It is not always easy to keep up with the news, but now it is time to sit back, relax and catch up on some of the most important news stories this past week.

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Monday, April 30, 2012

Vge Cafe Now Open

The vegan restaurant opened Thursday.

'Hero Day' Proclaimed In Honor of Annual Hero Bowl

This year's Hero Bowl will take place on May 31 at Widener University.

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Tuesday, May 01, 2012

Twilight 5K Run Raises Over $30,000 For Township Schools

Chatham Park Elementary School wins the one-mile challenge.

State Reps Oppose Redistricting Changes in Surrounding Areas

A plan in the pipeline now would create a four-way split in representation, rather than a three-way, which includes Lower Merion and Narberth.

PA House Agenda for April 30 - May 4

The state House returns to session on Monday, April 30.

Recall: Dry Dog Food Contaminated with Salmonella

Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul Adult Light Formula Dry Dog Food recalled after testing positive for salmonella.

Video: Media Welcomes Home Our Troops

Media hosted a Welcome Home parade Saturday for all the Armed Forces of Delaware County.

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Wednesday, May 02, 2012

Police Blotter: 12 Reports of Theft, 6 for Vandalism

The following information comes from the Haverford Township Police Department. If arrests or charges are mentioned, they do not indicate guilt or a conviction.

Photos: Troops Welcomed Home at Parade Event

More than 1,000 people welcomed home Delaware County's Armed Forces in Media on Saturday during a parade and career and benefits fair event.

Delco SPCA receives $1,000 for Curious George Fund

The Delco SPCA was the designated charity of the winning team during the 9th annual Black Tie Bowling Fundraiser.

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Thursday, May 03, 2012

Fire Chief Confirms: Lancaster Ave. Chemical Spill Is Acid

Witnesses report that the canister was thrown out of a vehicle's window around 2 p.m.

Lung Association Gives Delaware County an 'F'

Across Pennsylvania, it's not alone in its failing grade.

Run Time: Local 5Ks and Other Races In May

Looking for a 5K, 10K, or half-marathon?

Havertown Students Named In Villanova's Dean's List

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Friday, May 04, 2012

Haverford School Board Approves Proposed Final Budget

If the final budget passes next month, each homeowner will pay about $114 more per year is taxes.

Havertown Obituaries

These are recent death notices of local residents and former residents.