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Local CEOs Give Calm Advice, Input to Jittery Customers, Staff
CEOs in the Philadelphia region addressed jittery customers as they weighed in on inflation and federal policy changes at a Friday event organized by the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry and the Chester County Economic Development Council, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. “What we’re telling our clients, along with making sure…
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Villanova Fires Kyle Neptune After 3-Year NCAA Desert for Wildcats
Villanova Wildcats basketball coach Kyle Neptune was fired by the university Saturday after the Villanova team lost a Big East Conference Tournament quarterfinal, writes Dan Gelston for the Associated Press, as reported at WHYY. Neptune succeeded Hall of Fame coach Jay Wright, who took the team to two national championships. Under Neptune’s three-year watch, the…
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Haverford Home’s Georgian Style Classy, But Interior Needs Work
A stately façade on a 1937 Georgian-style brick home in Haverford appealed to the home’s new owners but not so much a dated interior and off-center front entry, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for Main Line Today. “Our sense of style is classic with a twist,” the owner said. “We love clean, simple lines, but we…
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Offers a Full Schedule of Late March Events
Join the Women’s Connection and Ana Welsh over a fireside chat discussing Lessons on Leadership during an intimate, entertaining and honest conversation March 20 on how women can strategize their success through effective authenticity. Enjoy lunch at the Terrain Gardens at Devon Yard while networking with like-minded individuals. The event runs 11:30 AM to 1:30…
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Chester’s Battle for Environmental Justice Is Continuing
Chester’s mayor, Stefan Roots, has a wonderful vision—a beautiful waterfront for his city. “Chester is Delaware County’s waterfront. We want to enjoy the waterfront like other communities enjoy their waterfront. It can be the economic engine that drives Chester to the future,” he said. One problem. There are too many pollution-emitting industries in Chester, writes…
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From Nurse to Riddle President, Shelly Buck Brings Joy to Work
Women dominate the healthcare field but are underrepresented in leadership roles. One woman who has broken that glass ceiling is Shelly Buck, president of Riddle Hospital in Media, reports Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia. Buck was named president right before the COVID-19 pandemic shut everything down. She managed the COVID response while also overseeing…
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Delaware County Wineries Beckon With the Promise of Spring
Spring is nearly upon us and even if the weather hasn’t found us yet, it’s a good time to add Delaware County wineries to your day trip plans, writes Michele Edington for Main Line Tonight. Here in Delaware County, there are two you can explore. The estate for Penns Woods Winery in Chadds Ford offers…
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Wawa Hosts Roanoke Community Event as It Expands in Virginia
Wawa is introducing itself to the Roanoke community April 1 with a Community Partnership Event as it launches its first wave of a Wawa “Westward Virginia Expansion,” reports 10 News. Wawa will provide updates on stores opening in the region along with general timeframes for construction, investments in the local communities and market projections. Wawa…
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Dunwoody Village Hosts Newtown Green Business Conference
Dunwoody Village was honored to host the Newtown Township Environmental Advisory Council’s Green Business Coalition Mini-Conference on Friday, March 7. This impactful event brought together approximately 60 business leaders and representatives from local, county, and state government, including State Rep. Lisa Borowski (PA-168) and Newtown Township Supervisors Leonard Altieri and Tina Roberts-Lightcap. The conference featured…
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Crozer Health Agreement Reached, Hospital Crisis Averted for Now
Six hours of negotiation Sunday has brokered an agreement to keep Crozer Health hospitals in Delaware County running for now, as a permanent restructuring of the health system is worked out, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. No details were released. The announcement came from Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday and The Foundation…
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State Official Hopes to Expand Successful Chester Prison Program
The Little Scandinavia program at the SCI Chester Correctional Facility in Chester has been so successful, one state representative would like to expand it to other parts of Pennsylvania, writes Christina Lengyel for The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Little Scandinavia adopts a prison model used in Sweden and Norway that reduces the difference between prison life and…
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Chester’s Bankruptcy Receiver Michael Doweary Resigns
The man who has been in charge of fixing Chester’s financial difficulties for five years and who ultimately declared Chester bankrupt is resigning as state receiver for the city. Michael Doweary announced Thursday he was resigning to take a position as chief financial officer at his alma mater, York College, writes Anthony Wood for The…
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Haverford School District Welcomes New Superintendent Dr. Matthew C. Hayes
The Haverford School District has a new superintendent, Dr. Matthew C Hayes. Dr. Hayes was appointed Superintendent of Schools by the Haverford Township Board of School Directors at its March 12 meeting. “Dr. Hayes brings an exceptional blend of strategic leadership, student-centered innovation, and a deep commitment to educational excellence,” said Board President Dr. Latanya…
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First Bank House of the Week: Stunning Luxury Home in Thornbury
A stunning luxury home at 9 Old Barn Drive, located on an attractive 0.45-acre lot with six bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, is available for sale in Thornbury Township. This exquisite residence seamlessly blends elegance with modern convenience. It features many gorgeous details throughout, including crown molding and gleaming hardwood floors. Highlights include…
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Radiant Heart in Broomall Brings Mind and Body to Its Yoga
Radiant Heart Yoga & Wellness Center in Broomall brings more than just a fitness routine with its four different kinds of yoga, reports Sheila Watko for NBC 10 Philadelphia. Founder and owner Janira Ramirez Mello runs a yoga studio with an emphasis on whole mind and body wellness, reflected in the 13 different yoga classes…
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Freedom Village: The Difference Between Personal Care and Assisted Living
There’s a subtle difference between personal care and assisted living for seniors here in Pennsylvania. That can lead to confusion among older adults trying to choose the right type of care for their situation. Personal care homes and assisted living residences are both residential options that provide meals, supervision and assistance with activities of daily…
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4 Bucks County Towns on List of Most Expensive Pennsylvania Homes
Bucks County is home to four towns that rank among the most expensive places for homes in Pennsylvania, according to a new report by Stacker. To compile the list, Stacker used data from Zillow. Places are ranked based on the Zillow Home Values Index for all homes as of January 2025. New Hope is highest…
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2SP Brewing Company in Aston Featuring Museum Art on a Can
Has 2SP Brewing Company’s new Public Domain beers feature artwork in Philadelphia that are also in the public domain, and therefore free to use. The first Public Domain beer, “Letters from Aston IPA” features Vincent van Gogh’s “The Postman” on a can. The original, dating back to 1889, is at the Barnes Foundation. The other…
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