Government & Politics
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Wall Street Journal: Delco an Area Targeted for Precise Data Voter Sifting
The improvement in data analytics, which allow political consultants to identify and target persuadable voters, has been especially prominent in southeastern Pennsylvania this election cycle, writes Michelle Hackman for The Wall Street Journal. Last month, the super PAC of the liberal group League of Conservation Voters announced it would be knocking on voters’ doors in…
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Delco Councilmen Try to Retain Gaming Tax Funds from Harrah’s by Testifying in Harrisburg
The Pennsylvania legislature has little time to fix a portion of the state’s gaming law to ensure that Delaware County residents are not hit with a big loss in revenue from its only casino. Delaware County Council Chairman Mario J. Civera Jr. and Councilman John McBlain traveled to Harrisburg this week to speak up to…
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Sign Up Now for Friday’s State Forum on Issues Impacting Delco Businesses
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will host the 2016 annual report and discussion on state legislative issues affecting Delaware County on Friday at the Inn at Swarthmore from 8-10 AM. State Representatives will remark on the state budget, business taxes, and other current topics in legislation that impact Delaware County businesses. In a collaborative…
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Annual Access to Jobs Expo Set for Thursday at Springfield Country Club
During a recent meeting, Delaware County Council announced the Delaware County Transportation Management’s annual Access to Jobs Expo. The event will take place Thursday, Oct. 20 from 9 AM-1 PM at the Springfield Country Club. It is presented by the Transportation Management Association (DCTMA) in conjunction with County Council, the County Office of Workforce Development,…
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Neumann Alumna Discusses Her Experiences as Undocumented Immigrant
Maria Sotomayor, a 2013 Neumann University graduate and the civic engagement coordinator for the Pennsylvania Immigration and Citizenship Coalition (PICC), spoke to Criminal Justice majors yesterday at her alma mater. She described her experience as an undocumented immigrant and discussed PICC’s mission – to advance immigrants’ rights and promote their full integration into society by…
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Supreme Court’s Casino Tax Verdict Could Devastate Chester
Rather than “all in,” the Pennsylvania Supreme Court is sending local assessment taxes on casinos “all back,” and the decision could have a disastrous effect on communities like Chester. A recent decision found the tax, which has levied the greater of $10 million or two percent on casinos’ annual slot machine revenue since 2004, to…
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Delaware County Council Kicks Off 14th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive
As the 2016 Thanksgiving holiday approaches, social service agencies are focusing on the new face of hunger and the fact that working families and children can struggle with “food insecurity” as much as people living in poverty. In recognition of the need to help feed hungry families, Delaware County Council kicked off the annual Thanksgiving…
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Backlash Prompts Villanova College Republicans to Nix Controversial Conservative’s Campus Visit
The Villanova College Republicans have abandoned their plans to bring Milo Yiannopoulos as a guest speaker to campus after a backlash from students, writes Daniel Craig for PhillyVoice. Yiannopoulos, one of the leaders of the so-called “alt-right” movement and tech editor for the conservative news site Breitbart, announced on his website that he was scheduled…
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Delco Council Promotes Kindness, Acceptance During Bullying Prevention Month
Delaware County Council has declared October as Bullying Prevention Month in Delaware County, calling to action teachers, parents, students, and everyone in the community to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Council invited youth who face challenges involving bullying, mental health, or substance abuse to join the youth empowerment group MY LIFE. “Every day, children and…
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Recovery Programs in Delco Recognized for Work to End Cycle of Addiction
Delaware County Council declared September as Recovery Month in Delaware County, and praised the work of two recovery house programs, Myra’s Place and MVP. “September is National Recovery Month, a time when we need to celebrate the people who are living healthy and productive lives in recovery, and a time to recognize the dedicated people…
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Delco Council Offers Free Emergency Preparedness Guide to All Residents
Delaware County Council wants every household in the county to be prepared for any type of emergency, from an ice storm that knocks out power to a major accident that closes our highways. Council partnered with the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) to publish a glossy, informative guide that details how to create an emergency…
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As a Familiar Face, Chester’s New CFO Hopes to Solve Debt Problems
A familiar face in Chester is digging deeper into the city’s debt problems in hopes of saving it from financial ruin, and a renewed focus on economic development could be on the horizon. The Chester City Council just created a new chief financial officer position, and Councilman Nafis Nichols has taken on the challenge. Two…
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Newest Member of Delco’s Court Team Has Four Legs, Offers Furry Comfort
Being in a courthouse can be an intimidating experience for people of any age, but for a child, it can be downright scary. The Delaware County Court of Common Pleas in Media has added a new “employee,” Frangelica, whose gentle, tail-wagging presence is intended to calm children and their families, and ease their fears while…
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Free Program at Neumann University to Focus on Embedding Culture of Safety in Daily Life
The Delaware County Partnership for Public Safety has announced that it will host a public program for local businesses, academic and healthcare institutions, and non-profit organizations on strategies for entities to embed safety as part of their daily culture. The program, which is free and open to the public, will take place on Tuesday, Oct.…
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Miss Cheyney University, a Boothwyn Native, Crowned White House HBCU All-Star
Her recent crowning as the 2016 Miss Cheyney University is likely to become just a snapshot of the attention that junior Anitra Jackson will soon experience. The three-sport queen chasing down two Cheyney degrees in three years has also been named an all-star by the White House Initiative for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Cheyney’s…
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Senator Killion Pushes for Wine Sales at Beer Distributors During Glen Mills Press Conference
State Senator Tom Killion used the opportunity during a press conference on Tuesday at D&I Beverages in Glen Mills to reiterate his support for granting beer distributors the right to sell wine, writes Kevin Tustin for The Times Herald. While Act 39 expanded wine sales to grocery stores last month, beer distributors are still only…
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Newtown Square Native Earns Prestigious Appointment as White House Fellow
The President’s Commission on White House Fellowships has announced the appointment of the 2016-2017 class of White House Fellows, and it includes Newtown Square native Joseph McGeehin, a 2002 graduate of Malvern Prep. The Fellows come from diverse backgrounds, varied professions, and have demonstrated a strong commitment to public service and leadership. The White House…
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Demographic Change in Philadelphia Suburbs to Impact Presidential Election
The demographics of the vote-rich Philadelphia suburbs continue to change, making the region an important battleground in November’s presidential election, writes Maddie Hanna and Michaelle Bond for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties have grown faster than the rest of the state. They have added college graduates to become more highly educated…
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