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Rates of New COVID-19 Cases Reported Thursday Down Slightly in County and State
The Chester County Health Department is reporting a total of 33,141 positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County as of Thursday, Jan. 21, an increase of 181 cases. One additional COVID-19 death was reported from Darby Borough, bringing a total of 1,072. Of total deaths reported, 716 were in long-term care facilities and personal care…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: French Manor Luxury Home in Haverford
This home at 957 Wootton Road is available for sale at realtor.com in Haverford. This luxury custom home was designed by McIntyre, Batchelor & Capron and was built with high quality craftsmanship. This French Manor home sits atop the crest of the cul-de-sac and offers over 9,000 square feet of living area. The flagstone walkway…
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Work for the County? You Might Want to Comparison Shop Your Salary, Study Shows
A third of Delaware County employees are paid below market averages with magisterial court employees earning the lowest comparable wage. Two-thirds are at or above market averages, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. In December 2019, McGrath Human Resources Group looked at the compensation given to county and court employees. The study was…
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COVID Positives Banned From Flying Into Philly Airport if Coming From Abroad
If you test positive for COVID-19 outside of the United States, don’t expect to fly to Philadelphia, writes Layla A. Jones for billypenn.com. Philadelphia International Airport spokesperson Florence Brown said you now must prove you are COVID-19 free before you board a plane for Philadelphia. PHL Airport is the second largest international hub for American…
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Mother Cabrini, of Cabrini University in Radnor, to be Featured in New Movie
Francesca Cabrini, the frail, but strong-willed Italian woman whose religious order, Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, founded Cabrini University in Radnor, is now the subject of a film, writes Eugene Zenyatta for philadelphiaweekly.com. Mother Cabrini had an impact on generations of U.S. immigrants, focusing on education and health care. “Cabrini” begins production…
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New Health Department Closer, County Breaks Ground Jan. 25 at Yeadon Site
Delaware County is expected to break ground Jan. 25 on a wellness center in Yeadon that will be a site for coronavirus vaccines and the home of its new health department in January 2022, writes Vinny Vella at The Philadelphia Inquirer. As an economic impact study on the new health department continues, a Public Health…
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10 COVID-19 Deaths Reported Wednesday With Total Delaware County Cases Up by 213
The Chester County Health Department is reporting a total of 32,960 positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County as of Wednesday, Jan. 20, an increase of 213 cases. There were 32,747 positive cases reported Tuesday. Ten additional COVID-19 deaths have been reported , for a new total of 1,071. Two deaths were reported from Middletown,…
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Local Customers Bank in Top Ten of Best Online Banks of 2021
Customers Bank was recently identified as one of the “Best Online Banks of 2021” by Bankrate, finishing among the top 6th position. Bankrate provides consumer and commercial audiences with unbiased analysis of rate information, industry news, and knowledge to make informed financial decisions then reviewed thousands of data points to determine the best banks in…
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Wall Street Journal: Fewer Commuters Prompts SEPTA to Offer New Ticket Types
With many riders still working remotely from home due to the ongoing pandemic, Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority has joined the growing number of transit agencies that are rethinking the regular monthly rail passes and coming up with new types of tickets for commuters, writes Paul Berger for The Wall Street Journal. In October, SEPTA introduced…
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Ryder Cup Champion Puts His Endorsement Behind CRA’s Leadership Institute in Radnor
For the first time in 30 years, a Radnor consulting firm has signed a sponsorship agreement, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. They’ve selected PGA Tour player Steve Stricker, CRA Inc., an executive advisory and consulting firm, signed a three-year agreement with Stricker. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Stricker, captain…
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Neumann University Tests Resident Students for Virus
Neumann University was able to quickly test 331 students for COVID-19 before they moved into residence halls Jan. 15 and 16 to start the spring sememster. Of the 331, two tested positive for COVID. The two were given a list of sites where they can get PCR tests and they were asked to quarantine at…
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President-Elect Joe Biden Nominates Dr. Rachel Levine for Assistant Health Secretary Post
Pennsylvania’s health secretary, Dr. Rachel Levine, has been nominated by President-elect Joe Biden to be his next assistant health secretary, writes Kennedy Rose for Philadelphia Business Journal. She would be the first openly transgender official to be confirmed by the United States Senate, if approved. Levine has taken on praise and criticism in her response…
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8 More COVID-related Deaths Reported Since Friday in Delaware County, Total Cases Now at 32,747
The Chester County Health Department is reporting a total of 32,747 positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County as of Tuesday, Jan. 19. This number is lower than the Pennsylvania Department of Health figure released yesterday, but is considered the more accurate number by local health officials. Local health department figures were unavailable through the…
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County Memorial Tuesday Night Remembers Residents Who Have Died From COVID-19
Delaware County joined a national memorial ceremony of remembrance Tuesday evening to honor all those who have lost their lives to COVID-19. As President-Elect Joe Biden led a luminary ceremony at the reflecting pool in Washington, D.C., Delaware County officials gathered at the courthouse in Media to light their own luminaries to the 1,062 residents…
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YAY! THEY’RE HERE: Girl Scout Cookies Make Their Way to the Area, Including the New Toast-Yay Cookie
Nearly 1,500 cases of Girl Scout cookies arrived at Camp Shelly Ridge in Montgomery County last week, according to NBC 10 Philadelphia. With the pandemic making the Girl Scouts’ cookie-selling mission a little tougher this year, it includes virtual cookie booths on social media and online ordering from a website that will go live on…
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Meet Villanova’s Brother-Sister Basketball Duo–First Ever on Campus
Villanova University’s got a brother-sister basketball duo this year out on the courts. The first ever, reports Jamie Apody for 6abc.com. Forward junior Cole Swider is joined by his new practice partner—sister Kylie. “Initially, I was like ‘no way can I go there. I can’t follow him,’” Kylie said. “And then every place I went,…
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Worship Summit Live Returns to Help Ready Places of Worship for Live-Streaming Services
After four successful educational sessions in 2020, Worship Summit Live will return for a fifth session to guide worship leaders and volunteers on the latest technical training for video production and live-streaming services. On Thurs., Feb. 11 from 11 AM-5 PM, Worship Summit Live 5 will host church production and technology experts who will demonstrate…
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Looking to Revitalize, Upper Darby Brings New Community Center to Stonehurst
A new community center is the first step toward a new development standard in Upper Darby that officials hope will attract regional investors, writes Kenny Cooper for whyy.org. Construction is expected to start next year in Stonehurst, with hope of revitalizing a traditionally underserved neighborhood. A $1 million grant from the state’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital…
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