Thanksgiving and a special THANKS to our Emergency Services!

Thanksgiving Eve marks a very special time here in Media, PA and I want to thank each and every one of you that make it such.  Whether you live, work or just plan on spending some time in town this weekend, have a great time and holiday.

I'd also like to recognize and thank our Media Police Department, Media Fire Department, the EMS and all who support these efforts.   Our holidays are always

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Today's Thanksgiving Dinner for Our Veterans, Families and Friends - Media VFW 3pm

Gravy's on!

Today at 3pm the Media VFW will hold its Veteran's Thanksgiving Dinner.  I was down there this morning checking it out and I can say they are ready to go having started at 5:30am this morning.  The turkey is done, stuffing is on and the biggest pots of gravy I've ever seen are simmering. 

This is a free meal for the veterans, but families and friends are invited too (Adults $7,

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Media in Two Minutes

MEDIA IN TWO MINUTES






****ATM SPOTLIGHT THIS WEEK!****
A special thanks to everyone who helped out with this year's turkey drive for the Media food bank. Through your generous donations we were able to deliver 37 turkeys yesterday, among the cheers from those waiting in line to get into the food bank.  With 57 delivered by the Nativity Youth Group and those who were dropping off turkeys

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A Bunch of Turkeys Never Sounded So Good!

Media Food Bank Turkey Collection

Collectively it's looking like the Media Food Bank will receive 100 turkeys for families in need this Thanksgiving season.  The Nativity Youth Group really stepped up with 57 turkeys that were distributed last night and are now all gone.  On behalf of the community we'll be delivering what I hope will be enough to get this total over 100.  We've received a

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Penncrest High School Class of 1993 20th Reunion - You're Going, Right?

For more information, check out their website: http://www.phs1993reunion.com/

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PA House vote on the transportation funding bill - Broadcasted Live Today at ~3pm

If you're interested in today's PA House vote on the transportation bill that includes funding for Septa, it's expected to be voted on today around 3pm EST.


Watch live streaming video from pahousegop at livestream.com

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Media Wine Professional, Tom Deschere Gives GREAT Suggestions for Thanksgiving

Much like having a good tailor and mechanic, it's also good to have a go-to person when it comes to wine, especially during the holiday seasons.  Now, you can search the internet and find countless recommendations, but much like my doctor, I like to know who I'm dealing with. Perhaps you do too, so I reached out to the best Media wine guy I know, Tom Deschere.  

Tom worked at La Belle Epoque

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Media in Two Minutes - Dedicated to Bruce Squire

MEDIA IN TWO MINUTES

I have to make today's segment a bit on the short side, but that doesn't mean there isn't a lot going on.  One category I've been working on is the ATM Spotlight which will feature someone or something each weekend and a story behind why it's special.  A good deed, great event, new store - It could be anything

ATM SPOTLIGHT!


RIP Bruce Squire

On a somber note, I want to

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Try Walking A Mile in Media's Shoes - Many Are Delighted To

I have no problem with the fact that West Goshen Township was ranked 10th on
Money Magazine's 2013 list of "America's Best Small Towns." I do,
however take issue that Media, PA wasn't even listed, let alone
mentioned.  To support this complaint is yet another reason why it
should have been: Media's ranked very high, being one of the most
walkable communities around as found on

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First Snow of The Year in Media, PA 2013

I always found the first snowfall of the year to be special, especially here in Media, PA.  Though it won't be significant, or last very long; a very light and wet snow if falling across the borough this morning. 

May be a good time to think about a snow shovel, snow blower or tickets to the Balearic Islands.

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GMO Free PA Introduces Delaware County Chapter - Meeting Nov. 14 - 6:30pm at Media/UP Library

If you're not sure what GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms) are, check out their event Thursday, November 14th, 6:30pm at the Media Upper Providence Free Library.


Here are some articles on the creation of the local chapter here in Delco.



