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Class of 2024 Graduate Alana Tinsley Solidified Career Choice through Transfer To Holy Family University
In the Holy Family University Stevenson Lane dorm room of Alana Tinsley, there is decorative ivy adorning the walls and ceiling. Amazon ivy that she purchased and positioned, but ivy nonetheless. It is the only greenery you will see around the senior Criminal Justice Major because there is certainly no grass growing under her feet.…
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Eastern University Launches Fully Online PhD in Professional Practice
Eastern University is now offering a PhD in Professional Practice, designed to provide experienced professionals from diverse career paths an opportunity to carefully examine and thoughtfully assess the outcomes and professional contributions of their careers. The degree program is 100 percent online and can be completed in three to five years at the affordable cost of…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Replaces Over 9,400 Feet of Aging Water Mains in Radnor, Haverford, and Upper Darby Townships
Aqua Pennsylvania is replacing 9,435 feet of aging water mains in Radnor, Haverford, and Upper Darby Townships. The company is upgrading these aging water mains with ductile iron water mains, which are more durable and comprised of nearly 90 percent recycled materials. This investment is part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement program to replace decades-old…
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The Secret Weapon of High-Net-Worth Individuals Is Their Network
We already know that in real estate it is location, location, location. When it comes to getting exposed to alternative wealth strategies, being exposed to people who are investing in these deals, can help. Networking with rich individuals facilitates both wealth accumulation and access to exclusive investment opportunities, benefiting both parties involved. A prime example…
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Eastern University Launches ‘A Time to Rise’ Campaign As It Enters a New Era of Transformative Growth
As Eastern University enters its 100th year, the community is excited to launch A Time to Rise, a $30M comprehensive fundraising initiative that will serve as a consequential piece of the overall five-year strategic plan that was put into place in 2022. “It has definitely been ‘A Time to Rise‘ at Eastern University,” said President Ronald Matthews. “Witnessing the growth…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Replaces 8,650 Feet of Aging Water Mains in Delaware County
Aqua Pennsylvania is replacing 8,650 feet of aging water mains across Delaware County. The company is upgrading aging water mains with ductile iron water mains, which are more durable and comprised of nearly 90 percent recycled materials. This investment is part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement program to replace decades-old water and wastewater infrastructure around…
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C&N Welcomes Joe Bifolco as SVP, Senior Commercial Lending Relationship Manager
Joe Bifolco has joined the Commercial Lending team at C&N as SVP-Senior Commercial Lending Relationship Manager based in Chesterbrook. In his role, Bifolco will focus on building relationships with local businesses throughout Chester County and the surrounding area. Having spent 27 years in the banking industry, Bifolco has held a variety of positions ranging from…
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Chris McDermott Joins Meridian Bank as SVP, Commercial Lending
Meridian Bank has appointed Christopher E. McDermott to the position of Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending. McDermott will join other members of the Meridian Commercial Lending Team in serving business customers in Bucks and Montgomery Counties. McDermott began his long banking career right out of high school. He started as a Clerk at Girard Bank…
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Horsham Native, Founder of Philadelphia Blind Hockey Is Finalist for NHL Hero Award
Kelsey McGuire, a Horsham native and the Founder of Philadelphia Blind Hockey, is one of the three finalists from the United States for the NHL’s Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award, writes Jackie Spiegel for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Another three finalists were chosen from Canada. The award is presented to individuals who have positively impacted their…
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Pennsylvania Theatre Institute: Summer Theatre Camp at West Chester University Is Back for 7th Year
Since 2018, West Chester University has welcomed Philadelphia-area students to campus to explore all things theatre-related in a fun and supportive environment. The Pennsylvania Theatre Institute, whose “Young Company” camps serve up two two-week sessions each summer for students ages 8-14, has become one of WCU’s finest fixtures. The Pennsylvania Theatre Institute has educated and…
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Shapiro Admin Offers $500K Grants for PA Farm Bill To Boost Ag Ed, Healthy School Foods
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding revealed that Pennsylvania’s Farm-to-School Grant program is offering schools and childhood centers to apply for up to $15,000 for eligible projects. This program, funded by Governor Josh Shapiro’s budget, supports healthy eating habits and future careers in agriculture. To date, more than $2.6 million has been awarded to 237 projects across 50 counties.…
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Meridian Bank Named a Top 10 Lender by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency
On Apr. 3, 2024, Meridian Bank was named a Top 10 Lender by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) for the year 2023. Meridian Bank has been a lending partner with PHFA for 13 years, and out of the 103 PHFA lending partners in 2023, Meridian once again was a top participating lender. Meridian has finished…
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Immaculata University Awarded Grant To Support Parenting Students
Immaculata University is one of 12 colleges and universities to be awarded a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education for the 2024 Parent Pathways Grant Program, which funds scholarships and programming for students with children. Immaculata is receiving $95,268 of the $1.7 million grant. According to the grant, Immaculata can use the funds to directly…
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West Chester University Professor Honored with Legislative Citations for Lifetime of Animal Protection and Advocacy
On Monday, Apr. 29, West Chester University Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Cassandra Reyes received Legislative Citations from both the PA State House and PA State Senate for her work in animal protection and advocacy. Reyes was recognized for creating the first known criminal justice college course on animal cruelty in the country, a course…
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FirstBank Charitable Foundation Hosts Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit Today, May 9
Today, May 9, the FirstBank Charitable Foundation is hosting its pioneering event in philanthropy, the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit. The Summit is at the Chester County History Center (225 N. High St., West Chester). The Foundation invites all donors, philanthropists, corporate givers, and nonprofits to drop in from 8:00 AM-5:30 PM to learn how to make the most of…
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C&N Promotes Michael Kilgour to SVP-Senior Commercial Lending Relationship Manager
C&N has promoted Michael (Mike) Kilgour to Senior Vice President – Senior Commercial Lending Relationship Manager for the Lancaster and York areas in recognition of his exceptional performance over the almost five years he has been with C&N. Kilgour joined C&N in 2019 as Vice President of Commercial Lending Relationship Management, bringing a wealth of…
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Community Turns Out for Holy Family University’s 2nd Annual Collegiate Recovery Event and Resource Fair
Hundreds of community members turned out for a day of discussions and resources centered on substance use disorder at Holy Family University’s 2nd Annual Collegiate Recovery event on May 4 on the University’s Philadelphia campus. “We know that substance use disorder and mental health challenges affect families and communities nationwide,” said University President Anne Prisco…
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WCU To Graduate More than 3,000 at Spring Commencement Ceremonies
West Chester University has organized three days of commencement ceremonies to accommodate more than 3,000 spring graduates and their guests. Combined with the number of graduates from the University’s fall commencement last December, WCU has graduated a total of 4,365 students (both undergraduate and graduate) for the academic year 2023-2024 — 3,315 undergraduates and 1,050…
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