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Norwood’s St. Stephen’s Church Champions Child Nutrition with Blessing Bags Program
Norwood’s St. Stephen’s Church is making sure that Delaware County kids get fed. The Blessing Bags for Children Program includes snacks, drinks, and all three meals of the day, so kids reliant on subsidized lunches can get the food they need over the weekend, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6 ABC. The program started by…
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First Bank House of the Week: Stunning Stone-front Colonial in Wayne Nestled in Tranquil Setting
A stunning stone-front colonial in Wayne on 1.2 beautiful acres with five bedrooms and four full and two half bathrooms is available for sale. This gorgeous center-hall residence is perfectly nestled in a tranquil setting at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac that guarantees privacy. Among the many highlights is the spacious living room with…
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Harcum College Welcomes Regine Winifred as New Director of Campus Activities
Regine Winifred, Harcum College’s newly appointed Director of Campus Activities, stepped into her role on July 20, 2023. Regine completed her Bachelor of Arts in Visual and Digital Arts with a minor in Communications from American International College in 2021 and recently obtained her Master’s in Higher Education Student Affairs Administration from Rosemont College in…
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Here’s How Pennsylvania Small Businesses Have a Better Chance at Government Contracts
Since September, Pennsylvania small businesses have been granted the chance to compete for state government contracts, according to a staff report from TribLIVE. The executive order, signed by Josh Shapiro, increases the amount of money Pennsylvania spends on contracts with small diverse businesses. It builds on similar efforts by former Gov. Tom Wolf which more…
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Ridley Veteran Honors Late Son for His Heroism in Swarthmorewood Banner Display
In a heartfelt township gathering, local Ridley veteran Bill Brogan Sr. expressed profound gratitude to the commissioners for honoring his late son, Billy Brogan Jr., through the Hometown Hero Banner Program, writes Peg Degrassa for The Delco Times. The banner is prominently displayed at Parklane and Michigan Avenues in the Swarthmorewood in paying tribute…
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Gun Violence in Chester Reduces Dramatically, Officials Credit Partnership for Safe Neighborhoods Program
Gun violence in Chester reduced significantly, and officials are crediting the Partnership for Safe Neighborhoods Program, according to 6 ABC News. District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer said that gun violence dropped by 68 percent since the launch of the program three years ago. The partnership aims to address the root causes of this societal…
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Swing by Delaware County Wawas for a Grand Slam of Hoagie Deals During ‘Schwarberfest’
Delaware County Wawas and beyond will be participating in a spinoff of the convenience store chains’ popular Hoagiefest celebration, which offers deals on the Philly staple food, writes Franki Rudnesky for The Philly Voice. To fuel up for the playoffs, Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber is re-introducing a Wawa promotion, named after himself. Customers can…
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These Top Delaware County Schools are Among the Best in the Philadelphia Area
Several top Delaware County schools are among the highest ranked in the region, according to Niche’s 2024 Best Schools in the Philadelphia Area. Radnor Senior High School ranked no. 3 for best public high schools in the Philadelphia area. It was highly ranked for its 98 percent graduation rate and its student-to-teacher ratio of…
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Media’s Italian Restaurant Spasso Shines on List for Best Restaurants in Pennsylvania
Media’s Italian-comfort food restaurant Spasso earned its rightful place on Verified News Explorer Network’s Top Best Restaurants in Pennsylvania list. The Delco restaurant serves sophisticated dishes with a laid-back ambiance. The menu offers brunch, lunch, and dinner at decent prices. Patrons can start their meals with an array of antipasti, including mozzarella, baked…
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Lansdowne Arts Festival Brushes Up the Borough with 20 Years of Creative Celebrations
Khalil Payne found his calling by accident, and now he’s one of the over 90 artists who painted the town with their eclectic talents at the free Lansdowne Arts Festival on Sunday, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. Payne recalls when he first encountered the vibrant hues and delicate strokes of airbrushing, “I…
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Touchdown on Stage: ‘The Philly Fan’ Scores with Revamped Show at Rose Valley’s Iconic Hedgerow Theater
Rose Valley’s acclaimed Hedgerow Theater is introducing an updated production of “The Philly Fan”, which features the triumphs and heartbreaks of Philadelphia sports fanatics, according to NBC 10 Philadelphia. Bruce Graham, a seasoned performer, takes center stage in this one-man show. “The Philly Fan” is no stranger to the stage, having first been performed…
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‘Historic’ $40 Million Project to Modernize Concord & Thornbury’s George W. Hill Facility
The Philadelphia Building Trades Council has inked a Project Labor Agreement with the Delaware County Council, pledging $40 million towards extensive work at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility, located in Concord and Thornbury, writes Kathleen E. Carey for The Delco Times. The Philadelphia Building Trades Council, representing over 50,000 tradesmen, has committed to…
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Penn State Great Valley Accounting Graduate Earns Elijah Watt Sells Award for Performance on Certified Exam
Penn State Great Valley Accounting (Master of Professional) graduate Mike Donnelly was recently awarded the prestigious Elijah Watt Sells Award for his performance on the Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Examination. Each year, the American Institute of CPAs presents the award to CPA candidates who pass all four sections of the exam on their first attempt and have a…
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Curious About Delaware County Home Prices? These Towns Had the Fastest-Growing in 2023
The fastest-growing Delaware County home prices are prominent in five of its towns, which made the list of the top 50 fastest-growing home prices in Pennsylvania, according to Stacker. The rankings were based on data from the Zillow Home Values Index for 12 months ending in August of 2023. Media made no. 20 on…
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Following a Layoff, Penn State Great Valley Alum Helen Walker Credits Credly Badge for New Job
Penn State Great Valley’s professional development programs have made a world of difference to Helen Walker by helping provide a perfectly timed career boost. Walker began her Penn State journey with an undergraduate degree at Penn State Brandywine, where she was a Lion Ambassador, and graduated from the College of Health and Human Development in 2002. She then worked…
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Shapiro Readies Comprehensive Plan to Boost Pennsylvania’s Business Growth and Retention
Gov. Josh Shapiro announced earlier this week his administration is preparing to unveil Pennsylvania’s economic development plan focusing on attracting and retaining businesses by year’s end, writes Paul J. Gough for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Shapiro said the plan will guide Pennsylvania’s business attraction and growth efforts and help the commonwealth compete against neighboring states.…
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Penn State Great Valley Graduate Overcomes Traumatic Brain Injury to Earn MBA
August 29, 2019, changed everything for Jason Herman, a 2023 Penn State Great Valley graduate. He had been accepted into an Executive MBA program and received a promotion to global project manager at JP Morgan. He was working from home that day but drove to the office to attend a party being held for him.…
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Good Vibes and Linguistic Tides: America’s Favorite Positive Phrases
Language is constantly evolving, and the phenomenon of positive phrases, such as “good vibes” has gained traction. Preply conducted a survey to explore Americans‘ favorite positive phrases, and ones they find too cringey to use, writes Matt Zajechowski. A whopping 79 percent of respondents believed in the mood-enhancing power of positive phrases. While some may…
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