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The Foundation for Delaware County Welcomes 2 New Board Members
Two new board members, Steven Scott Bradley, and Robert Dumont, have been elected to The Foundation for Delaware County’s Board of Directors. Four other community leaders have been reappointed as officers on the board. They are Cyrise L. Dixon, chairman; Michael B. Mgnavita, CPA, Vice Chairman; Ted Peters, Secretary; and Kelly Thorntno, Treasurer. “We are…
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Radnor’s Lizzie Shacklett Is Miss Pennsylvania Teen 2023
Lizzie Shacklett of Radnor can now add being crowned Miss Pennsylvania Teen to her long list of accomplishments, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. At just 15, Shacklett has placed seventh in the world for Irish Dance, founded a nonprofit, and wrote a children’s book. In January 2024, Shacklett will compete at the national…
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QVC Down to 1 Outlet in Pennsylvania: Chester County
There will only be one remaining QVC outlet left in the Keystone state, as the Lancaster location plans to shutter its doors in the near future. The outlet in The Shops at Rockvale will continue to operate under normal hours, according to ABC27. “Customers can continue to shop great values with our As-Is merchandise…
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Area Brewery Unveils 3rd Release in Rita’s Italian Ice-Inspired Beer Line
Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company has announced the launch of the next flavor in its Rita’s Fruit Brews series, Peach Ring Tart Peach Ale, on July 21. The third release in the series, joining Mango Blonde Ale and Lemon Ale, is inspired by the newest Rita’s Italian Ice flavor Peach Ring Ice. It will be available at all three Neshaminy…
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Riddle Hospital’s New 5-Story Pavilion Now Officially Open to Patients
Patients began receiving services and care at Riddle Hospital’s new five-story, 230,000 square-foot pavilion Monday, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. The pavilion is a key component of a $327 million campus modernization at the Media hospital. Main Line Health began work on the hospital in 2020. “We are thrilled to arrive at this…
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At 87, Springfield Woman Still Helps Out Ambulance Corps
Lee Brown, 87, has been volunteering at the Springfield Ambulance Corps for more than 43 years. On July 10, family and friends gathered to surprise her with Springfield Hero banners on Saxer Avenue of her and her late husband, Alexander Brown, writes Pete Banan for the Daily Times. She became a volunteer emergency medical technician…
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EQT Exeter in Radnor Closes Fund, Focuses on Acquiring Industrial Property
EQT Exeter in Radnor has closed a $4.9 billion fund so it can take advantage of current market conditions and invest in industrial properties across the nation, writes Ryan Sharrow for Philadelphia Business Journal. The fund had exceeded a target size of $4 billion. EQT Exeter said it “believes that current conditions for acquisitions are…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES employment opportunities focus on qualified candidates who want to make a difference and are looking to start or expand their behavioral health careers by working with children and adults challenged by behavioral health issues. Several CCRES openings are available. CCRES employment postings focus on those qualified to work in schools, homes, and the community. CCRES,…
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Chadds Ford Architecture Firm Will Rehab First Bank of the U.S. Into Museum
A Chadds Ford architectural firm will participate in the rehabilitation of the First Bank building in Philadelphia’s Old City, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. John Milner Architects focuses on historical preservation and design. The bank, which opened in 1795 to unite the economies of the 13 independent states, is registered as…
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Teacher/Mom a TikTok Hit for ‘Theater-Splaining’ Sports
A Horsham mother and high school teacher is reaching TikTok stardom. Katy Kahn, an 11th-grade English teacher at Mastery Charter, has reached over 4.5 million likes on her Horsham TikTok post for “theater-splaining” sports, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6 ABC. Unlike her husband, Len, she’s not a sports fanatic. But that does not keep…
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Brides During World War II Had to Get Creative with Wedding Wear
The Historical Society of Montgomery County is showcasing vintage wedding wear as part of its latest exhibition titled Historical Wedding Expo, writes M. English for The Times Herald. Among the items being exhibited is the wedding dress of the late Flora Giambrone Maggio, who, like many of the World War II wedding brides, had to adapt when it…
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Aston and Middletown Together Again, Thanks to Bridge Reopening
Aston and Middletown are linked once again with the reopening July 6 of the Mt. Alverno Road Bridge, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The bridge opening also re-establishes access to the Chester Creek Trail. Delaware County Councilmembers, representatives of Aston and Middletown, and PennDOT officials were on hand for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday. “Safe and…
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Wilson Sisters Eye West Point as They Keep Their Basketball Passion Alive
Brooke Wilson, a senior at Archbishop Carroll, is facing off-season basketball training for the first time this summer without her best friend, older sister Taylor Wilson, writes Isabella DiAmore for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Taylor, a 6-foot forward, is training at West Point, joining the military academy as a cadet while she continues her basketball career.…
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DELCO Careers-Dunwoody Village
Dunwoody Village job openings 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 openings are for career people who want a “decidedly different career,” people who share a commitment to excellence, and who want…
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Bonner-Prendie Grad Kevin McGonigle Drafted by Detroit Tigers
The anticipation is over. Bonner Prendergast’s Kevin McGonigle, a highly successful and motivated high school shortstop was drafted 37th overall in the Major Leagues by the Detroit Tigers Sunday, writes Matthew DeGeorge for the Daily Times. He was the 13th shortstop taken overall. The Aldan native batted .515 over 25 games this season for the…
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King of Prussia Mall Is the Best Mall in the United States, According to StudyFinds
A new study by StudyFinds names the King of Prussia Mall as the best shopping mall in the whole country, writes Joe Kelly for Cat Country 107.3 WPURFM. The King of Prussia Mall is a favorite shopping experience for both Pennsylvania and New Jersey residents. The experts at StudyFinds said that even though many of the country’s shopping malls are barely…
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New York Firm Throws David’s Bridal a Lifeline, Bid Awaits Approval
Conshohocken-based David’s Bridal has a potential buyer, just three months after it filed for bankruptcy protection, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. New York-based CION Investment Corp. submitted a bid to acquire a portion of David’s Bridal’s assets. The wedding retailer will seek the bid’s approval at a hearing on July 14.…







































