Media in Two Minutes

Media in Two Minutes

After 30 years Fast and Fancy is Finished


Thank you Roz for 30 years of great service.  Media will miss Fast and Fancy

If you haven't heard, today's the last lunch or breakfast you'll be able to have at Fast and Fancy.  After 30 years, they are closing from what was cited as an increase competitive climate and construction going on at the Media Mini Mall that will

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Rail Service to West Chester? This group is on the right track!

Over the last couple of years I've been involved in a few efforts towards making this rail service to West Chester a reality, but now it's becoming a popular movement recently noted by West Chester Borough's commitment to seeing this happen.  

Stay tuned, there will be more news about this later this year, as this could produce a welcomed synergy of economic development and transportation

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June 28th, 2014 The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @Joclyns, Media, PA

THE MARY JANES,THE BROOZERS, DECONTROL, HEAVY SHOES,
& THE PRISONERS ROCK THE DECK TO RAISE FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR THE
AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION! MUST BE 21 TO ATTEND.
Just $10 to come out and hear some local bands and raise awareness and
funds for a great cause! Door prizes, raffles, drink specials!
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is the

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Breaking - Judge Proud Rules on Third Street Bridge - Media Borough found in contempt and rules to proceed with stipulation

Media Borough Found in Contempt of Court


From initial reports I’ve received this morning, it looks like the obstruction to fix Media’s Third Street bridge perpetuated  by Mayor Bob McMahon, Council President, Brian Hall, and Councilmen Robinson and Davidson, has taken a decisive turn, while proving  a costly lesson for taxpayers.  



This morning, Judge Proud determined that Media Borough is

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Media Welcomes its Newest Eatery!

If you're anxious to visit Media’s newest eatery, the wait won’t be much longer.  



Garden Café on Jackson Street is expected to open up sometime next month and will be run by Willow Culbertson who started in Media with her sister at the well known Koffee Korner. Expect panini sandwiches and salads with a variety of lunch type foods and desserts.




Congrats, Willow!

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Media's Got it: Sidewalks, Bike Facilities, Public Transportation

Here's some interest statistics reflective of a town like Media, Pa.  I'd be interested to find out if our town has similar percentages, aside from maybe the bike commuters, I bet we're close.

Traffic calming is an interesting subject, which I'm doing some research on.  I know there are many in the community who are at their wits end with speeding and vehicles rolling through stop signs - have a

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Important Update from PECO regarding Mylar Balloons

Since the electricity in Media seems to go out more than I do, please keep in mind the following potential issues with Mylar balloons and power lines.


PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The end of the school year brings outdoor celebrations for recent graduates, but it also can be dangerous and lead to power outages if Mylar balloons from those festivities come into contact with power lines.When a

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Another video of the Media 5 Miler 2014

Here's another neat, locally produced video of the Media 5 Miler.  Nice, job Brian!

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Media 5 Mile Race Video

Video of last night's Media 5 Mile Race

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FREE ROSE TREE COLTS FOOTBALL CAMP

FREE COLTS FOOTBALL CAMP All are welcome! Come see what all the excitement is about!!!!! FOOTBALL AT IT’S FUNNEST AGES: 5 and up' Dates: Saturday - June 21, 2014 Sunday - July 13, 2014 Sunday - July 20, 2014 Location- Rose Tree Elementary school Time- 5:00pm until 6:30 Free t-shirts for all who attend

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Media 5 Mile Race - What You Need To Know! (parking, road closures, festivities, FAQs, updates)

Media 5 Mile Race 2014What You Need to Know

(aka Media’s Mardi Gras, not Fat Tuesday; Fit Friday)






Parking and Road Closures:




Media will begin to close down the streets that make up the race course around 5pm and won't officially open them back up until 9pm. Consequently, this will create a lot of detours in and around Media, so be prepared for delays and frustrated drivers (happens

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Lost dog found by South Ave

UPDATE 6/20 3pm EST: Coco has been reunited with her family!

Lost dog found by South Ave. By the train station. Message me please. The dog is chipped. Named Cocoa. Owner's name, "John". (Can't
spell the last name). 6-8 years old, Well cared for, Well groomed and
safely staying with our family. It is a
spayed female and very Well behaved. She seems a little sad and I'm sure
her owner misses

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Rose Tree Summer Festival Kicks-Off the Season at 7:30pm - Featuring Rose Tree Pops

Tonight's the Kick-Off the the Rose Tree Summer Festival.  Featured this evening, Rose Tree Pops Under the direction of Dr. Roberta Winemiller, this 50-member orchestra performs memorable music from movies and Broadway.All performances begin at 7:30 p.m. (Except the two 10:00 a.m. shows on 7/3 & 7/16)  Please bring blankets and chairs for seating. Shows will be canceled in the event of rain.Rose

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Media Fire Company Night - Thursday, July 17th 6 - 9pm Rita's of Media

Come out and help the Media Fire Company

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Media in Two Minutes

Media in Two Minutes


It's always my best intention each week to make M2M as short and concise as I can for a variety of reasons: 1) Believe it or not, writing is not one of may favorite things to do.  2) From a content perspective there's plenty to discuss and share, but no one wants to hear me drone on for hours. 3) Even if I was an award wining writer, and this is something a lot of people

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It's Official: Media's Iconic John's Grille is SOLD!

