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Elwyn Plans to Relocate Administrators, Free Up Space on Main Campus for Care Programs
With the ultimate goal of freeing up space on its main campus in Middletown Township to use for care programs rather than administrative functions, Elwyn aims to build a 53,000-square-foot building on Camden’s waterfront to house administrative staff, writes Jacob Adelman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The human services nonprofit will receive $3.9 million a year…
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DNB First House of the Week: Colonial with Old-World Character, Unlimited Charm in Upper Chichester
A three-story colonial that boasts unlimited charm, along with its four bedrooms and two bathrooms, is available for sale in Upper Chichester. The house flawlessly combines old-world character with modern amenities. Among the interior highlights are the cherry-wood kitchen with an island and seating and top-of-the-line appliances. The first floor with original hardwood floors throughout…
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Work Progresses at Site of New Springfield High School
Work on a new, $130 million Springfield High School is progressing on time and within budget, according to School Director Kevin Keenan, Chairman of the school district’s Facilities Committee, writes Susan Serbin for the Daily Times. One of the points discussed at the recent board meeting was a $1.6 million agenda item. This was approved…
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Covanta’s Trash Incinerator in Chester Works Overtime Following China’s Ban on Recyclable Materials
Covanta’s trash incinerator in Chester has seen a huge increase in the materials sent there to be destroyed after China banned imports of several categories of recyclable materials, writes Oliver Milman for Wired magazine. Now, the incinerator is receiving around 200 tons of recycling material a day and the staggering amount has local residents worried.…
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Neumann Grad, His Son Stand on Opposite Sides of One of Hockey’s Fiercest Rivalries
When the Philadelphia Flyers recently played the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2019 NHL Stadium Series at Lincoln Financial Field, Neumann University graduate Jim Britt and his son, Jim Jr., had different rooting interests, writes Adam Kimelman for NHL.com. The younger Britt has worked for the Penguins for a decade and has been director of team…
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Widener University Delaware Law School Meets Demand for Paralegals; Open House on March 9
A career as a paralegal can be as satisfying as a career as a lawyer, and it can be achieved in just a fraction of the time and cost. With a similarly advanced understanding of the legal system, paralegals assume much of a lawyer’s workload and play a critical role in the delivery of legal…
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Man Renovates Building in Sharon Hill to House Homeless Veterans
Antonio Hayward, a property manager from Harrisburg, is renovating a building in Sharon Hill to house homeless veterans, writes Kevin Tustin for the Daily Times. Hayward has been working on the building on the 400 block of Sharon Avenue for nearly two years. He is creating three two-bedroom-apartment units and hopes to finish in a…
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Garnet Valley Wins 2019 Delco Hi-Q Championship, Its Fifth Title Since 2011
Garnet Valley High School won the 71st Delco Hi-Q Championship in a highly competitive match on Wednesday. Of the 21 teams competing this season, the final contest came down to a three-team battle among Garnet Valley, Delco Christian, and Radnor. Garnet Valley finished second overall in the regular season and Radnor finished fourth. Both teams…
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DELCO Careers – Harrah’s Casino & Racetrack
Harrah’s Casino & Racetrack is a racino on the Chester waterfront with 2,900 slot machines, 100,000 square feet of gaming space, a 14,000-square-foot event center, harness racing, and a variety of entertainment. Promotions and Events Coordinator This position coordinates and executes all entertainment offerings in accordance with regulatory approvals; maintains the entertainment budget; supervises on-call promotions…
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Philadelphia Region Bucks Nationwide Trend, Continues to Enjoy Real-Estate Renaissance
While the nationwide housing market significantly slowed down last fall, the Philadelphia region is continuing to enjoy a real-estate renaissance that started in 2012, writes Caitlin McCabe for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The nation saw sales of single-family homes fall to a nearly two-and-a-half-year low in October. However, Philadelphia reached record home sales in the fourth…
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Renovation Plan for Radnor Mansion a ‘Forward-Thinking Vision That’ll Pay Dividends for Generations’
Members of Willows Park Preserve have presented their latest plans for renovating the Willows mansion to Radnor Township’s board of commissioners, writes Linda Stein for Main Line Suburban Life. Built in 1910, the mansion was designed by renowned architect Charles Barton Keen. However, it has been empty for years as township officials could not agree…
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VIDEO: Ridley Park, Thornton Residents Find Water Warmer Than Air at Recent Polar Plunge
Approximately 150 brave souls from around the region recently participated in the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance’s Polar Plunge at Brandywine Picnic Park in West Chester, and they found the water to be warmer than the air, writes Shawn Weigel for the Hockessin (Del.) Community News. The plungers at the BRCA’s 12th annual event walked out…
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Introducing the Criminal Justice Institute at Wilmington University
Wilmington University’s new Criminal Justice Institute (CJI) will soon offer customized professional development and training to law enforcement professionals in Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland and New Jersey. Housed at WilmU’s new Brandywine location, the CJI will provide opportunities to professionals who wish to receive training close to home and save on travel costs. CJI Director Dr.…
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Register Now for Delaware County Community College’s New Choices Career Development Program
Are you in a career transition and anxious to get back on track but don’t know where to begin? Do you need help with confidence-building, assertiveness, or education and training resources? Are you looking for basic computer skills? Delaware County Community College’s free New Choices Career Development program can help you gain the knowledge and…
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DELCO Careers – Boeing
With a location in Ridley Park, Boeing is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, and satellites. Boeing has recently secured new contracts that will bring more jobs to Delaware County. Trade Control Specialist This position forms deep partnerships with stakeholders to understand their business strategies and provide regulatory guidance; evolves the…
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Officials to Give Cheyney More Time After PASSHE Chancellor’s Comments Alarm University’s Supporters
Gov. Tom Wolf and leaders of the state university system have agreed to give embattled Cheyney University more time for its transformation efforts, writes Susan Snyder for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The decision was made during a meeting at Gov. Wolf’s Harrisburg office. It included the chancellor of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE),…
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Tour Exton Senior Living’s Award-Winning Community and Enjoy a Free Happy Hour
Residents of Five Star Senior Living in Exton, as well as their family and friends, enjoy a free Happy Hour from 3-4 PM, Monday through Friday, at their community located at 600 Pottstown Pike. The Happy Hour at Exton Senior Living’s tavern is a wonderful time to enjoy a drink, freshly baked appetizers, and music.…
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All Hands on Deck as 150 Experts Attempt to Exterminate the State’s New White Whale
Penn State, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture are spearheading efforts to eradicate the spotted lanternfly across the state, writes Adam Hermann for PhillyVoice. According to Russell Redding, the state’s Secretary of Agriculture, the three organizations joined forces to get 150 researchers and experts studying the invasive bug and controlling…
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