronics, underscoring Malvern's role in advanced manufacturing and technology.
   

• 2026 Pennsylvania High School Football Top 25 Rankings – Sep. 6 (on3.com) — Malvern Prep's football team has surged to No. 3 in Pennsylvania after a statement shutout win over powerhouse La Salle, the defending 6A state champions. The Friars' dominant defense, led by standout edge rusher George Parkinson IV, has put the Malvern program squarely in the statewide spotlight heading into Week 3 of the season.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It saw the ocean's bottom! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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