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2017 Investment Analyst: ‘Wawa a Small-Scale Cult in Philadelphia Area’
Even in a conversation about one of investors’ favorite convenience store chains, Wawa steals the show. Prompted by disappointing third-quarter profits from Midwest C-store franchise Casey’s General Stores, Bill Barker of Motley Fool Funds quickly steered the show to Wawa, the “Casey’s General of the Mid-Atlantic,” during a Market Foolery episode by Chris Hill on Madison.com.…
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In 2017, Remake of Granite Run Mall Seen as New Trend
The resurrection of the abandoned Granite Run Mall in Middletown Township as a mix of entertainment, dining, retail, apartments, and office space could become the face of the future. What was propped up by a $122 million loan a decade ago sold for $24.2 million in 2013 and invited a $120 million redevelopment by BET…
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In 2017, Marple Man ‘the Clark Griswold of Delaware County
Steve Reynolds is sort of the Clark Griswold of his neighborhood, known around Marple for his home’s elaborate Christmas decorations, and this year, he has raised the bar even higher, writes Pete Bannan for the Delaware County News Network. Reynolds decided to pay homage to the Eagles’ successful season by turning his home on South…
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If You’re in the Market for a New Home, You May Have More Buying Power in 2023
If you’re planning to buy a new home in 2023, the first few months of the new year may provide buying power and present a better-than-anticipated buyers’ market due to several factors that are not only influencing homebuyers’ financial position but also easing the inventory constraints we’ve seen in recent years. Key Market Factors With…
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In 2018, 3 Delco ‘Angels on Earth’ Kept Girl’s Wish Alive
Three Delaware County men helped keep alive a wish made by a little girl who wanted to cheer up hospitalized children, writes Rose Quinn for the Delaware County News Network. Ridley Township Detective Gerard Scanlan Jr., Jeff Tyler of Tyler Transport Solutions in Chester Heights, and Dan Emmerson of Ridley Township continued the legacy of…
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In 2018: Some of the Region’s Best Pasta was Found Right Here in Delco at These Two Italian Restaurants
Those craving some exceptional pasta don’t have to travel far to indulge their appetite, as two Italian restaurants in Delaware County offer some of the best pasta in the Philadelphia area, writes Sinead Cummings for PhillyVoice. In honor of National Pasta Day on Oct. 17, PhillyVoice compiled a list of the region’s best Italian restaurants…
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Delco Was 2018 Home to 1 of 100 Best Brunch Restaurants in America
Great food and an amazing ambiance have again secured the Terrain Garden Café in Glen Mills a place on OpenTable’s annual list of the 100 Best Brunch Restaurants in America, writes Karla Alindahao for Forbes. The list is one of the best guides for diners who enjoy a good meal, as it is not created…
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Sea Isle City Acquires Nickname of ‘Delaware County East’
Sea Isle City, N.J., has acquired the nickname of “Delaware County East” due to the number of people here who vacation at the popular beach town, writes Donald Wittkowski for Sea Isle News. “I’ve heard that many, many people come here on vacation from Delaware County,” said Sea Isle City Mayor Leonard Desiderio. Quite a…
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Hit Steve Gunn 2019 Single Invokes Spirit of Upper Darby Neighborhood
Lansdowne-born musician Steve Gunn has released his latest album, The Unseen in Between, which takes his music in a more personal direction, writes Tom Beck for Philadelphia Weekly. One of the hit singles from the album – “Stonehurst Cowboy” – tells the story of the artist’s recently departed father, who grew up as a street-fighting…
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U.S. News & World Report Recognizes Blue Bell’s Wisler Pearlstine as One of the Region’s Best Law Firms
U.S. News & World Report has recognized Wisler Pearlstine — a Blue Bell-based law firm that serves Greater Philadelphia with outstanding, cost-effective, and highly responsive legal assistance — as one of the region’s best law firms. Wisler Pearlstine was named a Tier 1 Philadelphia firm in two practice areas, Family Law and Municipal Law, in…
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Year-End Tax Planning Checklist: Steps to Maximize Your Financial Plan
Before the year comes to a close, there are some things you should review and consider with your overall financial plan. This past year has brought challenges such as inflation and a weak market performance, and with rising interest rates and new legislation now may be the best time to make adjustments before 2022 ends. …
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A Marvel of Horticulture and Engineering, Longwood’s Garden Railway Holds Special Place in Hearts of Many
For Mark Kosteski, the Guest Engagement Lead at Longwood Gardens, and millions of other Americans, Christmas and trains go hand in hand. “When you put the two together,” he said, “it creates joy and happiness — and great memories.” This holiday season marks the 22nd anniversary of Longwood’s whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway. A fanciful blend…
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Six Middle Schools in Delco Rank Among Top 100 Highest-Scoring Schools on Eighth-Grade PSSAs
Six middle schools in Delaware County rank among the state’s Top 100 highest-scoring schools on the eighth-grade PSSA (Pennsylvania System of School Assessment) exams, writes Ethan Lott for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The PSSAs are taken by students in grades three through eight. The Pittsburgh Business Times used the results recently released by the Pennsylvania…
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WSFS CARES Foundation Provides Fourth-Quarter Grants to Local Community Organizations
The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Bank, has provided grants to two community organizations located in Delaware and New Jersey as part of its continuing series of philanthropic activities. The grants will support the following organizations: “For nearly 200 years, WSFS has been committed to providing vital support to our communities,”…
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Giving the Gift of Donations: A Guide to Maximize Year-End Charitable Giving and Tax Deductions
Six out of 10 American households do charitable giving, according to The Philanthropy Roundtable, and December is the month Americans make more charitable gifts than any other.* So how to make the most of your generosity? Here’s what to consider as giving season draws near. Check Your List Most people give to the same charities…
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Delco Home to Three of Pennsylvania’s Safest-Driving ‘Cities’
A new report ranks three towns in Delaware County among the safest-driving “cities” in Pennsylvania, writes Adam Johnson for QuoteWizard. The report ranks “cities” based on overall driver quality. To determine the rankings, the site compiled more than 100,000 data points from users across Pennsylvania. Each place was then compared on their overall incidents, speeding…
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Renowned Burglary of FBI Office in Media and Upper Darby Native Jim Croce to Receive Historical Markers
The renowned burglary of an FBI office in Media and Upper Darby native Jim Croce are two of the 18 subjects that have received approval for historical markers by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, according to a report from The Associated Press. The two subjects were selected from the 55 that were nominated and…
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In Wake of Its Centennial, Royer-Greaves School for Blind in Paoli to Hire Executive to Lead Fundraising Efforts
Royer-Greaves School for Blind opened its doors 100 years ago to give children with visual impairment and an intellectual or developmental disability something they did not have: a place to learn, grow and attain and enjoy the most independent lives possible. In the century since, the nonprofit school in Paoli has changed and grown in…
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