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Villanova University Gifted $15M for Engineering Building
The former Sunoco CEO, John G Drosdick, has donated $15 million to Villanova University for its nearly-completed expanded engineering building, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Drosdick graduated from Villanova in 1965. His latest gift adds to the $5 million he gave toward the College of Engineering building project two years ago. Villanova estimates…
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‘Kelce’ Filmmakers Were Back for the Official Retirement Announcement
Don Argott and Sheena Joyce, the filmmakers who made Jason Kelce’s documentary “Kelce” were invited to film his official retirement and cover his related activities, writes Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The two were there the day of his announcement and the day before as he jumped onto a burning table in Havertown, mimicking…
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Golf Genius in Wayne Makes Its Largest Acquisition Yet
Golf Genius, a Wayne-based golf software company backed by pro golfer Rory McIlroy, has acquired Shotzoom as it expands into international territory, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. With Phoenix-based Shotzoom, Golf Genius is able to grow its presence in the direct-to-consumer market. The company makes software used by golfers to post scores and…
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2 Delaware County Pizza Shops Make Washington Post’s Best Regional Pizza List in Pennsylvania
Two Delaware County pizza shops are ranking high in a Washington Post story on the best regional-style pizzas in Pennsylvania. Ravanesi Pizzeria Napoletana in Glen Mills ranked third best among six pizzerias in Pennsylvania for Neapolitan-style pizza, writes Dylan Moriarty, Andrew Van Dam, Amanda Finnegan, and Gabe Hiatt for The Washington Post. Neapolitan has a…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES is looking for people who want to improve the lives of children and adults working in the behavioral health field. CCRES jobs take place in schools, homes, and the community. CCRES, Downingtown, provides over 1,500 professional behavioral health career staff to meet the needs of children and adults challenged by autism, behavioral health issues, mental…
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Philadelphia Union Popularity Brings Need for More Stadium Seating
There’s talk of a Subaru Park expansion to let more people in at the Chester Stadium, writes David Asch for KYW. The Philadelphia Union’s growing popularity means that major league soccer’s fourth smallest stadium could use some more seats. Currently, the Chester stadium has a seating capacity 18,500, ranking 26th out of 29 MLS stadiums.…
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Airfares Are Down at Philadelphia Airport for Domestic Flights
Airfares for domestic flights are down at Philadelphia International Airport, but there’s no guarantee that international or domestic fares will still be down when summer hits, writes Joanne Drilling and Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The airport is one of 20 nationwide that has seen the biggest drop in airfares in the last year.…
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T-Shirt Commemorates Jason Kelce’s Career, Helps Children
Now, there’s a Jason Kelce T-shirt to commemorate his career and help support local children at the same time. Kelce is teaming up with Ohio-based T-shirt company Homage on a limited-time T-shirt to “pay homage” to his 13-year career with the Philadelphia Eagles, reports Fox 29. Homage is collaborating with Kelce’s clothing line, Underdog, to…
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It’s Happening. ‘Delco: The Movie’ Begins filming at Popular Delaware County Spots
A new movie currently being filmed around Delaware County hopes to capture the essence of the Delco spirit. Delco: The Movie started filming last week at some familiar locations, writes Chris O’Connell for Fox 29. Director Chris Pierdomenico, from Aston, talked about the film’s unique character, much of it based on his own experiences growing…
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Penn State Campuses Partner With Community Colleges for Student Opportunities
Penn State’s Commonwealth Campuses and the state’s community colleges have announced a new collaboration to expand educational opportunities in Pennsylvania and remove barriers to degree completion among college students. The collaboration builds upon long-standing relationships between the campuses and the community colleges and a shared commitment to access and affordability in higher education. As part…
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Bidens Visit Restaurant Owners in Rose Valley on Way to Strath Haven Rally
President Joe Biden kicked off his re-election campaign with a rally Friday evening at Strath Haven Middle School in Wallingford, but first, he and the First Lady made an unscheduled stop to visit a family in Rose Valley, writes Julia Terruso and Jesse Bunch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Bidens greeted Jack Cunicelli, his wife…
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Arborist Adds Delaware County and Philadelphia to Tree-Climbing Quest
Van Wagner is on a tree-climbing quest for a good cause: to educate people about the importance of Pennsylvania’s 16.8 million acres of forests and the wood products that come from them. His goal is to climb trees in all of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties. He hit 38 Saturday, adding a Newtown Township cherry tree in…
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Hugh Braithwaite, ‘Chief Storyteller’, Teacher, Mentor Remembered
Hugh Braithwaite of Radnor believed that sharing compelling stories about his clients could attract business and connect with customers. The founder and CEO of Braithwaite Communications, who was a storyteller, mentor, and teacher, died Feb. 28 at 63, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Mr. Braithwaite founded Braithwaite Communications in 1996 and had Coca-Cola,…
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SCORE Offers Small Business Help with These March Workshops and Webinars
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties is announcing several free workshops and webinars to help small business owners in March. The Mindset of a Successful Business Owner Only 20 percent of all businesses make it 5 years; this March 12, 11:30 AM to 1 PM webinar will provide crucial information to help you succeed! The webinar will…
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Delaware County Firm Hit the Bullseye with This Popular Activity
The Philadelphia region is all-in on throwing darts, and Delaware County manufacturer Widdy Dart Board Manufacturing helps make it possible, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Dart leagues involving up to 2,000 people are popping up all over. Most are playing English darts, but an American version has also taken root, helped along by…
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Jason Kelce’s Retirement Speech Was Years in the Making
Retired Philadelphia Eagles player Jason Kelce has spent years writing his NFL retirement speech, said his wife, Kylie, writes Jenna Lemoncellli for The New York Post. She saw several versions of her husband’s retirement speech. The one he gave March 4 was a completely different version, she said. Speaking to NBC 10 Philadelphia, Kylie said…
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Here’s What’s Coming to the Revitalized Cobbs Creek Golf Course
The historic Cobbs Creek Golf Course, which shares territory in Upper Darby and West Philadelphia, is becoming the Cobbs Creek Golf Campus, a modern facility that will offer new golf opportunities and a chance to educate, writes Miklos Breitner for Golf Business Monitor. The Cobbs Creek Golf Campus will phase in over three years. A…
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A Mark Ruffalo Sighting Confirmed at Newtown Square Deli
Actor Mark Ruffalo has been spotted in Newtown Square, at the A Cut Above Deli, writes Jesse Bunch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ruffalo, known for the Marvel films who now has a best supporting actor nomination in “Poor Things” also happens to be starring in the sequel to “Mare of Easttown.” Crews were in Ridley…
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