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šŸŒ± Patch AM: How did racers conquer Edgmont Streetā€™s downhill course in a norā€™easter?

Also, don't miss Circle at Sundown Community Street Party on the Media Patch calendar

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Hello Media! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • How did racers conquer Edgmont Street's downhill course in a nor'easter?
  • How to spend a perfect Saturday without leaving Media or Delco
  • How DCCC's upcoming soccer match will spotlight local veterans Tuesday

Also on today's calendar: Circle at Sundown Community Street Party and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Periods of rain, some heavy, with a high of 62 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Monday: A little morning rain; cloudy, temps: high: 64, low: 57.
  • Tuesday: Some sun, then clouds; warmer, with a high of 72 and low of 57 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

ā€¢ Delco Downhill Derby was a drive in the driving rain (delcotimes.com) ā€” A nor'easter couldn't stop the second annual Delco Downhill Derby from rolling down Edgmont Street in Media, where homemade carts and determined neighbors braved the rain. Local teams, including the Band of Media Brewers and families like Tim and Jordan Harris, turned the race into a showcase of creativity, community spirit, and hands-on learning for kids.
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ā€¢ 6 Delaware County Towns Perfect for a Saturday Day Trip (delco.today) ā€” Media gets top billing as a walkable, trolley-connected destination where you can spend a full Saturday exploring State Street shops, parks, and the Media Theatre. The guide then suggests five other Delaware County townsā€”like Swarthmore, Havertown, and Newtown Squareā€”for garden strolls, history, hiking, and dining, all within an easy drive or train ride from Media.
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ā€¢ DCCC Soccer Match Puts Veterans in Spotlight (mychesco.com) ā€” Delaware County Community College will honor veterans and active-duty service members on Sept. 29 with a special home soccer match at its Marple Campus off Media Line Road in Media. The afternoon includes free refreshments, veteran recognition, and a halftime tribute to Marine Corps veteran Hartford Saunders, while also highlighting the college's dedicated veterans center and support services for military-connected students.
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