GMO Free PA Introduces Delaware County Chapter


GMO Free PA, Delaware County Chapter Monthly Meeting

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Media in Two Minutes - Let's Talk Turkey!

Dear Reader,

Before we get into Media in Two Minutes, and there seems to be a lot going on this week; I wanted to take some time to talk about an effort I'm currently working on with the Media Food Bank.  Two weeks ago I was at an event where I was told that the people who rely on the food bank had asked if there was anyway they could receive turkey's this year for Thanksgiving.  The food bank

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Governor Tom Corbet visits Media Pa

Pennsylvania Governor, Tom Corbett, along with his wife Sue were in Media today for an event at the Town House to kick off his campaign for a second term.  With a packed room, the Governor went on to say how important it was to rescue the refineries along the Delaware River and the 141,000 jobs he's created since being in office.

Thanks for stopping by Media, Governor!




Governor, Tom Corbett

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Media Area Sports Hall Of Fame celebrated its 50th Anniversary Celebration Last Night

The Media Area Sports Hall Of Fame celebrated its 50th Anniversary Celebration last night to a sold out room at the Towne House. President Phil Damiani put together a wonderful tribute to 50 great years capped off by a video that chronicled the history of Media Youth Sports Programs and Media and Penncrest High Schools. Steve Mescanti put this video together and it is a wonderful piece of work

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Transition Town Media - Candlelight Gratitude Event - Sat. Nov 16th 6pm

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Media Election Wrap Up!

Media,

I want to thank everyone who came out and supported me yesterday, however, I was unsuccessful in my bid for Mayor of Media. The last few months were not only a great experience, but enabled me to interact with the community that's a unique experience you only get from doing something like this. Despite the outcome it was and continues to be very rewarding involvement.

Congratulations

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Media Election Day Coverage Throughout the Day

Stop by during the day for real-time updates on today's election here in Media.  We'll be covering the polling places and happenings throughout the borough.

Polls are open from 7am to 8pm.  Get out and VOTE!

Media Election 2013



View Media, PA Borough Voting Precincts in a larger map








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Media's Public Safety will depend on who's elected Mayor!

Body found in park 2011

Back in 2011 on August 29th we had a very serious and unfortunate tragedy occur in the borough which entailed the discovery of a body found on fire at Houtman Park.  I reported on the matter in addition to the delcotimes.com at approximately 3:36pm.  This is not something that happens in Media which naturally left the community not only shocked, but searching for

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Why your School Board Vote on Tuesday is More Important Than You Think

The Rose Tree Media School Board plays a big role for our communities and is a contributing factor for why families choose to move and stay here.  As a kid, it certainly was for my family who weighed that decision and trusted that the schools here in Rose Tree Media would be of the highest quality.  And now as a taxpayer, just as important.  Recently Philly Magazine illustrated just how important

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Media in Two Minutes - VOTE TEDMAN NOV 5th!

Dear Reader and Voter,
I want to thank Dave Daniel from Upper Providence for the commentary post he submitted on Tuesday.  It's refreshing to see a candidate outline the issues and tackle them head-on. In Media we've been fed statements such as, "Roll up our sleeves" and "Thinking outside the box," which doesn't mean anything. But I'm sure what I outline below will.


Third Street Bridge

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Tedman O'Hara for Mayor of Media - Working for the Community

Elvis Presley Knows Media, PA

When I'm not writing this blog I'm out talking with residents in Media.  Truthfully, I love going door-to-door and sharing stories about Media, as well as hearing them.  Did you know that Blue Christmas made famous by the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley was written in Media, Pa? Here's the commemorative plaque that tells the story of Elvis' most famous

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Media/Elwyn Commuters, SETPA has a new app you may find useful!

New Septa 


I always find interest in new technologies that provide simplicity and added convenience for users. This week, a new app was released by Setpa.org that provides a host of features the everyday commuter may find useful.  Whether the bus, trolley or the Media/Elwyn Line, this app is quite extensive.  



What you can expect is a clean user interface with useful features like “Start

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