• What We’re Reading on Vacation: “Ghosts of Harvard”

    What We’re Reading on Vacation: “Ghosts of Harvard”

    It’s about that time for vacation, and I’ve got my stack of beach reads all ready, because what is a vacation if not toes in sand, book in hand? I’m most excited to read Ghosts of Harvard, a first novel by nearby Chester County native, Francesca Serritella. Francesca, a Great Valley graduate and New York…

  • Customers Bank Promotes Jennifer Frost to Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer

    Customers Bank Promotes Jennifer Frost to Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer

    Customers Bank is pleased to announce Jennifer Frost has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer. Frost will also join the Management Board. Previously, Jennifer Frost served as senior vice president, deputy chief administrative officer and was responsible for leading the bank’s efforts to digitize many of the institution’s operations and processes,…

  • DELCO Escape: Washington’s Troops Went Hungry, But That Doesn’t Mean You Have To! 41 Places to Eat When Visiting Valley Forge National Historical Park

    DELCO Escape: Washington’s Troops Went Hungry, But That Doesn’t Mean You Have To! 41 Places to Eat When Visiting Valley Forge National Historical Park

    Now that you’ve visited Valley Forge National Historical Park, hiked the trails, and seen the sites, you must be starving! Seeing Valley Forge Park works up an appetite, and I’ve got just the places for you to dine: experience dining in and around the King of Prussia Mall. This post has a great lineup of…

  • Nappen & Associates Nears Completion on Hatfield Construction Project

    Nappen & Associates Nears Completion on Hatfield Construction Project

    Nappen & Associates, a leading industrial/flex real estate developer based out of Montgomeryville, is nearing the completion of its latest construction project in Hatfield, PA. The property will be a state-of-the-art warehouse facility, located at 1900 Bethlehem Pike (Rt. 309). Nappen & Associates has been making diligent progress on the construction of this new facility.…

  • DELCO Escape: 20 Must-See Sites and Scenes to Fully Experience Valley Forge National Historical Park

    DELCO Escape: 20 Must-See Sites and Scenes to Fully Experience Valley Forge National Historical Park

    Living in Delaware County, one of the best gateways we have to the outdoors is Valley Forge National Historical Park. It’s practically in everyone’s backyards, and it’s full of history, monuments, trails, things to see and experience, even shop. If you are visiting Valley Forge from afar, welcome! We are so glad you are here…

  • Customers Bank—Banking 4.0: The Digital Industrial Revolution

    Customers Bank—Banking 4.0: The Digital Industrial Revolution

    The fourth industrial revolution is about a technological revolution that is fundamentally changing the way we live, work and relate to one another. In many industries and especially in the banking sector, companies need to embrace all things digital, says Customers Bank. Industry leaders are taking the next natural step in the progression to become…

  • Delco ESCAPE: Relaxing in Luxury at ICONA Avalon Resort is a True Summer Goal

    Delco ESCAPE: Relaxing in Luxury at ICONA Avalon Resort is a True Summer Goal

    Welcome to the next feature in my series of ESCAPE travel articles. This time, we are going to the beach to ICONA Avalon.! So many of my travel stories begin and end with food, with a soft bed and great sights in between. This feature is going to stay along that similar vein, as when…

  • DELCO ESCAPE: 9 Glorious Reasons to Vacation on Sanibel Island

    DELCO ESCAPE: 9 Glorious Reasons to Vacation on Sanibel Island

    As we roll into summer, it’s time to plan out a vacation that is well worth your money plus ensuring everyone will have a fabulous time. Do you need a family resort? A romantic getaway? A place to chill with your girlfriends for amusing days of GNO? Think about Sanibel Island, Florida. It’s on the…

  • DELCO Escape: The Smithton Inn and Lancaster County

    DELCO Escape: The Smithton Inn and Lancaster County

    Pandemic got you down? Not doing much these days? Well, I am happy to introduce you to our DELCO Today Escape travel series! I’ll be introducing you to great places in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware where you can get away for a mini-vacation, safely, and get to know some of the fabulous places nearby.…

  • Richard A. Ehst to Retire as Customers Bank’s President and Chief Executive Officer After 50 Year Banking Career; Sam Sidhu Named as Successor

