• Tuesdays with Michael: Are You Working on It or Doing the Work?

    Tuesdays with Michael: Are You Working on It or Doing the Work?

    In recent weeks, we’ve explored the topics of leadership, habits, self-management, and thinking. In February, Peter Demarest, one of my mentors, and I are co-leading a groundbreaking event called The Self-Leadership Breakthrough Workshop. Peter is a world-class pioneer in the field of neuro-axiology (brain science + value science), and I’ve asked him to write a…

  • Valley Forge Military College Offers Rare Path to Becoming an Army Officer in Just Two Years

    Valley Forge Military College Offers Rare Path to Becoming an Army Officer in Just Two Years

    Having been designated by the Governor and Legislature as the Military College of Pennsylvania, Valley Forge Military College in Wayne boasts a number of differentiators that distinguish it from other schools. One is its Army ROTC Early Commissioning Program (ECP). The college offers ECP cadets the rare and prestigious opportunity to become a second lieutenant…

  • Malvern Bank Donates Monthly ATM Fees to Local Nonprofits

    Malvern Bank Donates Monthly ATM Fees to Local Nonprofits

    Malvern Bank, National Association has begun donating revenue from monthly ATM fees to local nonprofits on a quarterly basis. Based upon last year’s fourth-quarter ATM revenues, the bank made its first donations totaling $1,220 to the following nonprofits: The Timothy School in Berwyn received $579 from the Berwyn branch office’s ATM receipts. Royer-Greaves School for…

  • Malvern Bank House of the Week: Meticulously Maintained Tudor in Wayne

    Malvern Bank House of the Week: Meticulously Maintained Tudor in Wayne

    A meticulously maintained Tudor set on a 1.18-acre lot with four bedrooms and three full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Wayne. Entry is through a central hall that leads to a spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace and access to a covered side porch on the left. On the right is…

  • Football Hall of Famer, Who Spent a Year at Valley Forge Military College, Dies at 58

    Football Hall of Famer, Who Spent a Year at Valley Forge Military College, Dies at 58

    Pro Football Hall of Famer Chris Doleman, who spent a postgrad year at Valley Forge Military College, has died at 58 after a prolonged battle with a brain tumor, according to a report from 6ABC. Doleman, who graduated from William Penn High School in York, was one of the most feared pass rushers during his…

  • Local Expert in Positive Psychology to Connect Character Strengths, Well-Being in Lecture at Harcum

    Local Expert in Positive Psychology to Connect Character Strengths, Well-Being in Lecture at Harcum

    The awareness and application of personal character strengths valued across time and around the world can dramatically increase one’s well-being, sense of purpose, and overall happiness in work and personal life. That’s according to Positive Psychologist and Psychology Today blogger Elizabeth Elizardi, who will present an informative lecture at Harcum College on Thursday, Feb. 20…

  • Valley Forge Military Academy Grad Challenges Cadets to Achieve Honor in Everything They Do

    Valley Forge Military Academy Grad Challenges Cadets to Achieve Honor in Everything They Do

    As the inaugural speaker of the 2019-2020 academic year, Valley Forge Military Academy graduate Emmanuel Ahoua challenged the 92nd Corps of Cadets to understand and achieve honor in everything they do, writes Mary Brown for Main Line Media News. Ahoua, who is now a member of the Class of 2021 at the U.S. Military Academy,…

  • DELCO Today Writer Shares His Remembrances of the Late Kobe Bryant

    DELCO Today Writer Shares His Remembrances of the Late Kobe Bryant

    The news broke on Sunday afternoon, and after a couple of sleepless nights, it still doesn’t seem real to me. NBA icon Kobe Bryant — the pride of not just Lower Merion High School and the Los Angeles Lakers, but of the global basketball community — and his 13-year-old daughter were among nine people killed…

  • Tuesdays with Michael: The Greatest Challenge Is Going from Doer to Leader

    Tuesdays with Michael: The Greatest Challenge Is Going from Doer to Leader

    By Michael Gidlewski The greatest challenge is going from doer to leader. The greatest challenge I see every day in the marketplace is individuals being promoted to a management or leadership position because of their great ability to get the job done. They are the best doer (i.e., technician, salesperson, or worker bee). They are…

