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West Chester University Salutes Retiring President Dr. Chris Fiorentino
Dr. Chris Fiorentino has dedicated more than 41 years of his life to West Chester University. The results of his work shined through during an April 26 tribute to the retiring university president, through the people who praised his work and the hundreds who gathered at the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall on campus to…
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Rue21 Closes Springfield Mall Store Amidst Bankruptcy Filing
A Springfield Mall staple, Rue21, is closing as part of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection filing by the retail company, writes Daniella Genovese for Fox Business. The company is closing all of its stores and selling its intellectual property as it implements “going out of business” sales. It is the third time the company has…
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Philadelphia Eagles Rookie Linemen Talk Shop With Haverford’s Jason Kelce
It was a first-time meeting in the weight room this week between Philadelphia Eagles 3-day rookie offensive linemen Trevor Keegan and Dylan McMahon, and retired Eagles legend Jason Kelce, writes John McMullen for Sports Illustrated. The six-time All-Pro center and future Hall of Famer made an impression when he stopped by., according to Eagles GM…
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Pat Farrell’s Walk-On With Villanova Wildcats Changed His Life
Pat Farrell was on Jay Wright’s first Villanova University team to win a national title, but he’s not talked about much, writes Anders Pryor for The Philadelphia Inquirer. That’s OK, though, because the lessons he learned being part of that championship season has stayed with him. In high school, it looked like his future was…
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Widener Student Research Survey Grows from Chester Roots to International Partnerships
Widener student research is a vital hands-on experience and faculty are always finding new and creative ways to get students involved, writes Nicole Carera, Widener University assistant director of Communications. Faculty in the School of Business Administration found an opportunity with the Philadelphia Union to have students interacting directly with fans. Led by Brian Larson,…
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This Montgomery County Community Is Among the 50 Best Liberal Places to Live in America
A Montgomery County community has been declared the No. 1 best liberal place to live in America, according to Stacker. Based on data from Niche, which ranked the 50 best liberal places to live in the U.S., Ardmore came out on top. Ardmore, with a population of 13,567, has a suburban and urban feel with…
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St. David’s Eastern University Aims for $30M in Fundraising
With enrollment up, Eastern University in St. David’s announced last week a $30 million fundraising goal to cover capital projects, invest in school sports teams and offer incentives to attract faculty, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The private Christian college, which turns 100 in 2025, has raised about 50 percent of the amount…
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Upper Darby Under 30 Entrepreneur is a Summer Stager Vet
Upper Darby High School alum Barbara DelleMonache has been named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 for creating Curl Vitality, her subscription service and coaching business on curly hair care, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. The 2012 Upper Darby High graduate and former Upper Darby Summer Stage performer now lives in Mullica Hill,…
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Fresh Produce Is Near at Hand. See Which CSAs Have Pick Ups in Delaware County
Farm fresh produce is nearby ready for your kitchen in the spring, summer and fall months through several CSAs, or community-supported agriculture, in the Philadelphia region that offer pick up locations in Delaware County, writes Lillian Gerczyk for Philadelphia Magazine. Here are some regional CSAs that offer pick up locations in Delaware County: Crawford Organics…
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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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Former Phillies Draftee Mike Costanzo, Jr.’s Wine Business Gets Help From His Glen Mills Dad
When Mike Costanzo, Jr. was born, his parents brought him home from the hospital wearing an infant-sized Phillies jacket, writes Jon Caroulis for Billy Penn. His parents, Mike Sr. and Rhonda Costanzo, who now live in Glen Mills, watched him play ball in college, the minors and in the major league. “I gave my first…
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Robert J. Bruce of Newtown Square, Widener President Emeritus, Remembered
Robert Bruce, president emeritus of Widener University for 20 years, who also served as a former history teacher, mentor and volunteer, died April 19 at White Horse Village retirement community at age 86, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Robert J. Bruce joined Widener in 1975 as vice president of development. When he became…
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Delco Proud: Best Philly Cheesesteak Comes From…Wait For It…Parkside
Phil & Jims Steaks and Hoagies in Parkside has won the title of “Best Cheesteak” in the Delaware Valley region, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. That covers Philadelphia and its counties along with the states of Delaware and New Jersey. The shop is newly-owned by Dan and Gia Miller and Costa Miller, The…
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Experts Figure Out Why There Was a Strange Odor in Delaware County Last Week
Calls of a mysterious odor wafting through Delaware County began coming into the Delaware County Office of Emergency Management Monday morning. Most described it as a burning smell, or a bug spray. Though the specific source of the odor hasn’t been clarified, there is a reason now why the odor was there, writes Chris O’Donnelll…
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Now There’s an Outdoor Roller Skating Rink to Go With Morton’s Snack Bar
A Morton outdoor roller skating rink is opening in June as a companion to the existing Hangout Snack Bar on Morton Avenue, writes Jesse Bunch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 40-foot rink will run Fridays to Sundays June through September. It will be located across the street from The Hangout Snack Bar, a creation of…
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Palestinian Protests Now Spread to Villanova University Campus
The Villanova Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) held an on-campus protest April 30 supporting Palestine, writes Lauren Armstrong and Finn Courtney for The Villanovan. About 100 students and staff members stood or marched, dressed in black and chanting in support of ending violence in the Gaza strip. They join similar peaceful protests that have…
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County Council Still Getting an Earful Over Delco Woods Proposal in Marple
An overflowing crowd showed up again before Delaware County Council to voice their continuing disapproval over a Delco Woods proposal to use buildings on the former Don Guanella property for a residential mental health facility. Individuals reminded the council at the May 1 meeting they had sold the public on the idea that the acquired…
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Havertown Biker Boy a Hit on Media but a Worry to Neighbors
An 11-year-old Havertown boy’s passion for biking has brought him online success, but his antics aren’t sitting too well with the neighbors, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Alexander Santacroce’s son Alex spends a lot of his time riding bikes, e-bikes and Razor scooters around town. In the “bike life” world, Alex is a…
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