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First Bank House of the Week: Stone Farmhouse in Glen Mills
A charming stone federal-style Glen Mills farmhouse on 7.2 stunning acres with five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in The 18th Century Sprucehaven Farm is a true personal natural oasis home to the sixth-largest London Plane tree in Pennsylvania. Highlights include a full-length front porch, charming center foyer with…
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Jason Kelce Will be the Best NFL Analyst Since John Madden
Jason Kelce will be the best of what NFL analysts can be—the passion of John Madden, the knowledge of Troy Aikman and the candor of Chris Collinsworth. With a sense of humor, no less. That’s the conclusion of columnist Marcus Hayes, writing in The Philadelphia Inquirer. This season Kelce will serve as a pregame and…
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Patent Attorney Chris Halliday Named to Penn State Brandywine Advisory Board
Penn State alumnus Chris Halliday, a patent attorney and partner at DLA Piper, has been appointed to the Penn State Brandywine Advisory Board. Advisory Board members serve as ambassadors for the campus and provide guidance in many areas, including academic programs, student life, civic, government, and career pathways and preparation. Halliday attended Penn State’s University…
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The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk Raises Over $128,000
The Arc of Chester County’s 2024 Bubble Walk & Fun Day raised over $128,000 in support of individuals with disabilities and their families. Over 350 people came out on Sunday, May 19th to West Goshen Community Park to enjoy a beautiful day full of games, face painting, balloon creations, BINGO, dancing, a picnic lunch and…
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Phillie Phanatic, a Jenkintown Native, Doubles as Children’s Author and He Has a New Book
Tom Burgoyne has a new book, the latest in 20 children’s books he has authored about the Phillie Phanatic. He’s an expert on the subject because he’s portrayed the Phanatic for 30 years, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Burgoyne, who grew up in Jenkintown, is a diehard fan who wanted to be The…
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More Store Items Going Behind Locked Glass. Delaware County Shoppers React
More shelf items in suburban stores are getting locked up behind antitheft glass to deter shoplifters. Customers have noticed and aren’t pleased, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bryan Calhoun of Broomall, for example, avoids the Wynnewood Target a few miles away from his house and drives to Wayne or Malvern, where fewer items…
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Parents Challenge Reading Curriculum in Wallingford-Swarthmore School District
About 60 parents are asking the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District to utilize the science of reading in their reading curriculum, which is based on research into how children learn to read, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In some districts where test scores are high, like in Wallingford-Swarthmore, there’s little motivation to change programs, even…
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Soon Even More American Airlines Passengers Can Skip Security at PHL
American Airlines is expanding its bus program which means even more passengers will be able to skip the security lines at Philadelphia International Airport, writes Ariana Perz-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. American Airlines travelers flying out of PHL who purchase a special ticket can start clearing security Aug. 6 at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport and Oct.…
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Greg McNaee of Springfield Copes With Life While Waiting for a Kidney
Gregory McNanee of Springfield is waiting for a kidney donation and while he waits he faces stress, anxiety and sickness, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. McNanee, 26, has been on a four-year wait for a kidney. He’s a 2016 graduate of Springfield High School, had been sick for six years when he was…
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DELCO Careers – Dunwoody Village
Dunwoody Village job positions are available to qualified candidates. Dunwoody Village is a five-star ranked not-for-profit continuing care retirement community in Newtown Square located in a picturesque wooded setting, combining comfort with award-winning high-quality healthcare and rehabilitation. Dunwoody job positions are for career people who want a “decidedly different career,” people who share a commitment to excellence, and who want…
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For Delco Day’s 9th Year, the Theme Is All About Scrapple
Every year, Delaware County recognizes its Delco-ness with an unofficial Delco Day holiday June 10, in honor of the county’s area code—610. This year’s celebration (the 9th year of the holiday) takes place Saturday, June 1, 2 PM to 2 AM, at JT Brewskis in Primos. The theme this year is all about Scrapple, writes…
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Family Sues Delaware County in 1931 Wrongful Execution
Alexander McClay Williams was only 16 when the Black student was put to death in the electric chair after being convicted in Delaware County of murdering a 34-year-old white woman. His conviction was overturned in 2022, writes Sopan Deb for The New York Times. On Friday, Alexander’s family filed a federal lawsuit in the District…
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Reflections on Margaret Kuo’s, a Main Line Dining Legacy
Margaret Kuo’s Wayne location closed in March after 22 years of culinary excellence, writes Michael Bradley for Main Line Today. The restaurant debuted in 2002 and it was tough going for a while to get local patrons used to a more sophisticated version of Asian cuisine. Today, the restaurant is praised for everything from spring…
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Bonner-Prendie’s Deuce Ketner Commits to Millersville for His Best Basketball
Bonner-Prendie senior Deuce Ketner decided after high school he wanted to go to a school that really wanted him. The 6-foot-7 forward got a lot of interest from Division I schools, but also a lot of unfulfilled promises from coaching staff not fully committed to him, writes Joseph Satoliquito for The Philadelphia Inquirer. He got…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES in Downingtown,, a provider of staff to work with children and adults with various behavioral health needs, has several job openings available. CCRES staff work in schools, homes, and the community. They provide more than 1,500 professional bstaff to meet the needs of children and adults challenged by autism, mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and physical…
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Red Lobster Files for Bankruptcy But Springfield Restaurant Still Open
A Red Lobster bankruptcy so far hasn’t affected its Springfield restaurant. Red Lobster Management LLC, with 9 Philadelphia-area restaurants, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, writes Sarah Kinbar for Orlando Business Journal, as printed in Philadelphia Business Journal. The national restaurant chain announced Sunday it had voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy relief in…
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At Cabrini’s Last Commencement in Radnor, Kylie Kelce Gave the Address
It was the last Commencement for the last graduating class of Cabrini University in Radnor, and Kylie Kelce, a 2017 Cabrini graduate, delivered the commencement address. The wife of retired Philadelphia Eagles star Jason Kelce, Kylie was invited to address the Class of 2024 May 19 for the poignant occasion at her alma mater, writes…
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Darby Native Robert Whomsley Retires From a 52-Year Career in Catholic Cemetery Service
Robert Whomsley understands the repeating tableau of death and life better than most, because he’s seen it played out time and again at Catholic funerals. Whomsley formally retired May 16 from a career in cemetery services. Director of the Office of Catholic Cemeteries since 1996, he became director of the Office for General Services and…
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