  • Malvern Bank House of the Week: Custom-Built Home on Retreat Setting in Newtown Square

    Malvern Bank House of the Week: Custom-Built Home on Retreat Setting in Newtown Square

    A custom-built home with four bedrooms and three full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown Square. The home is at the end of a private road on a spectacular retreat setting. It is approached along the large circular driveway that leads to a striking silestone portico. Inside, highlights include a large…

  • Under Its First Female President, Goldey-Beacom College Expands in Academics, Athletics, Facilities

    Under Its First Female President, Goldey-Beacom College Expands in Academics, Athletics, Facilities

    Under the leadership of its first female president in its 134-year history, Goldey-Beacom College, a private school in northern Delaware with high standards of educational excellence, is expanding in new and exciting directions. Dr. Colleen Perry Keith, who served as president of Pfeiffer University in North Carolina since 2015 and was president of Spartanburg Methodist…

  • Washington Post Details How Much the Spotted Lanternfly Is Costing Pennsylvania’s Economy

    Washington Post Details How Much the Spotted Lanternfly Is Costing Pennsylvania’s Economy

    A Penn State study has found that the spotted lanternfly is costing Pennsylvania’s economy around $50 million and eliminating close to 500 jobs each year, writes Michael Rubinkam for The Washington Post. The study is the first attempt by researchers to quantify the damage caused by the invasive pest from Asia that was first detected…

  • Malvern Bank’s Annual Food Drive Collects 284 Pounds of Food for West Chester Food Cupboard

    Malvern Bank’s Annual Food Drive Collects 284 Pounds of Food for West Chester Food Cupboard

    Malvern Bank, National Association recently donated 284 pounds of food to the West Chester Food Cupboard. The donation was the result of the bank’s winter Food Drive, during which customers and employees donated non-perishable food items at the bank’s branch offices from Nov. 15 to Dec. 20. Also, Malvern Bank presented a check for $518…

  • DELCO Careers – Surrey Services for Seniors

    DELCO Careers – Surrey Services for Seniors

    Headquartered in Devon, Surrey Services for Seniors is recognized as an innovative leader in the delivery of services and programs to help older adults live with independence, purpose, and dignity as active members of the community. Founded on the principle of “neighbor helping neighbor,” Surrey builds its strength and impact by bringing an active and…

  • Tuesdays with Michael: Effective Leaders Manage Themselves Before Managing Others

    Tuesdays with Michael: Effective Leaders Manage Themselves Before Managing Others

    By Michael Gidlewski Effective leaders manage themselves before managing others. Research indicates that the No. 1 reason people leave organizations is because their direct boss is incompetent. In many cases, managers in their organization have promoted people to management levels with MBA (Management by Accident). You are the leader of your own life. Every day,…

  • Main Line Health to Create ‘Fabric of the Community’ Tapestry Project at New KOP Health Center

    Main Line Health to Create ‘Fabric of the Community’ Tapestry Project at New KOP Health Center

    Main Line Health is collecting pieces of fabric from community members to contribute to a “Fabric of the Community” tapestry art project that will be installed at Main Line Health King of Prussia, opening in March 2020. The work of art, which will feature a wall of fabric arranged in a floral display, will enhance…

  • Aqua America Announces New Name, Leadership Team Ahead of Acquisition of Gas Company

    Aqua America Announces New Name, Leadership Team Ahead of Acquisition of Gas Company

    Aqua America has announced its new company name, Essential Utilities, Inc., that will take effect on Monday, Feb. 3. Also, the company is also announcing the members of the executive leadership team that will report to Chairman and CEO Christopher Franklin. The announcement comes after the Peoples acquisition received regulatory approval at the Pennsylvania Public…

  • Malvern Bank House of the Week: Sunlight-Soaked Cape Cod in Wallingford

    Malvern Bank House of the Week: Sunlight-Soaked Cape Cod in Wallingford

    A sunlight-soaked Cape Cod set on a 0.88-acre lot with three bedrooms and two full and one half bathrooms is available for sale in Wallingford. Among the many highlights inside is the kitchen with glass and beamed ceiling, massive center island that doubles as a breakfast bar, granite countertops, classic white cabinetry, and stainless steel…