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Record Number of Women Running in Pennsylvania’s Primaries
A record number of women both nationwide and in Pennsylvania have entered a political race in the wake of the 2016 elections and are running in this year’s primaries, writes Ivey DeJesus for the Harrisburg Patriot-News. The number of women candidates is unprecedented. In the last two years, around 34,000 women have contacted Emily’s List,…
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DELCO Careers – The Foundation for Delaware County
The Foundation for Delaware County, formerly known as the Crozer-Keystone Community Foundation, is focused on serving Delaware County residents of all ages, from improving the health and development of children to helping seniors age in place. Associate Director of Grant Making Services This position oversees the foundation’s external grant making program, including all special grant…
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New Research Suggests Luck Is Actually a State of Mind
According to new research, people may literally be able to create their own luck by keeping an open mind, writes Teresa Iafolla for Nautilus magazine. According to Richard Wiseman, Professor of Public Understanding of Psychology at the University of Hertfordshire in the U.K., some people appear to have an uncanny ability to be in the…
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WCU, Delaware County Community College Sign New Agreement to Benefit Students
West Chester University and Delaware County Community College have signed an on-site degree completion agreement that will enable associate degree graduates of the college to earn a WCU Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management with a minor in Business Law without ever having to leave the college’s Marple Campus. The agreement offers students convenience…
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End of Shopping-Mall Era the Symptom of a Hollowed-Out Middle Class
Shopping malls as we know them are disappearing at an alarming rate, writes Jon Jeter for MintPress News. With the increasing number of malls closing their doors, between a quarter and a third will soon be gone. Almost 9,000 retail stores closed for good last year, along with the demise of iconic brands like Sears…
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Villanova’s Championship Parade Set for Thursday in Center City
Two parades in as many months? As sports fans, we can get used to this. Two months after the Philadelphia Eagles kicked off a celebration – thanks to their historic victory in Super Bowl LII – that has yet to subside, the Villanova men’s basketball team will take its turn parading through Center City. Again.…
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Hedgerow Theatre in Media Celebrates Nearly a Century of Excellence
Media’s Hedgerow Theatre recently celebrated almost a century of excellence at its 95th anniversary celebration at The Old Mill, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. The nation’s oldest professional resident theatre company used its benefit gala – entitled “Belle of the Ball” – to honor director emeritus Penelope Reed for her lifetime of work…
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DELCO Careers – Delaware County Intermediate Unit
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit provides services, such as special education and staff development programs, to all school districts in Delaware County, including nearly 70,000 school-aged students and more than 6,000 educators. Head Start Instructor This position provides support to the head start instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising…
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Haverford Township Employee Recalls a Fishy Tale
Robert Steelman, a Haverford Township sanitation supervisor, recalled the time his fishing rod almost became food for the fish, writes Pete Bannan for the Delaware County News Network. In the fall of 2009, Steelman was on a fishing trip with his friend Joe Startare in the Lower Delaware Bay, looking for Atlantic Stripers when his…
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Lack of Profits Slows Amtrak’s Attempts to Make Train Travel Safer
Despite the recent uptick in accidents, complaints about Amtrak’s passenger train service are nothing new, write Ryan Beene and Thomas Black for Bloomberg Businessweek. Amtrak has been having issues with revenue and has been reliant on tracks owned and maintained by other companies since its inception nearly a half-century ago. It was created as a…
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Living Near Rail Stations a Boon for Suburban Homeowners
SEPTA has cited the increased value of suburban homes by rail stations as one of the reasons why mass transit is essential to the well-being of the region and the state, writes Sam Wood for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The study found that rail service added $14.5 billion to residential property values in Chester, Delaware, Montgomery,…
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DELCO Careers – Advanced Mold Diagnostics
Headquartered in Broomall, Advanced Mold Diagnostics is an environmental consulting company that provides investigative, consulting, and design services for issues affecting building performance and the comfort, health, and well-being of building occupants. Mold and Water Removal Technician This position performs water damage mitigation and mold removal services, stucco removal, and stucco replacement. The ideal candidate will have…
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Discover Delaware County Community College at Its Spring Open House on Thursday
If you’re looking for an affordable start on your college education or an opportunity to advance your career, discover all that Delaware County Community College has to offer at its Spring Open House on Thursday, April 5 at 6 PM in the Large Auditorium in the Academic Building on the Marple Campus. Prospective students and…
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Will the Right Heirs Inherit Your Estate?
By Nicholas M. Orloff As emotionally unsettling as your death would be to your spouse, children and extended family, its impact would have additional ramifications should you die without having drawn up a will. Whether young or old, fit or infirm, having a valid will or other binding declaration ensures that the assets you accumulated…
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Friendship Between Villanova’s Jay Wright, 76ers’ Brett Brown Formed in West Bank
The friendship between Villanova men’s basketball coach Jay Wright and Philadelphia 76ers coach Brett Brown was forged during a goodwill summer trip to the Middle East, writes Dan Gelston for The Associated Press. The trip that took place three years ago was designed to use basketball to unite children separated by conflict. It also served…
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DNB First House of the Week: Extraordinary Victorian in Norwood
An extraordinary, three-story Victorian home with five bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms on a large double lot is available for sale in Norwood. The home features an attractively covered wrap-around porch and a grand foyer entry with gas fireplace and double-sided staircase. The first floor includes a formal living room, dining room with…
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DELCO Careers – Aon
Headquartered in London with locations in Radnor and Fort Washington, Aon is a global provider of risk management, insurance brokerage, and human resources solutions for clients in more than 120 countries. Business Development Specialist I This position sells company products within a designated geographic territory or to a specific class of clients; meets personal sales targets with…
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Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum Plans to Implement Archery Hunting of Deer Behind Airport
The John Heinz Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum plans to implement archery hunting of the deer behind Philadelphia International Airport, writes Danya Henninger for Billy Penn. The refuge is currently looking for public input on the issue that aims to curtail the overpopulation of white-tailed deer. The refuge was established in 1972 on 1,200 acres of…
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