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Radnor’s Safeguard Scientifics Hires First-Ever Chief Technology, Innovation Officer
Radnor-based Safeguard Scientifics has welcomed the president of Wayne’s Mobiquity, Scott Snyder, as its first-ever Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, writes Michelle Caffrey for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “I’m excited about what Safeguard has already built and the ability to interact with these almost 30 companies in the portfolio,” said Snyder, who is also a…
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House of the Week: 19th-Century Castle in Wayne
A stunning home, reminiscent of fairytale castles and designed by renowned architect William Price at the end of 19th century, is on sale in Wayne for $8.5 million, according to a report in the Philadelphia Inquirer. The breathtaking, 11,500-square-foot home has been expertly renovated, modernized, and expanded by KingsHaven Design and John Milner Architects. Situated…
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Wawa Doubling Size of Its Headquarters
Wawa is more than doubling the size of its headquarters in Chester Heights, west of Media, writes Joseph DiStefano for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Construction around the gray, stone house Wawa calls Red Roof started last spring. The additional 200,000 square feet includes a test kitchen, innovation-and-design center, and parking. This will allow Wawa to better…
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Tour Celebrates Life and Times in Delco History
A two-day “Life and Times Tour” of western Delaware County is giving people a chance to walk in the footsteps of people who settled and built the county, dating back to 1760. “Each year, we set aside the month of September to shine a spotlight on the rich history of our county, and we urge…
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Sponsors Needed for Delaware County’s 16th Annual Run for Heroes
Springfield resident John McFadden, a former chairman of Delaware County Council, remembers quite vividly how much he looked up to police, firefighters, and other first responders when he was a child. “I remember my grandfather and father taking me to the Thrill Show at JFK Stadium (in Philadelphia) when I was younger, and listening to…
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New Apartment Complex in Media to Revitalize West Side of Borough
Horsham’s BET Investments is moving ahead with construction of a new apartment complex on its newly purchased site in the heart of Media, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The property at 438 Baltimore Pike, which sits across from the Sterling Pig Brewery, is one of the first multifamily projects in downtown Media…
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Delaware County Careers – Sunoco Logistics
With a location in Newtown Square, Sunoco Logistics fills the vital role of moving energy resources through a network of trucks, pipelines, and storage terminals to the markets that demand them. Those resources include millions of gallons of crude oil, gasoline, diesel, and natural gas liquids such as propane, butane, and ethane that were once…
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Beloved by Tina Fey, Pica’s in Upper Darby Celebrates Six Decades of Success
Upper Darby’s Pica’s Restaurant is celebrating six decades of making delicious pizzas enjoyed by both young and old in Delaware County, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. The restaurant was made famous when Tina Fey proclaimed her love for the eatery’s pizza on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in 2014. The two Saturday Night…
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Neumann University Director to Speak on Sport, Mercy at Vatican
On Tuesday, Delaware County native Lee DelleMonache will board a plane bound for Rome, as her presence has been requested by the Vatican to speak on the issue of “Sport and Mercy” at the XIII International Symposium of University Professors from Sept. 7-11. Born in Lansdowne and reared in Middletown Township, DelleMonache – the director…
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Swarthmore Professor Recognized for Contribution to National Census of Writing
Jill Gladstein, an associate professor of English Literature at Swarthmore College, has been honored with the National Council of Writing Program Administrators Extraordinary Service Award for her contribution to the National Census of Writing. The National Census of Writing recently released the results of its ambitious survey on writing centers and programs across the country.…
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Education from Cheyney in Hotel, Restaurant Management Pays Off
All of the recent graduates from Cheyney University’s Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management program are gainfully employed in hospitality and related businesses, proving that an HRTM degree from the nation’s first Historically Black College or University is a valuable commodity. With seasoned faculty in the hospitality industry teaching HRTM students, hands-on experience via internships, and…
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Delaware County Careers – Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
With locations in Radnor and Media, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. is an international insurance brokerage and risk management services firm. It has operations in 33 countries and offers client-service capabilities in more than 150 countries around the world through a network of correspondent brokers and consultants. The firm was established in 1927 and is…
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Two Delco Wineries Get Green Light to Ship Directly to In-State Residents
Two Delaware County wineries have been granted permits to start shipping their wine directly to in-state residents, writes Kenneth Hilario for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board recently approved more than 80 expanded wine permits, following the passing of a recent bill that widened wine and beer sales in grocery stores, licensed…
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Low Taxes, Affordable Real Estate Make Brookhaven Ideal for First-Time Homeowners
With affordable real estate, a good school district, and property taxes lower than most areas in Delaware County, Brookhaven is a great choice for first time homeowners, writes Alan Heavens for the Philadelphia Inquirer. At this time, there are 37 active listings in Brookhaven, with prices ranging from $65,000 to $339,900, and more than 20…
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With Retirement on Horizon, Haverford Alum Did It All as Villanova Football Coach
When Villanova football coach Andy Talley first came to work on Lancaster Avenue, his program had no players, no coaches, and no facilities, writes Paul Franklin for PhillyVoice. Decades later, after not only reviving the program but also building a prototype for the Football Championship Subdivision level, the Haverford High School graduate is entering his…
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Forbes Ranks PECO Best Mid-Size Utility in America
There isn’t a better mid-size energy utility to work for in the entire country than the one right here in Greater Philadelphia. Innovative and rewarding, PECO topped the category in Forbes’ 2016 list of America’s Best Mid-Size Employers. “At PECO, we drive innovation and foster a culture of teamwork so our employees can work more creatively…
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SEPTA Assigns Media/Elwyn Line Extra Buses During Peak Hours
Starting on Sept. 6, SEPTA will be running supplemental buses during the morning and evening rush hours on several lines, including Media/Elwyn, to help alleviate problems caused by the current railcar shortage, according to a staff report from Plan Philly. The express buses will run from the most affected stations, while SEPTA hurries to replace…
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Delaware County Careers – Credit Mediators Inc.
Located in Upper Darby, Credit Mediators Inc. is a collection agency founded in 1976 with the goal of providing superior customer service, results, and integrity. To that formula, CMI added knowledgeable, experienced personnel, a modern facility, advanced technology, and innovative collection techniques. All of the above, in combination with old-fashioned hard work performed in a…
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