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Check Out the Only Delco Locale to Rank Among the 25 Best Places to Live in Greater Philly
Rose Valley is the only Delco locale to rank among Niche.com’s 25 Best Places to Live in Greater Philadelphia, a list dominated by towns in Montgomery and Chester counties, writes Clara Lefton for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The site aims to help people discover schools and neighborhoods that are the right fit for them within…
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Chadds Ford’s Brandywine River Museum Gifted Wyeth Art from Merging DuPont
The demise of the DuPont Co.’s Wilmington headquarters has led to a procession of famous artwork – like N.C. Wyeth’s “Island Funeral” – across the state line to a “delighted” Brandywine River Museum of Art. The museum, near the Wyeth family’s Chadds Ford homes and studios, has been given a share of 20 DuPont-owned artworks,…
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Radnor’s VWR Acquires Critical Storage for Its Lab Products
With 10 acquisitions in three years, Radnor-based VWR apparently needed space to put all of its new business, and this week’s buyout of EPL Archives provides 190,000 square feet for biostorage, according to a Philadelphia Business Journal report by John George. VWR has rapidly grown its portfolio of research lab products to more than 1.2…
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April 17 the Last Day to Register to Vote in Primary Election
Delaware County Councilman Dave White, council’s liaison to the Bureau of Elections and Voter Registration Department, is informing residents that there are several important dates coming up regarding the May 16 Primary Election. The last day to register to vote in the Primary Election is Monday, April 17. Citizens can register to vote at the…
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Delaware County Careers – Taylor Hospital
Located in Ridley Park and a part of the Crozer-Keystone Health System, Taylor Hospital was established in 1910, and now serves more than 7,000 admitted patients and 28,000 emergency room visits each year. Clinical Nutritionist This position evaluates patients’ nutritional status and assesses nutritional needs, develops and implements nutrition care plans, and evaluates and reports…
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Aston’s 2SP Brewing Company Takes Political Jab with New Beer
Craft-beer aficionados in Delaware County now have a chance to taste some Alternative Facts in a new brew from Aston’s 2SP Brewing Company, writes Rachel Vigoda for Eater Philadelphia. Last week, 2SP launched “Alternative Facts,” a new seven-percent ABV blonde stout. The unusual name is both a nod to White House spokesperson Kellyanne Conway’s recent…
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Boeing Wants $30 Million Grant to Woo Major Military Deal
A state grant worth $30 million might clear the way for Boeing to land a major military contract in Ridley Park that would provide work for a decade or two. Boeing has applied for the money from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program in order to get a $65 million project off the ground, according to…
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Interboro Music Teacher Hits the Right Note
She’s only a few years into her music teaching career, and Hannah Knauss of the Interboro School District is already hitting the right notes with students, administrators, and peers. Knauss just won the 2017 Outstanding Young Music Educator Award from the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association, according to a Ridley Town Talk report by Kevin Tustin.…
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County Council Honors Trailblazing Women in Business, Labor
Every March, County Council partners with the Delaware County Women’s Commission to recognize Women’s History Month and individuals who have profoundly influenced women in Delaware County. This year’s theme focused on women who have successfully challenged the role of women in both business and the paid labor force, with the theme “Honoring Trailblazing Women in…
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Delaware County Careers – Neumann University
Founded and sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, Neumann University is a private, Catholic, co-educational institution rooted in the Franciscan tradition, which emphasizes respect for individuals, concern for the environment, and social responsibility. Manager of User Services This position manages user services staffing and support needs associated with web-based student services, trains…
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County Commerce Director Earns Statewide Recognition as Economic Developer of the Year
From a casino and racetrack to a soccer stadium and the revitalization of the county’s waterfront refinery region, Patrick Killian has paved the way for economic development in Delaware County in the last 25 years. In his role as director of the Delaware County Commerce Center, Killian has attracted global companies to Delco, facilitated redevelopment…
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Garnet Valley High School Leads the Way in Ditching Textbooks for Digital Learning
Textbooks are not only weighing down students’ backpacks; they’re also weighing down school district budgets. And the enthusiasm to ditch textbooks in favor of digital resources for learning is reaching such a frenzied pace that one superintendent in the region said the trend is set to “grow exponentially as more schools post their learning materials…
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Philadelphia Union Names 13 Finalists for New Position of Chief Tattoo Officer
The Philadelphia Union has spilled the ink on its top prospects for the soccer team’s chief tattoo officer partnership, and 13 names are on the list. With the second round of cuts, Union executives have narrowed down what began as 150 applicants and will soon interview the best three to five artists or shops, according…
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Delaware County Careers – Power Home Remodeling
Headquartered in Chester, Power Home Remodeling has been a trusted name in replacement windows, siding, roofing, and entry doors since its founding in 1992, and has been named as one of the fastest-growing companies in the United states for six consecutive years. Marketing Representative This position generates business through the delivery of interactive presentations to prospective and…
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Boeing Exec Nominated by Trump for Deputy Defense Secretary
Patrick Shanahan, an executive at Boeing, has been nominated by President Trump for Deputy Defense Secretary, writes Thomas Gibbons-Neff for The Washington Post. Shanahan, the senior vice president of supply chain operations for Boeing, will serve as Defense Secretary Jim Mattis’s second-in-command if confirmed by the Senate. He will succeed Robert Work, who has agreed…
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It’s Not Too Late to Register for Tomorrow’s WOMENomics Forum in Wallingford
Join the Friends of the Delaware County Women’s Commission and Delaware County Business and Professional Women for its Annual WOMENomics Forum. WOMENomics will take place on Saturday, March 25 from 8 AM-12 PM at the Springhaven Club in Wallingford. The cost is $25; $20 for members of sponsoring organizations; $10 for students. The keynote speaker…
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SEPTA to Increase Prices on July 1
Commuters face more unwelcome news from SEPTA, as it has announced that fares will increase on July 1, writes Mark Dent for Billy Penn. The Broad Street Line and Market-Frankford Line, as well as buses and trolleys, will increase from $1.80 to $2.00, while single-ride tickets will go up from $2.25 to $2.50. Depending on…
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Local Films Highlight 10th Annual Media Film Festival from April 7-8
Several outstanding local filmmakers will have their work screened as part of this year’s Media Film Festival to be held from April 7-8 at the historic Media Theatre. This year marks the 10th Anniversary for the annual event featuring short, independent films. Festival-goers will be able to witness a live script reading from Hollywood actor…
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