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See Where in Delaware County Are the Best Places to Live in 2024
The best Delaware County suburbs have once again made it into a top 30 list of the best places in Pennsylvania to live in 2024, according to Stacker, which compiled the rankings. One Delco community, Swarthmore, made it into the top 10, settling in at No. 4. Swarthmore’s 6,507 residents enjoy a median household income…
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Soccer Community Mourns Death of Philadelphia Union Goalkeeper Holden Trent
The soccer community is reacting to news that Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Holden Trent died Saturday at the age of 25, writes Nick Tributes for Billy Penn at WHYY. The Philadelphia Union reported in an announcement being devastated by Holden Trent’s “heartbreaking passing”. “While he was a wonderful player and fierce competitor, he was more importantly…
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See What’s New This Season at Bates Motel & Haunted Hayride
The Bates Motel & Haunted Hayride has been terrifying people now at the Arasapha Farm in Glen Mills for 34 years, writes Rachel Moore for PHL17 News. And people love it. The attraction continues to draw in fans from around the country searching for a thrilling experience. This year, Arasapha Farm has added new frightening…
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Rose Valley Chorus and Orchestra Sets Sail in Its Final Week of Pirates of Penzance
The Rose Valley Chorus and Orchestra’s (RVCO) fall production, The Pirates of Penzance, enters its final week with shows Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 2 at 2 and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2 p.m., at Strath Haven Middle School in Wallingford. The Gilbert and Sullivan favorite offers family fun…
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Decades-Old Fan-Held Candy Bar Gets Signed by Randall Cunningham
Bob Virga of Delaware County stored away his “Randall Bar”” for 30 years until he could get his idol, Eagles quarterback Randall Cunningham, to sign it., writes Dave Uram for KYW Newsradio. “It’s a legacy of our refrigerator,” said Barbara, Virga’s beloved wife of 51 years. The “Randall Bar” in question has Cunningham’s picture on…
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Iacobucci Formal Wear in Havertown Collects for Hurricane Helene Relief
Iacobucci Formal Wear in Havertown has stepped up to help Bruce McClay and his wife Sherry provide relief to victims of Hurricane Helene, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. The small business has been collecting donations like food, water, batteries, diapers and chainsaws to donate to Hurricane Helene survivors after hurricane winds and rain…
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General Recreation Brings Upgraded Inclusive Playground to Lafayette Hill
Under the careful guidance of General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square, Whitemarsh’s Magical Miles Park playground in Whitemarsh Township, reopened with a new inclusive, accessible playground and other perks. There was a ceremonial ribbon cutting Oct. 12 celebrating the official reopening of the Lafayette Hill playground and resurfaced basketball courts now also line for pickleball,…
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Region’s 150 Most Influential People Include 5 With Delaware County Ties
Every year big things are happening in Philadelphia and the region. And every year, Philadelphia Magazine identifies 150 people that are making those big things possible. This year’s list includes five Delaware County influencers. In a ranking of the 150 influencers, State Rep. Joanna McClinton came in at No. 15. McClinton made Pennsylvania history by…
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Check Out Premium Seating Options Coming to Chester’s Subaru Park in 2025
Philadelphia Union fans will be able to optimize their game day experience with Subaru Park premium seating coming in the spring of 2025. The premiums are designed to immerse fans in the excitement of the game, reports Coliseum. Construction is starting during the offseason on these exclusive club spaces featuring comfort, service, and views. The…
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Craving Unique Pizza? Here’s Some Recommended Delaware County Shops
Sometimes you just want to mix it up a little when you order a pizza.. Fortunately, the western suburbs are loaded with pizza shops, many in Delaware County, that are ready with some unique offerings. Here’s some favorites as compiled by Ed Williams and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Carla’s Pizzeria in Wayne features…
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Delaware County Chamber Announces 2024 Epic Award Honorees
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce has named the six organizations and individuals it will honor at the 2024 EPIC Awards, formerly known as the Annual Dinner. The business advocacy organization’s signature event, bringing together 400+ local business, nonprofit and government leaders, will be hosted at The Drexelbrook on Tuesday, Nov. 19. “Honoring the exceptional…
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Media Borough Now a Sister City to a Korean Community
A ceremony Thursday outside the Delaware County Courthouse officially makes Media Borough and Boseong-gun in the Republic of Korea sister cities, tied together by one man, Dr. Philip Jaisohn, reports the Daily Times. Attending were federal and state lawmakers, Delaware County representatives, and representatives from Media and Boseong-gun. Under the signed agreement, the two communities…
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Delaware County Native Devon Gilfillian Talks About His Musical Influences
American soul singer/songwriter, and Delaware County native Devon Gilfillian, headlining today, Oct. 26, with Underground Arts for this year’s Philly Music Fest, is excited to be back home and plans to stop by his old burger spot, Charlie’s Hamburgers in Ridley, writes Zach Ciavolella for Metro US. Growing up in Delaware County, Gilfillian said he…
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Tarot Reader Sues to End Pennsylvania’s Ban on Fortune Telling
Beck Lawrence, owner of The Serpent’s Key Shoppe & Sanctuary in Hanover, is hoping to end Pennsylvania’s 163-year ban on fortune telling on cards, writes Sara Stewart for Spotlight PA. A state law from 1861 qualifies such activities as misdemeanors punishable by up to two years in prison. The law was updated in 1939 and…
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See Delaware County’s Lengthy List of New Restaurants This Fall
There are no less than 12 new Delaware County restaurants that have opened this fall, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Village at Ellis Preserve in Newtown Square is hosting a new Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Turning Point, Toastique, and Napa Kitchen & Wine. They join a new Spread Bagelry and the independent restaurant,…
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Villanova President Looking to Provide Campus Access With Upgrades
Villanova University is financially poised to make planned upgrades to its main campus, with a promise from its president, Rev. Peter M. Donohue, that those upgrades will be for everyone. “We need to provide ways to give people access to this institution, people that really want to be a part of Villanova and be a…
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First Bank House of the Week: Majestic Wayne Colonial Home for Sale
A majestic colonial home at 221 S Aberdeen Avenue set on 3.9 beautiful acres has six bedrooms and seven full and two half bathrooms. It is is available for sale in Wayne. This home is encased entirely in authentically matched stone. The gorgeous residence is a testament to architectural beauty. Inside there are many stunning…
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Aston Mills Art Exhibit Features Skulls, Bone and Skeleton Art
Just in time for Halloween comes “Skulls 2024,” a free exhibit at Aston Mills Arts, where visitors can find artwork devoted to skulls, bones and skeletons. The exhibit, a collection of sculptures, paintings, drawings, and “assemblage,” runs now through Nov. 3, writes Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The displays are a throwback to a…
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