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Valley Forge Military Academy Closes Suddenly This Week for All But Seniors
Valley Forge Military Academy in Wayne will close Nov. 21, six months early for all underclassmen except seniors, writes Briana Smith for 6abc. The school was to stay open into the spring for the 2025-2026 academic season before closing for good. That is no longer possible, school officials said, citing “ongoing staff turnover and higher-than-expected…
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Delco Chamber’s Trish McFarland Lists a Few of Her Favorite Things
Trish McFarland, the president of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, was recently asked about some of her favorite things around Delaware County. Here are five worth checking out, writes the staff of Main Line Today. 1. D3LCO EFFECT CANDLES. This is McFarland’s shop for go-to gifts, with a selection of hand-poured, locally-made candles, beautifully…
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Widener Partners on Winter Salting Water Pollution Study
Winter in Pennsylvania is quickly approaching, bringing cold weather and icy roads that require plowing and salting. At Widener University, the impending winter has created a learning opportunity. Area scientists are looking at the effect winter road treatments have on local waterways through a project called the “Fall Salt Snapshot.” Widener is partnering on the…
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Crozer Closings Prompt Emergency Service Tax in Swarthmore
Swarthmore Borough now has an emergency service tax to cover rising EMS costs after the closure of Crozer Health, writes Henry Savage and Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The tax was implemented on Nov. 10 by the Swarthmore Borough Council as the borough faces budget shortfalls and rising service costs. The tax will impose…
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Recommendations Made to Reduce Delaware County 2026 Spending
Consolidate contracts. Reform benefits for county employees. Decommission unused phone and fax lines and phase out old technology. Those are some of the ways Delaware County can reduce spending next year, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. A Cost Containment Subcommittee of the Delaware County Budget Task Force, which included 60 members of the public, has…
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Villanova Sophomore Running Back Ja’briel Mace Made History Nov. 8
Villanova University sophomore running back Ja’briel Mace had his moments Nov. 8 against Towson University when he rushed for 291 yards on 28 carries and four touchdowns. It was the best game of his college career. More than that, it was one for the Villanova history books. He broke Villanova legend Brian Westbrook’s record for…
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Time to Talk Turkey in Delaware County as Thanksgiving Approaches
If you’re looking to up your game this year at the Thanksgiving feast with a fresh turkey, there are two Delaware County locations that have what you need, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Martindale’s Natural Market at 1172 Baltimore Pike in Springfield is accepting pre-orders for fresh turkeys through Nov. 24, with the…
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A Mermaid Holiday Market Comes to Newtown Square on Sunday
The first annual Mermaid Holiday Market comes to Newtown Square on Sunday, Nov. 16, bringing the best of Jersey Shore and local retailers together for a unique holiday shopping experience, reports AroundMainLine. The free event, 11 AM to 3 PM, at the Newtown Business Center 4, 4695 West Chester Pike, comes from Kristin Manchin, a…
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Penn State Brandywine, Widener and DCCC Leaders Hold Joint Meeting
Penn State Brandywine held a joint leadership meeting with Widener University and Delaware County Community College on Oct. 31, reaffirming their shared commitment to collaboration, student success and strengthening higher education partnerships across Delaware County. The meeting focused on the higher education landscape in the region and ways the institutions can collaborate in the future,…
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Delaware Countians Step Up in a Big Way to Help in Food Emergency
There was a huge outpouring of generosity among Delaware County residents when more than 600 cars lined up Saturday to donate food to local food shelters, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. Delaware County held a community food drive at the Don Guanella property in response to SNAP benefits being halted. Meanwhile,…
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French General Who Fought in Battle of Brandywine Played Key Role in American Independence
A French figure is being lauded as a foreign fighter that contributed to the success of the Revolutionary War. Marquis de Lafayette has a family legacy of fighting against the Brits, writes Claire Barrett for the website History Net. At only 19 years old, Lafayette was wounded during the Battle of Brandywine in 1777.…
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East Lansdowne Fire Company Set to Close Down by End of Year
East Lansdowne Fire Company has announced it plans to close by the end of the year, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. The company has had a difficult time maintaining sufficient staffing of volunteers, particularly during daytime hours. East Lansdowne Fire Company posted a letter on social media Friday that said the borough has…
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Delaware County Executive Director Asks for 19 Percent Tax Boost in 2026
Delaware County’s executive director, Barbara O’Malley, has asked Delaware County Council to raise Delaware County taxes by 19 percent in 2026, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. If approved, the increase would take effect in January and would follow a 23 percent rise that took place in 2025. O’Malley presented a $340 million draft…
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Opponents of Proposed LNG Plant in Chester Testify at State Hearing
Chester Mayor Stefan Roots said his city has “moved on” from a proposed gas export terminal in or near Chester. “This dangerous facility does not belong in a densely populated urban area like Chester,” he said during a Wednesday hearing at Chester City Hall before the Pennsylvania House Environmental & Natural Resource Protection Committee. “Protect…
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British Loyalists Played a Role at Battle of Brandywine in Chadds Ford
The Battle of Brandywine, which took place in 1777 in Chadds Ford, was the largest, longest, and loudest land battle in the Revolutionary War, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. “The firing was so intense that Congress, all the way in Philadelphia, could actually hear the cannon fire,” said Randell Spackman, president of the Chadds Ford…
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Keep Music Alive in Brookhaven Named 2025 Nonprofit of the Year
The husband and wife team of Vincent James and Joann Pierdomenico are working hard to instill the love and benefits of music in children and adults. They run the nonprofit Keep Music Alive out of Brookhaven. Their mission promotes music in children’s education, in therapy, and for our overall happiness. Their efforts have earned them…
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Book Distributor’s Closing Impacts Delaware County Libraries
Baker & Taylor, one of the largest library book distributors in the country, will close by year’s end, affecting Delaware County libraries, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The nearly 200-year-old company began shutting down in early October and has already laid off 500 employees. B&T had been subject to several recent acquisitions, then…
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First Bank House of the Week: A Lovely Traditional in Wayne
A lovely traditional home at 484 King of Prussia Road on 1.68 attractive acres with six bedrooms and six full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Wayne. This exquisite residence showcases thoughtful craftsmanship, with elegant details including rich oak hardwood floors and refined finishes, creating warmth throughout. Among the many highlights on…
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