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Susan Noles of Aston Is a Contestant on ABC’s ‘Golden Bachelor’
Susan Noles from Aston, the ex-wife of Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Dickie Noles, is one of 22 women ages 60 to 75 hoping for a shot at love when “Golden Bachelor” premieres Sept. 28 on ABC, writes Franki Rudnesky for Philly Voice. The women will vie for the attention of Gerry Turner whose wife died in…
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Pennsylvania School Funding Crisis: Why Most Districts Can’t Meet State Standards
Despite a 2016 funding formula aimed at equalizing district finances in Pennsylvania, a school funding crisis means a staggering 80 percent of its school districts fail to secure sufficient funds to provide optimal education to their students, writes Maddie Hanna, Kasturi Pananjady, and Jasen Lofor for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The disparities in funding are starkly…
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We’re Using SEPTA Differently These Days in Delaware County
When the pandemic changed how Delaware County commuted to work, SEPTA looked at how it could change its regional rail schedules to accommodate that change, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. Now SEPTA is looking at shorter, targeted rail trips augmented with bus trips. “Pre-pandemic, it was really peak oriented, so service was…
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First Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous Custom Traditional in Bryn Mawr
A gorgeous custom traditional home with five bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Bryn Mawr. This lovely residence is accessed by a long winding drive and perfectly nestled atop a gentle hill. It is the epitome of peaceful elegance with picturesque views. It impresses from the start with…
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Meet Kristin Rosen, an HR recruiter for CCRES
Kristin Rosen is being recognized at CCRES in September for her work as an HR Recruiter. Rosen hires staff for several CCRES positions, especially for the Chester County Intermediate Unit’s Home and Community Services and Adult Services programs. “It is so rewarding to hire staff to support the individuals in these programs and others. I…
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Brandywine Alumni Society a September Sponsor for Media’s ‘Dining Under the Stars’
For the second year in a row, the Penn State Brandywine Alumni Society is an event sponsor for “Dining Under the Stars” — a weekly outdoor dining event held Wednesday evenings on State Street in Media, writes Christina Billie for Penn State Brandywine. The group will be a sponsor throughout the month of September. “There…
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Wall Street Journal: Who’s Responsible for Higher Food Delivery Prices?
Magee Hospitality Group, owner of a chain of bars in Prospect Park, has found itself at odds with DoorDash over higher food delivery prices, writes Preetika Rana for The Wall Street Journal. Food delivery services say some restaurants scare customers into not using the apps by raising prices on food they sell via the delivery…
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Philadelphia Airport Bathrooms Catering to Various Needs for People and Pets
A multi-year project to renovate the restrooms at Philadelphia International Airport took another step forward Tuesday at a groundbreaking in Terminal A-East, starting Phase 5 of the renovations. Philadelphia airport bathrooms have been undergoing renovations since 2012, upgrading facilities some travelers have called “dingy,” writes Anana Perez Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The nine-part restroom…
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Inn at Freedom Village Recognized Among Best Nursing Homes in Pennsylvania
The Inn at Freedom Village has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for short-term rehabilitation in 2022-2023 by U.S. News & World Report, according to MyChesco. “We are proud to achieve this best-in-class rating from U.S. News & World Report,” said Danielle Geyer, executive director of Freedom Village Brandywine. “At The Inn at Freedom…
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Preseason Poll Puts Villanova Wildcats at No. 11–The Rest Is Up to Coach Neptune
The upcoming college basketball season will give an accurate reading on Villanova Wildcats coach Kyle Neptune’s influence over the team after he took over last year from retiring coach Jay Wright. Neptune had a tough first season with the team. But this season, the Wildcats are loaded with upper-class talent and could be a top-four…
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Tattooed Moms Exhibition Opens Today at Neumann University
Kevin Russo created the Tattooed Moms project to shatter a stereotype. “It developed from my own learned prejudice about tattooed women,” he explains. “Growing up in the 1970s in South Philadelphia, there weren’t too many women who had tattoos, and if they did, they were thought of as biker chicks.” An artist now based in…
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Upper Darby’s Tina Fey Goes Out of Character to Tackle Supernatural Thriller
Upper Darby’s Tina Fey is shifting from comedy to a darker persona when she appears in a supernatural murder mystery, “A Haunting in Venice,” based on Agatha Christie’s detective story ‘Hallowe’en Party.’ The movie, directed by Kenneth Branagh, who also plays Christie’s famed sleuth Hercule Poirot, will hit theaters Sept. 15, writes Fraki Rudnesky for…
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3 of the Region’s Top 25 Most Expensive Homes Sold Came From Delaware County
These days, the most expensive homes in the Greater Philadelphia region will cost multi-millions of dollars, writes Todd Romero for Philadelphia Business Journal. Collectively, the 25 most expensive properties sold for $149.56 million. That’s a 38 percent jump in price over last year’s 25 most expensive homes sold in the same 7-month period. The average…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES offers behavioral health job positions as it seeks qualified candidates who want to make a difference by working with children and adults challenged by behavioral health issues. CCRES positions focus on those qualified to work in schools, homes, and the community. CCRES, Downingtown, specializes in providing over 1,500 professional, dedicated behavioral health career members to…
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Haverford High Grad Annalena O’Reilly On Her Way to Some Goal-Setting Records in Drexel Soccer
Annalena O’Reilly, a Haverford High School graduate, is In her fifth and final season playing women’s soccer at Drexel University, writes Lochlahn March for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Her final season includes two game-winning goals out of four total and the honor of being the reigning CAA Midfielder of the Year. “I think it just is;…
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Craft Beer Store Oktoberfest Set Sept. 23 in Springfield
The annual Craft Beer Store Oktoberfest takes place Saturday, Sept. 23, from noon until 8 PM. Throughout the day, guests can sample beers from all around Germany, including the keg tapping of Ayinger’s Oktoberfest Marzen and Weinstephaner’s Festbier Lager. The Craft Beer Store, located at 35 Baltimore Pike in Springfield, will also offer a special…
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Wawa Deliveries Could Now Include an All-Electric Delivery Truck
Wawa deliveries could soon be enhanced with green technology as the convenience store chain test pilots its first electric delivery truck in its fleet, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The effort is part of an “electrification of transportation” across its operations. The truck will deliver to Wawa locations in Greater Philadelphia. The truck…
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Transformative School of Rock Delco Opens in Media Borough
A new avenue for musical education and personal growth for people of all ages is now available in Media Borough thanks to Jeff Dulemba’s decision to open School of Rock Delco, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Dulemba was inspired to open the school after witnessing its profound impact on his son Ben’s life.…
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