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Sen. Bob Casey Ends Speculation on Potential Presidential Run
U.S. Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania stated last week that he would not run for president in the next election, thus ending months of speculation, writes Jonathan Tamari for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The Democrat issued a lengthy statement on his decision, listing many of the issues that led him to consider a bid for the…
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With No Fairy-Tale Ending This Year, Nick Foles Again Demonstrates Qualities of a True Leader
Eagles quarterback Nick Foles, who led the team to its first Super Bowl championship last year after taking over for the injured Carson Wentz, has again shown that he has the qualities of a great leader, writes Justin Bariso for Inc. magazine. In their recent playoff loss to the heavily favored New Orleans Saints, the…
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Here’s Why Wawa Is Renewing Its Focus on Philadelphia
Its 12,000-square-foot store that recently opened in Old City demonstrates how Wawa is renewing its focus on the city, say Annette John-Hall and Shalben Yaacov on a WHYY podcast. Wawa is renowned for its sandwiches and coffee, but the two biggest money-makers are cigarettes and gas. This is why, for decades, the company has been…
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Based on This Criteria, Philly Region One of Five Areas Most Affected by Government Shutdown
The Philadelphia region is among the areas most affected by the government shutdown, based on the amount of square footage leased by the General Services Administration, writes Kevin Varley for Bloomberg. The GSA employs more than 1.2 million federal workers. It currently has more than 8,000 leases across the country that cost $5.6 billion in…
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High-Speed Rail Service, Hyperloop Between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh Still Not Ruled Out
While there are still no concrete plans for high-speed rail service between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, the interest in one remains, writes Colin Deppen for The Incline. According to Amtrak, it currently takes an average of seven hours and five minutes for a passenger train to travel between the two cities. According to a study done…
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DELCO Careers – Axalta Coating Systems
With its North American headquarters located in Glen Mills, Axalta Coating Systems is a rapidly expanding company focused solely on coatings and providing customers with innovative, colorful, beautiful, and sustainable solutions. Marketing Manager – Customer Retention This position leads strategy and implementation of Value-Added Services offerings to customers; conducts market analysis to determine market and customer needs;…
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Villanova Product Signs Pro Soccer Contract with Philadelphia Union Affiliate
West Chester native Zach Zandi is now a professional soccer player after he recently signed a contract with the Bethlehem Steel, the Philadelphia Union’s affiliate in the United Soccer League, writes Jonathan Tannenwald for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The Henderson High School graduate recently finished his college career at Villanova, where he led the Wildcats in…
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Tracing the Growth of Penn State Brandywine’s Blossoming Art Program
The art scene at Penn State Brandywine has blossomed in the last decade, in large part due to art professor Jon Manteau, writes Haleigh Swansen for Penn State News. Manteau first came to Brandywine in 2010 as a part-time instructor who taught a studio-art class once a week. When a full-time opening in the arts…
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Legacy of Pioneering Work by Wallingford-Born Architect Lives on in Rose Valley
The legacy of the pioneering, but mostly forgotten work of Wallingford native William Price, who reshaped architecture, continues to live on in nearby Rose Valley, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. According to cultural and architectural historian George Thomas, Price invented what became Art Deco. “Everyone still calls it Art Deco, but it was…
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DNB First House of the Week: Victorian Farmhouse Bordering Darby Creek in Lansdowne
A Victorian farmhouse with six bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Lansdowne. The historic home, originally known as Mansion Violet, was built by Abraham Pennock in 1875 and is listed on the National Historical Home registry. With more than an acre of gardens, surrounding specimen trees, and the adjoining…
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Upper Darby Native Brings Authentic Cheesesteak Experience to the Big Easy
Upper Darby native Michael Casey, owner of Liberty Cheesesteaks in New Orleans, is bringing authentic Philly cheesesteaks to the Big Easy, according to NBC10. Casey, who attended St. Joseph’s Prep, went to Tulane University in New Orleans and opened his steak shop in the heart of the city nine years ago. His restaurant offers a…
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Digital First Media Offers $1.4 Billion to Buy Gannett Co., Parent of USA Today
In an attempt to become the largest publisher of newspapers in the country, Alden Global Capital, a New York hedge fund that controls Digital First Media, is making a $1.4 billion bid to purchase Gannett Co., which owns USA Today, writes Bob Fernandez for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The deal would strengthen the fund’s hold on…
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Elwyn a Human Services Leader with the Capacity, Expertise to Meet Industry’s Growing Needs
As just the ninth President in the 167-year history of Elwyn, the oldest human services nonprofit of its kind in the nation, Charles McLister and his leadership team are helping to author the Delco-based organization’s next chapter through the development of a five-year strategic plan. “In America today, a child is five times more likely…
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Tom McGarrigle the Unanimous Choice to Lead Delaware County Republican Party
The Delaware County Republican Party found its new chairman in Tom McGarrigle, who was picked unanimously by 400 GOP committee members to lead the county’s 162,182 registered Republicans, writes Kathleen Carey for the Daily Times. McGarrigle, who owns a gas station in Springfield and recently lost his re-election campaign for the state Senate, was the…
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Haverford, Penncrest, and Strath Haven High Schools Earn Delco Hi-Q Wins
Haverford High School recently hosted Valley Forge Military Academy and Sun Valley High School for the season’s ninth Delco Hi-Q contest. Haverford, the two-time defending champions, is looking for a three-peat this season. The Fords dominated the first two categories and picked up two bonus points from the other team’s missed questions. Valley Forge threatened…
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First On-Campus Restaurant Coming to Villanova
Work has started on The Refectory, the first restaurant on the campus of Villanova University, writes Kenneth Hilario for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The sophisticated, yet casual restaurant is expected to open in August in partnership with Greg Dodge of Zavino Hospitality Group. The new eatery will have more than 200 seats, offer “elevated” American…
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Delaware County Community College Grad a Key Member of Penn’s Athletic Department
Hosting an athletic event at the University of Pennsylvania is a large undertaking, one coordinated by Berwyn native Mike Martin, the director of gameday operations at Penn, writes Greg Johnson for Penn Today. Martin and his team need time to prepare everything, from building concession and merchandise stands to ticketing. According to Martin, who holds…
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DELCO Careers – Wawa
Wawa, the beloved chain of convenience stores with a highly passionate fan base, has almost 800 stores in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Central Florida, and is continuing to expand with new catering options. Loss Prevention Investigator This position identifies areas of risk and makes recommendations for upstream process improvement to prevent future losses;…
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