    Richard A. Ehst to Retire as Customers Bank’s President and Chief Executive Officer After 50 Year Banking Career; Sam Sidhu Named as Successor

    After more than a half-century of successful banking leadership, Richard A. (“Dick”) Ehst will retire from his post as President and Chief Executive Officer of Customers Bank, a subsidiary of Customers Bancorp, Inc. Samvir (“Sam”) Sidhu, currently Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer, has been named as Ehst’s successor. Sam Sidhu served as a Board…

  • Order Today: Best Easter Dinner Takeout in Delaware County

    Order Today: Best Easter Dinner Takeout in Delaware County

    Nothing says Spring like Easter dinner in Delco! Many Delaware County restaurants are safely open for Easter brunch or dinner as well as curbside pickup and take out. Put on your best Sunday duds and get ready to enjoy a feast! Let’s start with Johnny Paisano’s (located at 226 Baltimore Pike in Springfield Township, Delaware…

  • Perkiomen School Students Have Voice and Choice in Their Subjects; Learn More at April 7 Virtual Open House

    Perkiomen School Students Have Voice and Choice in Their Subjects; Learn More at April 7 Virtual Open House

    Do you know Perkiomen School? Perkiomen School is an Upper and Middle college-preparatory school that combines a diverse, outstanding curriculum with hands-on, transformative experiences and a focus on the future. One of Montgomery County’s best private schools, Perkiomen School in Pennsburg is an international boarding and day school on 185 beautiful acres with over 30…

  • Customers Bank Makes $20,000 Donation to Reading Area Community College

    Customers Bank Makes $20,000 Donation to Reading Area Community College

    Richard Ehst, President and Chief Executive Officer of Customers Bank and Dr. Susan Looney, President of Reading Area Community College participated in presentation ceremony on March 12 acknowledging Customers Bank’s contribution of $20,000 to Reading Area Community College. Customers Bank’s contribution will create scholarships for dual-enrollment high school students that are earning early college credits.…

  • Alvernia University Receives $150,000 from Customers Bank for Its Reading Youth Initiative

    Alvernia University Receives $150,000 from Customers Bank for Its Reading Youth Initiative

    Nearby Phoenixville-based Customers Bank contributed $150,000 to the Alvernia University in Reading for its Reading Youth Initiative. The after-school initiative aims to improve the academic progress of children who live or go to school in the Reading area through academic enrichment, mentoring, and support for healthy choices. The program is conducted at Millmont and Tyson-Schoener…

  • Nappen & Associates Welcomes its Newest Additions to its Team

    Nappen & Associates Welcomes its Newest Additions to its Team

    Nappen & Associates, a leading industrial real estate developer and property manager located in Montgomeryville, is proud to introduce its newest team members. Tracy Flissar joins Nappen & Associates as Vice President of Leasing and brings extensive experience and insight in the industrial real estate market. Prior to joining Nappen & Associates, Tracy worked at…

  • Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend in Delaware County with Great Activities and Romantic Restaurants

    Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend in Delaware County with Great Activities and Romantic Restaurants

    There’s nothing like a great day out to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and Delaware County has some great places to celebrate with your friends or loved ones. Start your day with a Valentine’s Tea at The Gifford-Risley House Bed & Breakfast, Media’s first and finest Bed & Breakfast (located at 430 N. Monroe Street), featuring timeless…

  • Super Bowl Sunday: Delco’s Best Big Game Party Places

    Super Bowl Sunday: Delco’s Best Big Game Party Places

    Are you ready for some football? Are you ready for the crazy commercials and the Half Time Show? But the way I see it, the Superbowl is really about the food- the apps, the wings, the dips, the beer, the pizza! What’s your favorite Superbowl nosh? Check out some of these Delaware County restaurants and…

  • Customers Bank Offering Banks, Chambers of Commerce, and Other Lenders a White Label Turnkey Solution

    Customers Bank Offering Banks, Chambers of Commerce, and Other Lenders a White Label Turnkey Solution

    In the 3rd round of Paycheck Protection Program loans, Customers Bank, the $19 billion Pennsylvania-based super community bank, is leading the way with over 50,000 loans in process as of last Friday and now tens of thousands more. As of this week, the bank has approved over 3,000 loans providing a much needed lifeline to…