*** S O L D ***

This deal took a little longer than I expected, but it's done: John's Grille has been sold.  Before you go running to get one last look at Media's oldest neighborhood watering hole, it may not be as bad as you think.  The new owner, who currently owns a business in Media doesn't have many plans to make it any different from what it is now.  Yes, it may get cleaned up a bit and

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Don't Make a Mess of Media!

Anyone who takes the time to do something good for this community is a story this town wants to hear about.  Here's one resident's view on the current trash issue.

Tedman,

Here is a good storyline for All Things Media:  Media, PA Everybody's
Hometown..apparently everybody's trash can.  I took these photos while I
was walking downtown within a short 5 block radius.  I was truly
appalled by

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DCTMA Hosts Membership Meeting & Annual Awards

DCTMA Hosts Membership Meeting & Annual Awards



MEDIA, PA
–  The Delaware County Transportation Management Association hosted its
Membership Meeting and Annual Awards this year at Rolling Green Golf
Club in Springfield.  The DCTMA members were treated to a cocktail
reception and awards ceremony on Thursday, June 5th.  During
the regular board meeting, a new board of directors was elected.

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SEPTA Workers Picket at Media Station

I should have been tipped off yesterday that a SEPTA strike was imminent when I saw workers at Suburban station in Philadelphia carrying posters supporting the work stoppage.  Historically, it always seems that SEPTA works out what's needed to avoid service disruptions for tens-of- thousands of people.  As of 12:01 this morning, history hasn't yet repeated its self.  The strike is underway.

You

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Welcome home 160 World War II vets from the "Tour of Honor" in Washington, D.C.

This will be a big event, thanks for sharing this.

Mark your calendars, grab a flag and join us at St Kevin's or join with the FD's that will be lining the overpasses along I-95 & I-476. It's best to plan on arriving around 5:45pm.

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Media in Two Minutes - STATE CHAMPS!

Media in Two MinutesPenncrest Lacrosse 2014 State Champs!

There's nothing I could write today that would even come close to being as interesting as Penncrest's Boys Lacrosse win yesterday and the magnificent parade down State Street.  Everything that led up to yesterday's win took this community by storm and I can say, we're all very proud.

Thanks to the Plumstead Inn, Media, Fire/Police

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STRATH HAVEN HIGH SCHOOL WINS SEAT BELT CHALLENGE!

STRATH HAVEN HIGH SCHOOL WINS SEAT BELT CHALLENGE!



MEDIA, PA –    And the winner is… Strath Haven High School!  The Wallingford-based school has won DCTMA’S 6th Annual High School Seat Belt Challenge. 
We are pleased to announce that Strath Haven showed overall improvement
in seat belt usage.  The students showed a 79% usage rate in September,
2013, and increased to a 99% usage rate during

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Pencrest Lacrosse Pep Rally, Parade and gathering at Plumstead Inn on Saturday.

Attention Media Community...The Penncrest Boys Lacrosse Team will be
playing for a State Championship Saturday afternoon in Hershey, PA. We
will be arriving home around 7:30 pm with a full Fire & Police
Escort(win or lose) down State Street and will finish at the High School
where a Pep Rally will happen! If you are in Media and see the caravan
of buses, please cheer for our boys! Thank you

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Confusion over Fair Trade

With Media, PA being America's first Fair Trade town, interesting findings from a recent UK study.




theguardian.com, Sunday 25 May 2014

A UK government-sponsored study, which investigated the production of
flowers, coffee and tea in Ethiopia and Uganda, found that "where
Fairtrade flowers were grown, and where there were farmers' groups
selling coffee and tea into

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For all you Media dogs out there

This is a great idea for the active pet in your life, especially if it has an Uber account.  I know this would have come in handy for my dog when he was younger and definitely for those who from time-to-time post missing pet announcements.

With the amounts spent on pets each year, this seems like a small price to pay for piece of mind. Especially if you take you dog on trips and unleashed walks.

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Less Parking tonight for Dining Under the Stars due to repair work occurring at Olive Street Garage.

For those attending Dining Under the Stars this evening, please be advised that there will be no parking on the 2nd and 3rd floor of the Olive Street Garage due to closure for repair. This work will be occurring throughout the summer.

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Penncrest Boys Lacrosse is going to the State Championship!

PENNCREST BOYS LACROSSE WINS BEATING MT. LEBANON 15-10!!! Penncrest to
play Avon Grove Saturday at 2:30p in Hershey for the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP!




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Here's what $2.3 billion in the Transporation Funding Act achieves for the Media Area!

Last November there was quite a stir with statements made by SEPTA regarding the possible closure of part of the Media/Elwyn (R3) Line due to lack of funding for repairs.  It was quite a serious concern for those who take this train, and also for those dreading the subsequent traffic increase from lack of rail transportation.  So much so, I began calling legislatures to learn more about what was

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Italian-American Festival Today at Rose Tree Park

2014 Italian-American Festival 

Rose Tree Park 2014

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Media in Two Minutes

MEDIA IN TWO MINUTES

Congrats to Penncrest Lacrosse
Congratulations to Penncrest Boys Lacrosse for going 23-1 and advancing to the State semifinals.  People have been really paying attention to this team and love the live updates during the games.  Here's a great article on the win yesterday against Lasalle

Penncrest Graduates


Penncrest Graduation Party

Best of luck to all the graduates

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