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Philly Metro Is Safe from Rare Cicada Co-emergence
While several states are currently bracing for a potential cicada invasion in the following few months, the Philadelphia area is in the clear for now, writes Mike D’Onofrio for Axios. This spring, two specific broods of droning cicadas will emerge simultaneously from the ground. This has not happened in over two centuries, or since Thomas…
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Quitting with Class: 15 Tips for Moving On After a Pay Raise
In a tale of career growth tinged with personal conflict, Sabina faced a poignant workplace dilemma. After expressing concerns about being underpaid in her current position, Sabina was pleasantly surprised when her current boss, whom she greatly respected and adored, secured a 20% pay raise for her. This gesture underscored the manager’s appreciation and effort…
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Longwood Gardens’ Peter Zale Earns Top Honors in Orchid Conservation from American Orchid Society
Peter Zale, Associate Director of Conservation Horticulture and Plant Breeding at Longwood Gardens, has been honored with the prestigious Philip E. Keenan Award by the American Orchid Society. This accolade recognizes his outstanding contributions to orchid conservation, underscoring a career dedicated to preserving these enchanting plants. The Philip E. Keenan Award, named after a luminary…
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Balancing Access and Atmosphere: Longwood Gardens Announces New Photography Policy and Fees
Longwood Gardens, one of the premier horticultural display gardens in the United States and one of the top ten tourist attractions in the Delaware Valley, has always been a favorite spot for photographers, capturing the vibrant beauty and serene landscapes. However, with increasing popularity, Longwood has updated its photography policy to ensure a pleasant experience…
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Gen X Leads the Surge in Philadelphia Metro’s Millionaire Homeowners, Outpacing Boomers
The number of millionaire homeowners in the Philadelphia metro area is on the rise, with households that earn $1 million and more now being one of the fastest-growing income groups, according to a recently released study from Point2, an international real estate search website that covers industry trends and news. Nationwide, the number of households…
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Luxury Home Prices Continue to Rise Nationwide, but Not Here in the Philly Metro
The prices of luxury homes in the United States are higher than they have ever been, with the median-priced home selling for a record $1,225,000 in the first quarter, which is an increase of 8.7 percent from a year earlier, according to a recently released report from Redfin. Luxury home prices are growing primarily because…
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Pennsylvania Court Rules Perrier Is Not French Mineral Water but Soda, Making It Taxable
A Pennsylvania court ruled that Perrier, which has been marketed as French mineral water in the United States for over a century, is instead a soda and as such can be taxed, writes Shannon Thaler for the New York Post. The popular drink’s classification first came under fire in 2019, when Jennifer Montgomery purchased a…
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Women in Pennsylvania Are Giving Birth Later
The number of Pennsylvania women who are deciding to have babies in their 30s and 40s has increased significantly compared to 25 years ago, according to provisional CDC data, write Carly Mallenbaum and Mike D’Onofrio for Axios. This has moved age 35 from the start of “geriatric pregnancy” to possibly a maternal-age sweet spot. Today,…
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Collegeville’s Italian Bakery Pizzeria Goes Viral After Displaying Wholesome Autism Awareness Messages
The Italian Bakery Pizzeria Napoletana in Collegeville has gone viral after it shared heart-warming autism awareness messages on its billboard, according to a staff report from Local 21 News. Thousands online are praising the owners, Steve and Patrizia Carcarey, for the wholesome messages many could see as they were driving by the billboard. “Autism is…
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Delaware County Leadership: Steve Rickel, CEO, MyOfficeOps
Steve Rickel, CEO of MyOfficeOps, spoke to DELCO Today about growing up in a small farm town in Indiana. He was the only boy in his family, among three sisters and four female cousins. He recalled working part-time on his grandfather’s farm, where he learned repair skills he still uses today. Rickel discussed the influential…
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Six Montgomery County Residents Make Forbes List of Richest People in World
Six Montgomery County residents have found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires List, published by Forbes. Jeff Yass Bala Cynwyd billionaire and cofounder of Susquehanna International Group, Jeff Yass ranked highest at No. 64. Yass, whose net worth is $27.6 billion, dropped down on the list from last year’s No. 28 ranking. Michael Rubin…
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Eagles All-Star Center Jason Kelce Expanding Haverford Estate With New Purchase
Philadelphia Eagles powerhouse Jason Kelce has acquired another piece of land that adjoins his existing Haverford property and is planning to build a giant mansion there, writes Mary K. Jacob for the New York Post. The 36-year-old six-time Pro Bowl center originally bought and settled in a modest but elegant home in the area in…
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New Map Showcases Philadelphia Region’s Rich Computer History
The Compuseum, a nonprofit focused on computer history and education, is working on a map that will showcase the Philadelphia region’s impressively rich computer history, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. Philadelphia’s importance in the history of electronic computing cannot be overstated. The ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer) was developed in 1946 at the University…
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Six Montgomery County Residents Make Forbes List of Richest People in World
Six Montgomery County residents have found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires List, published by Forbes. Jeff Yass Bala Cynwyd billionaire and cofounder of Susquehanna International Group Jeff Yass ranked highest at No. 64. Yass, whose net worth is $27.6 billion, dropped down on the list from last year’s No. 28 ranking. Michael Rubin…
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How To Create an Attrition Proof Culture
Drive performance. Foster growth. Meet performance expectations. The days of a command-and-control managerial style is long gone and new ways of working with an attrition-proof culture have been ushered in. Hybrid work is becoming normalized and as the younger generation enters the workforce, they are demanding new types of leadership and workplaces that pay attention…
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Delaware County Leadership: Ronald Matthews, President, Eastern University
Ronald Matthews, President of Eastern University, spoke to DELCO Today about growing up in Philadelphia, where his parents encouraged his passion for music from a young age. He started playing piano at age 4 and got his first job playing organ at a local church at 14. In addition to practicing his various musical instruments,…






































