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Wanting to Do ‘Something in Jeans and a Black Shirt,’ Havertown Man Changes Careers at 50
Havertown resident Brian Niles – the founder of TargetX, a provider of software solutions for colleges in their quest to recruit and retain students – has switched careers at the age of 50, starting House Cup Coffee Roasters from his garage, writes Pete Bannan for the Delaware County News Network. He has since expanded to a…
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Penn Sells 17-Acre Property in Glenolden to Malvern-Based Developer
The University of Pennsylvania has sold its 17-acre property in Glenolden that was a vivarium and research laboratory to E. Kahn Development, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Penn put the property, located at 500 South Ridgeway Avenue, on the market five years ago. The main building is 97,198 square feet, while the…
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Collection at DCHS Features Books That Tell Haunted Tales Set Here in Delco
The book collection at the Delaware County Historical Society in Chester features a number of books that tell spooky stories set right here in Delaware County, according to a report from the Delaware County News Network. They include Ghost Stories of Delaware County written by Charles J. Adams III. The book lays bare 25 hauntingly…
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New Medical Staff Officers Take Helm at Crozer-Keystone
Crozer-Keystone Health System recently announced the appointment of new officers on its medical staffs, for a term that runs until June 30, 2019. “It is an honor to be nominated president of such a talented medical staff,” said Sarah E. Falgowski, M.D., the newly-appointed medical staff president for Crozer-Chester Medical Center, Springfield Hospital, and Taylor…
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Delaware County Leadership: Laura Dugan, Attorney at Raffaele Puppio
What is your full name and who are you named after? My full name is Laura Ann Dugan. I wasn’t named after anyone, my parents just liked the name. I spelled my middle name, Ann, with an “e” at the end of it until I had to get my birth certificate to get married in 2016…
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Two Students Design Neumann University’s Christmas Cards
Two students have designed Christmas cards that Neumann University will send to more than 2,500 people this holiday season. Mia Cimino, a sophomore majoring in Social Work, created art that president Dr. Chris Domes will use as his official holiday greeting card. This card is sent to approximately 1,400 people, including faculty and staff, the…
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Wife of Delaware County Farmer the Subject of First, Only Witchcraft Trial in Pennsylvania
Margaret Mattson, the Swedish wife of a Delaware County farmer, was the infamous subject of the first and only witchcraft trial in Pennsylvania, writes William Kashatus for The Wilkes-Barre Citizens’ Voice. Mattson, who lived on a farm near Ridley Creek in present-day Eddystone, was put on trial in 1683, a decade before the renowned witchcraft…
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Delaware County Announces Proposed Budget with No Tax Increase for 2019
Delaware County’s proposed budget for 2019 was presented on Friday by Executive Director Marianne Grace. The budget proposes no tax increase for 2019. If ultimately adopted by County Council, this would be the fifth year in a row with no tax increase. “We commend Executive Director Marianne Grace, Budget Director Jim Hayes, President Judge Kevin…
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Probation Violations in Pennsylvania
By J. Patrick Hickey Probation allows a person convicted of a crime to avoid incarceration and remain in the community under a probation officer’s supervision as long as the person agrees to follow certain terms and conditions imposed by the court. These conditions are imposed not only to protect the public, but also to assist…
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History of Groundbreaking Soft Drink Runs Through Main Line
Bill Double, who cut his teeth as a journalist at the Coatesville Record in the late 1960s, has written a book on the history of Hires Root Beer, the groundbreaking beverage with ties to the Main Line, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. According to Double, author of Charles E. Hires and the Drink…
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Designation as Fastest-Growing Company Caps Big Year for Media-Based Results Repeat
Results Repeat – a design, marketing, and analytics company founded in 2014 in Media – has been named the 17th fastest-growing company in the Philadelphia area in this year’s Philadelphia 100. Since 1988, the Philadelphia 100 has recognized the 100 fastest-growing, privately held entrepreneurial companies in Greater Philadelphia. The Philadelphia 100 is a merit-based program,…
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Future of Beloved Catholic Church in East Lansdowne Uncertain
St. Cyril’s Roman Catholic Church in East Lansdowne is facing uncertain times, since the cost of the urgent repairs it needs exceeds the means of its congregation, writes Katie Park for the Philadelphia Inquirer. In a recent memo to parishioners, Rev. Paul Castellani notified them that leaks have damaged the interior, preventing entry to the…
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DELCO Careers – Qlik
Headquartered in Radnor, Qlik delivers intuitive platform solutions for self-service data visualization, guided analytics applications, embedded analytics, and reporting to approximately 40,000 customers worldwide. Customer Success Engineer This position advises customers on highly scalable technical solutions that integrate company products with customers’ enterprise systems; provides hands-on assistance with designing and provisioning secure environments; and solves client technical…
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State Rep. Brian Kirkland Hosts Public Hearing on Jobs, Economic Development in Chester
A House Democratic Policy Committee public hearing recently hosted by State Rep. Brian Kirkland at Chester City Hall focused on jobs and economic development, according to a report from the Daily Times. The hearing was also attended by Policy Committee Chairman Mike Sturla and state legislators from across Pennsylvania. One of the issues discussed was…
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Penn Medicine and $4 Billion Marijuana Company Have Big Plans for King of Prussia
Curaleaf, a marijuana company valued at $4 billion, and Penn Medicine have big plans for Pennsylvania, specifically in King of Prussia, writes Sam Wood for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Both a grower and retailer, Curaleaf currently operates in 10 states with permits pending in California and Pennsylvania. The company plans to open six dispensaries in Pennsylvania…
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Villanova Dines Out! Restaurant Week to Bring Together Campus, Surrounding Communities
Villanova University has partnered with the Wayne Business Association and the Bryn Mawr Business Association — as well as other restaurants outside of each association — to encourage people to dine out throughout the week of Nov. 5-9. The goal of this event, entitled “Villanova Dines Out! Restaurant Week,” is to create awareness among students…
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Media-Based Raffaele Puppio Again Ranked Among Best Law Firms for 2019
Raffaele Puppio, a full-service law firm based in Media, has been named a “Best Law Firm” for 2019 by U.S. News – Best Lawyers, achieving a Tier 1 ranking in the Philadelphia metro area for family law. Best Law Firm rankings are determined from a rigorous evaluation process involving the collection of client and lawyer…
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DNB First House of the Week: Stone Estate Built in 1763 in Wallingford
A stone colonial with seven bedrooms and six bathrooms is available for sale in Wallingford. Part of the historic Sheltered Oak Estate, the home was built in 1763. Additions have been added over time, perfectly blending the old with the new. Entry is through a foyer flanked by the formal dining and living rooms. The…
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