Week in Review: Aug. 5-11

There isn't always time to sit down and read the news. So in case you missed any of the week's stories, here's a look at what happened in the Ardmore, Merion and Wynnewood  area in the past seven days.

This week, we filled you in on the , shared news that , and that to the shopping center.  In other business news, Patch spoke with the director of operations at the , which will open this fall in Merion.

One of the biggest news stories this week is that in connection with the Hymie's Deli robbery . Michael Shawn Schaefer, 40, of Philadelphia, ; the hearing included testimony from the deli manager working at the time of the robbery and details on the trail of evidence that led police to Schaefer.

Also, make sure you cast your vote for your favorite business in the by August 17 and help Patch decide who's the best in a variety of categories.

What follows is a list of some of Ardmore Patch's top news stories of the past week, Aug. 5 to 11. For a complete list, click here.

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Saturday

A 20-year Narbeth councilwoman will be the nominee in the 148th district.

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Friday

1800 Tequila recalled due to glass fragments.

The latest restaurant venture of Zahav's Michael Solomonov will focus on glatt kosher European Jewish food.

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Thursday

Michael Shawn Schaefer's defense attorney holds that evidence against Schaefer is "purely circumstantial."

Lower Merion school staff are set to return to work Aug. 28. No further negotiations have been scheduled, according to their union president.

The yoga-inspired athletic apparel company will open before the holiday season in Ardmore.

The following death notices come from residents connected to Lower Merion.

Costs may keep red light cameras in the city and out of suburban intersections.

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Wednesday

At Schaefer's preliminary hearing, the suspect's defense held that all evidence against Schaefer was purely circumstantial.

Thousands gathered in Suburban Square for food, fun and games on Tuesday night.

The salon vacated its Suburban Square spot on Saturday; what should replace it?

The Head Nut continues a 45-year tradition of local, family ownership.

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Tuesday

Michael Shawn Schaefer has been charged in connection to the armed robbery of Hymie's Deli. Police are looking for three more suspects.

The following information has been supplied by the Lower Merion Police Department. If arrests or charges are mentioned, they do not indicate guilt or a conviction.

Jay Michael merged with its St. Davids location and Spa Solas is moving to Bala Cynwyd.

Philadelphia Eagles Coach Andy Reid's son Garrett, 29, died Sunday. Garrett attended Harriton High School; the Reid family lives in Villanova.

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Monday

Properties close to Merion Golf Club have been listed for rent for up to $10,000 per day.

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Sunday

Garrett Reid, son of Eagles football Coach Andy Reid, was found dead in a Lehigh University dorm room on Sunday in the midst of the team's pre-season training camp.

A Lower Merion resident was recently victimized.