• GMercyU Alum Creates Unique Fieldwork Opportunity for Education Majors

    GMercyU Alum Creates Unique Fieldwork Opportunity for Education Majors

    After 35 years as a special education teacher for the Souderton Area School District, Gwynedd Mercy University graduate Sue Saylor wasn’t ready to hang up her hat just yet. Saylor, who mostly taught kindergarten through third grade during her career, stayed on for a year after the COVID-19 pandemic because she was reluctant to leave…

  • State’s Secretary of Agriculture Visits DelVal to Highlight Center for Plant Excellence Grant

    State’s Secretary of Agriculture Visits DelVal to Highlight Center for Plant Excellence Grant

    Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding recently visited Delaware Valley University to share updates on the Commonwealth’s new Center for Plant Excellence and the Center’s first grant opportunity. The new grant program marks the Center’s first investment in advancing research, workforce development, and industry resilience. Dr. Carla Garzon, holder of the K.H. Littlefield Endowed Professorship…

  • Credit Confessions: True Stories of Debt, Regret, and Second Chances

    Credit Confessions: True Stories of Debt, Regret, and Second Chances

    Credit can feel overwhelming with countless card options, tricky jargon, and plenty of room for missteps. The truth is, almost everyone makes mistakes along the way, including us. That’s why, for October, Get Smart About Credit Month, we’re sharing “Credit Confessions” — real stories from C&N teammates about early credit mishaps and the lessons we’ve…

  • ‘A Model for How to Deliver Healthcare Education’: GMercyU Unveils New Healthcare Innovation Center

    ‘A Model for How to Deliver Healthcare Education’: GMercyU Unveils New Healthcare Innovation Center

    Gwynedd Mercy University has marked a historic milestone with the grand opening of its Frances M. Maguire ’55 Healthcare Innovation Center (HIC), a 63,000-square-foot academic building that will transform the preparation of healthcare professionals. The unveiling comes at a critical time as nearly one in five nursing positions in Pennsylvania remain vacant, with similar shortages affecting other…

  • Spotted Lanternflies Invade Virginia, Threatening Multibillion-Dollar Wine Industry

    Spotted Lanternflies Invade Virginia, Threatening Multibillion-Dollar Wine Industry

    Three years after spotted lanternflies were first detected in Virginia, the invasive insect is now swarming the state, threatening its $8.37 billion wine industry, writes Kyle Swenson for The Washington Post. While Virginia’s national distribution is not as robust as California’s or Oregon’s, its wine industry boasts more than 271 wineries, with many relying on…

  • PECO Awards $150,000 to Community Arts Programs Through Powering the Arts Grant Initiative

    PECO Awards $150,000 to Community Arts Programs Through Powering the Arts Grant Initiative

    PECO, in partnership with Team Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Creative Industries, has awarded 30 grants totaling a combined $150,000 to arts institutions and cultural organizations across southeastern Pennsylvania. The grants are made possible through the competitive arts program, Powering the Arts, that will support music, theater, visual arts, and other cultural experiences across the region. Now in its…

  • PECO’s Seventh Annual Infrastructure Academy Connects Job-Seekers with Skilled-Trade Opportunities

    PECO’s Seventh Annual Infrastructure Academy Connects Job-Seekers with Skilled-Trade Opportunities

    PECO recently held its Seventh Annual Infrastructure Academy, hosting more than 200 job-seekers at the 23rd Street Armory in Philadelphia for a two‑day immersive event designed to open doors into family‑sustaining careers in the energy sector. The Infrastructure Academy offers participants a structured program that includes mock interviews, assessment demonstrations, and hands‑on exposure to PECO…

  • DelVal Announces New Partnership with Northampton Community College

    DelVal Announces New Partnership with Northampton Community College

    Officials from Delaware Valley University and Northampton Community College recently signed a new transfer articulation agreement that strengthens ties between the two schools and allows NCC associate-degree earners to complete their bachelor’s degrees at DelVal. Through the agreement, classes from NCC satisfy core class requirements at DelVal, allowing students to fully focus on their major…

  • Maximize Your Meeting Space with a Display That Fits

    Maximize Your Meeting Space with a Display That Fits

    Whether it’s a tiny screen that looks like a postage stamp from the most distant seat, or a too-large display that makes everyone feel like they’re sitting in the front row of a movie theater, an improperly sized video display can be the small detail that throws off your ability to effectively share presentations, teleconferencing,…

