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Discovering the Magic of Lancaster County: Your Ultimate Holiday Destination Guide
Every year, a sizable number of visitors venture to Lancaster County for countless holiday celebrations and activities. Theaters all over the county are offering several Christmas shows, including a performance of “First Noel” at the American Music Theatre. The original and heartwarming show, which features singers, dancers, and elaborate sets & costumes, runs through Dec.…
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Explore the Holiday Magic at Bird-in-Hand’s Artisan Village
The buildings belonging to Bird-in-Hand’s Artisan Village have quite a history. Dating back to the 1890s, the eclectic village has served many different purposes, its most recent being a hardware general store. After sitting empty for some time, the owner of Bird-in-Hand Corporation John Smucker wanted to bring life into that part of town and…
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Wall Street Journal: Perkasie ‘Pet Psychic’ Charges $550 to Talk to Your Fur Babies
Perkasie resident Nikki Vasconez is a former lawyer turned pet communicator who charges $550 for a session where she ‘talks’ to your pets for 90 minutes, writes Katherine Bindley for The Wall Street Journal. And her services are in high demand – she boasts a wait list of over 7,600 people. Vasconez started her animal…
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Pennsylvania Dutch Dessert Staple: The Rich History and Delicious Taste of Shoofly Pie
A Pennsylvania Dutch dessert staple marries the crust of a crumb cake with fluffy molasses, to make the iconic Shoofly pie, writes Jen Peng for Tasting Table. The pie’s origin is as rich as its fillings, believed to have been the offspring of the “centennial cake” which was created during the 100th anniversary of…
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Lancaster Sees Boom in Tourism, Eyes Future Events & Partnerships
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Lancaster has seen a boom in tourism, as visitors sought rural respite from crowded cities, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Tourism and hospitality groups are vying to push for more events at the helm of 2026, where Philadelphia will be the host of the…
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Langhorne’s Philly Pretzel Factory Makes Vegetarian-Friendly Turkey with a Twist
Langhorne-based Philly Pretzel Factory is flocking towards a vegetarian alternative to the traditional Thanksgiving turkey dinner. For 17 years, brothers and co-owners Brian and Shaun Kean brainstormed eclectic iterations of Philly’s favorite baked delight. Since 2006, the brothers bake soft pretzels resembling the shape of a cooked turkey every Thanksgiving season. It…
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Stephen Kandel, Bucks County-Raised TV Writer of ‘Star Trek’, ‘Hawaii Five-O’ Remembered
The Bucks County-raised masterful writer behind quintessential television shows such as ‘Star Trek’, ABC’s ‘Batman’, ‘Hawaii Five-O‘, and ‘Barnaby Jones,’ Stephen Kandel, has passed away from natural causes at 96 years old, writes Mike Barnes for The Hollywood Reporter. In addition to his lengthy resume of TV show-writing credits, Kandel had a stake in screenwriting,…
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Villanova University and Cabrini University Reach Final Agreement
Villanova University and Cabrini University, along with the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus—who founded Cabrini University—have reached a final agreement for Villanova to assume ownership of the Cabrini campus after the conclusion of the 2023-24 academic year. The final agreement, which states that Villanova will also maintain the Cabrini name for the…
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Halloween Cat Safety 101: Expert Advice from a University of Pennsylvania-Educated Veterinarian
A University of Pennsylvania-educated veterinarian has advice on how to keep your pet cat safe this Halloween, on ModernCat. Dressing your feline in a costume might be cute for Instagram, but most fur-babies find them irritating, writes Dr. Liz Bales. These sneaky creatures might try to slink and slide out of a costume but…
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Unlocking the Charm: Navigating the Lancaster County Bed and Breakfast Scene
In the late ‘80s and early ‘90s, there was an explosion of Lancaster County Bed and Breakfasts. Amid this uptick, a group of innkeepers decided to join forces in advertising and tourism reach, as well as skill sharing, recipe exchange, and help with repairs. This group is known today as the Lancaster County Bed &…
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Harcum College Honors Trustee and Alumni at Circle of Excellence Dinner
Harcum College celebrated the achievements of three esteemed individuals during the Circle of Excellence Dinner held on October 6. Over 100 guests attended the event hosted by President Jon Jay DeTemple and First Lady Margi DeTemple. The awards presented during the evening were the Circle of Excellence Distinguished Honoree award, Outstanding Alumna, and Outstanding Young…
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Longwood Gardens Purchases Property Belonging to Boutique Winery Galer Estate
Longwood Gardens has repurchased the property previously home to the highly esteemed boutique winery, vineyard, and Airbnb getaway, Galer Estate, which spans 7.4 acres, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Kennett Square property is adjacent to Longwood, which originally owned the property before selling it in 2002. The estate at…
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Paw-lease Pass the Steak: Urban Farmer Introduces Pup-Friendly Menu in Center City
Center City’s Urban Farmer is giving dog owners the chance to say “bone appetit” and take their furry friends to lunch with them, according to NBC 10 Philadelphia. The steakhouse, known for its fresh ingredients, gives both humans and their pups a true farm-to-table…or farm-to-dog bowl experience. “I love to soak up any dog…
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Wawa Wins License in Liquor Board Auction with $300,000 Bid in Chester
In a competitive bid that drew attention across the state, Wawa emerged victorious in the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board’s (PLCB) auction for an expired liquor license in Delaware County, writes Pete Bannan for The Delco Times. The license, originating from Chester, was one of 20 available in counties across the state, and Wawa secured…
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Delaware County Institute of Science Celebrates 190 Years of Scientific Wonder
The Delaware County Institute of Science (DCIS) is set to celebrate its 190th anniversary with a grand open house event on October 8th, from 11 AM to 5 PM, writes Peg Degrassa for the Delco Times. The institution, nestled in Veterans Square in Media, has been a cornerstone of knowledge and scientific exploration since…
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How a Summer Job at Rita’s Shaped the Future of Delco Business Leader Trish McFarland
Trish McFarland, the president of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce has learned a lot from her humble beginnings at Rita’s Water Ice, writes Ana Welsh for Main Line Tonight. In 1994, the Philadelphia dessert chain opened in Drexel Hill, and 15-year-old Trish walked into the establishment to find a job opportunity. Her assertiveness…
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Upcycled Soccer Ball at Chester’s Subaru Park Symbolizes Zero Landfill Status
The unveiled sculpture in Chester’s Subaru Park is emblematic of the stadium’s status as the first in Major League Soccer to be zero landfill. Through a partnership between Subaru and the Philadelphia Union, the stadium has diverted more than one million pounds of waste. The sculpture, appropriately in the shape of a giant…
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These Delaware County Area Women Earn Rightful Spots on Main Line Today’s Power Women List
A cadre of formidable Delaware County area women, each a powerhouse in their respective fields and communities, have rightfully earned spots on Main Line Today’s Power Women list. Dr. Rose Wadenya founded her own pediatric dentistry practice in Havertown, but her roots trace back to Kenya, where she was born and raised, writes Gina Lizzo…
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