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Coffee in hand, Media? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How neighbors solved a century-old postcard mystery on South Avenue
  • See inside the $4M Delaware County estate built for serious entertaining

Also on today's calendar: Evaluation Wednesdays On The Main Line | Alderfer Auction Grand Opening in Wayne Oct. 7th and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A touch of afternoon rain, with a high of 64 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 71, low: 46.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 64 and low of 41 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Keith Lockhart's History Mystery for Oct. 4, 2026 (delcotimes.com) — Local history sleuths have pinpointed last week's "History Mystery" postcard to the 300 block of South Avenue in Media, near West Jefferson and West Franklin streets. Residents and former neighbors shared detailed memories, addresses, and archive references that match surviving homes. This week, historian Keith Lockhart turns to Scott Avenue in Glenolden and again asks readers to help identify the exact block.
   

• A Delaware County estate with a par-three golf hole and an entertaining space is on the market for $4M (inquirer.com) — A luxury estate in nearby Glen Mills, featuring a pool, multi-sport court, and even a private par-three golf hole, has hit the market for $4 million. While the home isn't in Media, it's part of the same Delaware County community, and the Inquirer's Greater Media newsletter highlights it as one of the standout suburban properties shaping local living.
   

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Ok Media! 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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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