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Twenty-One Auto Dealers in Delco Step Up to Help Distribute 8,000 Winter Coats to Kids in Need
Auto dealers across the Greater Philadelphia region, including 37 from Chester County and 21 from Delaware County, are joining forces again to ensure kids in need stay warm this winter, writes Donna Rovins for the Daily Local News. For its annual Driving Away the Cold initiative, the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation will distribute…
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Technology in the Classroom: Rights and Responsibilities of Teachers
By Tracey Waldmann The increase in technology in the classroom is due to the realization that technology is necessary to prepare students for the world we live in. It has largely been a voluntary effort by school districts, who have the funds, embracing innovative and interesting ways to help students learn. There has also been…
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You Knew This Delco Landmark Would Rate Among Greater Philadelphia’s Top 25 Burger Joints
The Delaware County landmark that is Charlie’s Hamburgers could not be denied. The iconic burger joint in Folsom rates among the Top 25 burger restaurants in Greater Philadelphia, according to Yelp reviews, writes Alison Burdo for Philadelphia Business Journal. Yelp provides ratings based on reviews left by customers that show the preferences of local residents,…
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U.S. News & World Report: Lancaster Dethrones Florida as America’s Best Place to Retire
Lancaster has dethroned Florida as the nation’s best place to retire, according to newly published rankings by U.S. News & World Report, write Mike Larson and Alison Burdo for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Despite Florida having seven cities on the list this year, Lancaster took the top spot. To compile rankings for the 100 Best…
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Girls’ Night Out Celebrates 20 Years of Raising Funds for Local Women with Cancer
Girls’ Night Out – a night of celebration with friends, fashion, and food to raise money to benefit women with cancer in Delaware County – exceeded expectations this year with 650 women attending the sold-out event last week at the Springfield Country Club. Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres while bidding on raffle baskets and silent auction…
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DELCO Careers – Boeing
With a location in Ridley, 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 Delco. BGS ITBP Versatile Technologist This position enables and supports technology strategy and system architecture for IT systems; oversees the development, deployment, and execution…
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The Future of Paramedic Education: Wilmington University Doctoral Alum Makes Impact in Community
By Dr. Ruth Norman Dr. Christopher Boyer admits that public service is in his genes. Many of his relatives are firefighters, so it just seemed natural for him to follow the tradition and become a first responder. In 2003, he earned an A.A.S. in Paramedic Technology at the Pennsylvania College of Technology. He continued his…
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New Mural Celebrates Lansdowne’s 125th Anniversary
A new mural celebrating Lansdowne’s 125th anniversary was officially dedicated over the weekend by borough officials and residents, writes Kevin Tustin for the Delaware County News Network. The mural has been installed in the heart of the borough’s business district at Lansdowne and Baltimore avenues. It was created by artist James Shuster to show how…
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Widener University Traces Its Origins Back to 1821
Widener University can trace its roots back to 1821, when it was originally a boarding school in Wilmington, Del., writes Colin Ainsworth for Daily Times. What is now known as Widener originally started out when Delaware resident John Bullock founded the Bullock School for Boys in Wilmington in 1821. It began with no official recognition…
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Pennsylvania Turnpike to File Criminal Charges in Effort to Collect $17 Million in Unpaid Tolls
The Pennsylvania Turnpike is intensifying its efforts to collect unpaid tolls as it is filing criminal charges against the worst offenders, writes Ed Blazina for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The turnpike is currently owed more than $17 million in unpaid dues. In an effort to collect at least a part of this, the turnpike has started…
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DELCO Careers – Surrey Services for Seniors
Headquartered in Devon with locations in Broomall, Havertown, and Media, Surrey Services for Seniors is a nonprofit dedicated to helping older adults maintain their independence and continue as active members of the community. Part-Time RN Care Manager This position completes the initial assessment of new clients and creates care plans; coordinates discharge planning with social…
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Guy Fieri Visits His Restaurant at Harrah’s Casino in Chester to Debut New Menu Items
Guy Fieri recently visited Philly Kitchen & Bar, his restaurant at Harrah’s Casino in Chester, to debut new menu items and meet with some of the patrons, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. This is Fieri’s only restaurant in the area, and people were eager to see what the acclaimed chef would be rolling…
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CEO of Biotech Company in Bucks County to Speak on Entrepreneurship at Neumann University
Renold Capocasale, the founder and CEO of FlowMetric, will deliver the third annual Rocco Abessinio Lecture in Management and Entrepreneurship at Neumann University on Tuesday, Oct. 30 at 3 PM. The presentation, which is free and open to the public, is scheduled for the Multipurpose Hall in the Bruder Life Center. FlowMetric is a leading…
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Check Out Which Parts of the Region Have Already Donated to Trump’s Re-Election Campaign
As President Donald Trump starts campaigning for re-election, some donors in Chester County have already started backing him for a second term in the White House, writes Alison Burdo for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Using donation data from the Federal Electoral Commission, the Philadelphia Business Journal has determined which parts of the Keystone State have…
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Skyrocketing Special Education Costs Force These School Districts to Pay Larger Share Than Others
With special education costs skyrocketing across the state, a number of local school districts are picking up a larger share of their expenses than others, writes Avi Wolfman-Arent for WHYY. As costs increase significantly faster than state aid, taxpayers in local communities are the ones footing most of the bill. Ten years ago, districts covered…
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DNB First House of the Week: Awe-Inspiring Colonial in Media
A colonial with five bedrooms, three full and two half bathrooms, and all the bells and whistles you could ever want is available for sale in Media. The two-story foyer features stacked crown molding and marble floors, while the spacious living room has been transformed into a six-seat home theater with fireplace. The family room…
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DELCO Careers – Airgas
Headquartered in Radnor, Airgas, Inc. is the largest American distributor of industrial, medical, and specialty gases (delivered in packaged or cylinder form), and hard goods (welding, safety, and related products). Corporate Communications Specialist This position helps write and create internal and external communications, including memos, presentations, and social media posts; coordinates internal awards and recognition programs; and…
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Where Does Pennsylvania Rank Among the Tallest, Shortest States?
A recent survey by the CDC’s Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BFRSS) has found that people in Pennsylvania are an average height of around 178 centimeters, or 5-foot-10, writes Christopher Ingraham for The Washington Post. The massive annual survey of health and wellness polled almost a half-million people for the study. The BRFSS was designed…
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