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TLC: Spring Cleaning for the Mind–The Empowering Effects of Decluttering
A clear and open space makes room for a clear and open mind. According to Dr. Emma Gray, a clinical psychologist, “Clutter can cause anxiety, depression, and even physical pain. Decluttering can improve the functioning of our brains and help us feel more in control of our lives.” Especially today, where we’re flooded with requests…
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A Tony Nomination for Villanova Professor James iJames’ ‘Fat Ham’
The Pulitzer Prize-winning play ‘Fat Ham’ by Villanova University theater professor James iJames has now earned a Tony Award nomination, Writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc. iJames, who is also co-artistic director for the Wilma Theater, said he is “over the moon.” “It’s just really lovely, and whirlwind. It feels like it’s been very fast, but…
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Philadelphia Nonprofit Starts #Blackphillygradwishlist to Help Soon-to-be Black Doctors
To help Black medical student transition into residency and take some of the financial burdens off of them, the Medical Society of Eastern Pennsylvania has started #blackphillygradwishlist. “It’s a financially taxing career and when you’re going from med school to residency you have to think about moving costs, vaccination costs, fingerprinting,” said Demetrius Woodard, a…
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FOP and Delaware County back Chester Receiver Recovery Plan
The Pennsylvania Fraternal Order of Police and Delaware County have thrown their legal support behind state receiver Michael Doweary who is handling Chester’s financial problems, supporting his request that the city’s elected officials be stripped of their duties. Both filed amicus curiae briefs, known as “friend of the court”, with the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, siding…
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SCORE Members: “Here’s Why I Volunteer …”
Have you heard about SCORE? SCORE is the largest network of volunteer business experts, now with over 10,000 nationally and 100 members locally in Chester County and Delaware County. SCORE volunteers offer their time, insight, guidance, and skill to help small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals. SCORE members are professional…
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This Glen Mills Rose’ Wine Brings a Celebration of Spring
If you’re ready to toast the Spring, you can do it with a flavorful rose’ wine from Grace Winery in Glen Mills, writes Michele Gargiulo for Main Line Tonight. Some of the best rose’ wines come from Pennsylvania and the Grace Winery Rose’, pale pink in color, is no exception. Rose’ wine can be a…
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Metro Philadelphia Ranked One of World’s Top Beer Destinations for 2023
Beer, especially craft beer, continues to grow in popularity, and many people are starting to plan their vacations around finding the best destinations where they can fully enjoy a good pint, writes Olivia White for the Vine Pair. Thanks to its continuously expanding brewing scene, this year Philadelphia has found its place on the list…
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Swarthmore College apologizes for digging up a Native American Burial Ground
Back in 1899, Swarthmore College natural history professor Spencer Trotter and student Bird T. Baldwin dug up a Lenape burial site in Chester County and set up an exhibit of human remains and artifacts on the college campus in Swarthmore. The exhibit content, including the remains, was later lost. Now, 124 years later, Swarthmore College…
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An Ambitious Mission Looks to Reimagine the Elwyn Campus
Elwyn in Middletown has started a 10-year, $100 million revitalization of its campus that will restructure the services it offers and the footprint of the 171-year-old institution, writes Alex Rose for the Daily Times. “We think that by growing, by improving our systems, by investing in the organization, we’ll be able to bring more resources…
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Darby Native Leaves Parts of Himself Around Philadelphia
Darby artist Irregular, born Sean Hassett, is a bit of a recluse, but he’s getting noticed in Philadelphia for his calling card graffiti tag “Irregular” or “Irregular Sean”, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I have no backing and there’s no system that I’m part of that’s helping generate what I’m putting out,” Irregular…
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DELCO Careers–CCRES
CCRES is looking for professionals to work with children and adults challenged by behavioral health issues. Several key positions are available. Make a difference in the life of a child or adult with behavioral health challenges. CCRES is hiring qualified staff to work in schools, homes, and the community. CCRES, Downingtown, specializes in providing over…
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Strath Haven’s Allie Wilson Works as a Pro but has Olympic Dreams
Allie Wilson, a graduate of Strath Haven High School from Wallingford, is ranked 12th in the world in the 800 meters, setting her career-best time of 1:58:09 last summer in Switzerland. But in 2019, the five-time All-Delco honoree wasn’t sure if she even wanted to take the track in the 800-meter run at the NCCA…
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Diversity Walk Dedication Looks at West Chester University Effort to Unite Us
Against the backdrop of a nation tearing itself apart with racial, political, and economic divides, a diverse committee of 52 has formed out of a community dialogue initiated by former state Sen. Andrew Dinniman. The Senator, who provided inclusive teaching for more than 30 years as a West Chester University professor, was honored at a…
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American Airlines Pilots Authorize Strike as Contract Talk Continue
There were American Airlines pilots protesting at Philadelphia International Airport and other airports Monday after the pilots voted to authorize a strike, reports 6abc. Philadelphia International Airport is a hub for American Airlines. There’s not much chance the authorization will generate an immediate walkout by the pilots, however. Federal law prohibits airline unions from striking…
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Radnor High Grad Doug Baldasare Expands on Phone Charger Invention
Back in 2011, before the pandemic hit, Doug Baldasare, a Radnor High School graduate and Villanova native, came up with a way to charge people’s phones and keep them in stores longer, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. He came up with ChargeItSpot. “We would build, deploy and manage — free and secure…
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Titanic Survivor was Namesake of Widener College (Now University)
The sinking of the RMS Titanic 111 years ago on April 15, 1912, left its mark on the ultra-wealthy Widener family here in Philadelphia that still resonates today, writes Avi Wolfman-Arent for Billy Penn. Among the 1,500-plus Titanic dead were George Widener and his son Harry. His wife, Eleanor Elkins Widener, survived. George and Eleanor…
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Italian Cuisine From Luca’s Cucina Comes to Morton
Authentic Italian cooking arrives in the neighborhoods of Morton Borough today when a new Italian restaurant, Luca’s Cucina, opens for takeout and catering at 29 S. Morton Ave., writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. The family business restaurant is owned by Luca and Stefania Capoti of Ridley Park. Its menu features dishes like Ravioli…
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Southwest Philadelphia ‘CEO Big Duke’ Creates Opportunity, Gives Back to His Community
Saul Landers, better known as “CEO Big Duke”, creates opportunities in his native Philadelphia to give back to the community that raised him, reports Mike Jerrick for FOX 29 Philadelphia. He buys properties in Southwest Philadelphia to build up the area. He also often hosts community events that provide various resources to those in need.…
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