  • DELCO Careers – Firstrust Bank

    DELCO Careers – Firstrust Bank

    Founded 90 years ago, Firstrust Bank is the largest family-owned commercial bank in the region. Firstrust’s promise is to empower its customers’ success by offering them the most tailored, state-of-the-art banking solutions they can get, along with advice on how to best manage their finances, build their businesses, and overcome financial challenges. Firstrust is looking…

  • Recovery Is a Human Journey: Therapists at Growth Opportunity Center Share Truths, Tools, and Hope

    Recovery Is a Human Journey: Therapists at Growth Opportunity Center Share Truths, Tools, and Hope

    September marks National Recovery Month, a time to honor the courage of those navigating addiction and the professionals who walk beside them. At Growth Opportunity Center in Bucks County, four therapists — Edie Cohen, LPC; Dana Cohen, LMFT; Elyse Hibbs, LCSW; and Justin Benner, LCSW — gathered for a roundtable conversation that was equal parts…

  • DelVal Students, Staff Honored by American Association for Laboratory Animal Science

    DelVal Students, Staff Honored by American Association for Laboratory Animal Science

    Delaware Valley University faculty, staff, and students were recently recognized by the Delaware Valley Branch of the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (DVB AALAS) for their achievements in the field. DVB AALAS is committed to excellence and innovation in laboratory animal science by promoting education and training, encouraging open communication, and sharing information on…

  • IBX Earns ‘Gold Standard’ Accreditation for Its Newest Commercial PPO/EPO Health Plan

    IBX Earns ‘Gold Standard’ Accreditation for Its Newest Commercial PPO/EPO Health Plan

    Independence Blue Cross has earned accreditation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for its newest commercial PPO/EPO health plan. This is an important recognition, as NCQA is a gold standard when it comes to healthcare quality. “NCQA’s Health Plan Accreditation is a reflection of our commitment to the membership we serve,” said Dr. Ellen…

  • The Tradeoffs of Passing Rising Costs to Customers Amid Tariffs

    The Tradeoffs of Passing Rising Costs to Customers Amid Tariffs

    As talks of tariffs turn into increased prices for consumers, many U.S. businesses are experiencing declining profit margins. Business owners are now weighing the pros and cons of passing these costs along to the consumer versus absorbing the hit to their bottom line. Before raising the cost outright, some businesses are choosing to eliminate perks like free shipping to…

  • Eastern University ‘Sets the Stage for Excellence,’ Unveils New State-of-the-Art Baseball Field

    Eastern University ‘Sets the Stage for Excellence,’ Unveils New State-of-the-Art Baseball Field

    Eastern University has completed state-of-the-art renovations to the baseball field on its St. Davids campus. The field has been completely upgraded to synthetic turf that is playable year-round and includes new dugouts, bullpens, wall padding, batting cages, a sound system, and a large video board. Construction wrapped up in August, and the field will be used…

  • Three Types of Scams Every Growing Business Should Watch For

    Three Types of Scams Every Growing Business Should Watch For

    Growing your business requires dedication, strategy, and smart financial management. Unfortunately, it can also make you a target for sophisticated scams. Fraudsters are not only looking to target your personal finances but also your employees’ and customers’ financial information. According to the Better Business Bureau, more than 60 percent of businesses dealt with scammers in 2024. Popular scams included…

  • Eastern University Launches 100-Percent-Online Master’s in Applied Artificial Intelligence

    Eastern University Launches 100-Percent-Online Master’s in Applied Artificial Intelligence

    Eastern University has launched an online Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence (MSAAI), a cutting-edge program designed to equip students with the technical skills, ethical foundation, and critical thinking needed to lead in one of today’s fastest-growing fields.  With a 100-percent-online, flexible, self-paced format, the program fits into the lives of working professionals and…

  • Local Nonprofit Expands Food Rescue Efforts on a National Scale with Support from Firstrust Bank

    Local Nonprofit Expands Food Rescue Efforts on a National Scale with Support from Firstrust Bank

    One of the most impactful nonprofits in the Delaware Valley began with just a random act of kindness. It was early December of 2016, toward the end of another semester for Drexel University student Evan Ehlers. The junior was faced with a dilemma familiar to many college students: an excess of dining hall swipes that…