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Walter J. Fox, Noted Journalist and Author, Dies at 89
Walter J. Fox, a journalist and retired Temple and West Chester University professor raised in Lansdowne has died, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. He died Aug. 8 at age 89. He’s the author of “Writing the News: A Guide for Print Journalists”. From 1955 through 2020, he worked as a writer and reporter…
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What We’re Reading on Vacation: “Ghosts of Harvard”
It’s about that time for vacation, and I’ve got my stack of beach reads all ready, because what is a vacation if not toes in sand, book in hand? I’m most excited to read Ghosts of Harvard, a first novel by nearby Chester County native, Francesca Serritella. Francesca, a Great Valley graduate and New York…
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Delaware County Leadership: Glen Macnow, WIP and TV Host, Beer Slinger, PR Consultant
Havertown resident Glen Macnow, the long-time WIP sports-talk host, part-owner of Conshohocken Brewing Company, and the man who can’t quite get over the fact that people pay him to “talk about sports and beer, coach writing and write what I think,” recently sat down for an interview with DELCO Today. He spoke about growing up…
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‘Tell Us Your Story,’ and They Did. Sports Figures Share Life Stories on WIP
The popular “Tell Us Your Story” on 94WIP with Havertown’s Glen Macnow came about when the pandemic canceled sports, writes the staff of barrettsportsmedia.com. Macnow and his radio partner, Ray Didinger, wondered in March 2020 what they could possibly talk about. They decided to let their favorite sports legends tell their stories in detail from…
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Building a Local Public Relations Campaign Requires Using the Right Tool for the Right Job
My dad was an engineer for the U.S. Naval Shipyard in Philadelphia; he was part of a team that designed aircraft carriers. As such, his brain worked in a very methodical, precise way, even at home. When he would embark on a home improvement or car repair, a go-to mantra to his sons was: “The…
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How to Hedge your Bets in the Big Gamble of Releasing Information to the Press
Last week, we discussed some of the organizational events that can trigger the issuance of a press release. As a recap, it must be timely information that a journalist’s readers will find valuable. Now that the decision has been made to go forward with a press release, how do you assure that it will get…
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‘Let’s Put out a Press Release!’ When to Make a Big Show of Your Firm’s News — and When Not To
In those corny movie musicals of times gone by, a group of kids — almost always headed by Judy Garland — in need of funds for some adventure or other would enthusiastically brainstorm: “Let’s put on a show!” From there, the barn magically became a stage, a full orchestra supplied accompaniment and the resulting extravaganza…
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WIP’s Spike Eskin Sees Similarities Between Philly and New York as He Takes New Job
WIP’s Spike Eskin, a Delaware County resident, was torn between his love of Philadelphia and a chance to replace Mark Chernoff, longtime program director at the New York sports talk radio station, WFAN. Eskin, brand manager at SportsRadio 94 WIP in Philadelphia, decided to go for it, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. “It…
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Charles H. DeMirjian of Media, Who Led Successful Ad Campaigns for du Pont, Has Died at 95
A Media Borough man responsible for the marketing campaigns behind Rain Dance car care products, Corian countertops, and Stainmaster flooring, died March 8 at age 95, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Charles H. DeMirjian was a marketing innovator at E.I. duPont de Nemours Co. The creative artist spent 37 years at du Pont,…
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Neumann University: Student Radio Show Urges Listeners to Stay Woke
Are you woke? Shanice Boyd is, and she’s on a mission to make others as aware of injustice as she is. The junior at Neumann University hosts Stay Woke, a weekly 98.5 WNUW radio program to educate listeners about instances of bigotry and racism. “I want people to be aware of what the Black community…
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Garnet Valley Graduate Finds His Voice During TikTok Sea Shanty Craze
Recent Garnet Valley High School graduate Luke Taylor missed singing in the choir and performing in musicals. When the Sea Shanty craze took off on TikTok, he jumped on board with his own performances. Now he and his Basso profundo voice have 350,000 followers and 6 million views on just one video, writes Dayna Evans…
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After 30 Years, He’s Delivered His Last Newspaper in Delaware County
Sixty-five-year-old Paul Beckett delivered his last newspaper on Dec. 31, writes Leslie Krowchenko for the Daily Times. The newspaper delivery carrier has been working his paper route for 30 years. Now it’s time to retire. “I’m looking forward to things I haven’t had,” he said. “Things like vacations with my wife, Margie, going to bed…
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DELCO Today’s Parent Company a Finalist for 2021 Greater Philadelphia Social Innovations Award; Vote Now
American Community Journals – the parent company of VISTA Today, MONTCO Today, and DELCO Today – has been named a finalist for a 2021 Greater Philadelphia Social Innovations Award. The public can vote now until Dec. 20. Click here to cast your vote for American Community Journals to win a 2021 Greater Philadelphia Social Innovations…
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Redesign Heralds New Era at DELCO Today
With the debut of our website redesign, DELCO Today has come a long way since it launched exactly six years ago. Before November 2016, DELCO.Today existed only as an idea in the mind of publisher Ken Knickerbocker, who had long believed there was not only an audience but also a market for the positive news…
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Former Radnor Man Pens Book as a Warning to Others After Affair Ends in Murder Suicide
Former Radnor resident Mark Geradot is hoping his story of an affair that led to his wife’s suicide and his girlfriend’s murder will keep others from following the same path, writes Vinny Vella for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Geradot has published a book detailing his tumultuous marriage and affair that led to the tragic deaths. The…
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Cut Your Own Christmas Tree at This Delaware County Farm Starting This Week
If you are looking for the perfect Christmas tree to cut down with your family you are in luck, as one of the 11 best places in the suburbs for the occasion is located in Delaware County, writes Lisa Dukart for the Main Line Today. With a variety of live trees that are ready to…
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A Hike and a Brew: Philly Magazine Pairs Up Ridley Creek State Park and La Cabra Brewing in Berwyn
You can spend your weekends on some great hikes in the Greater Philadelphia area that also happen to be near local craft breweries, writes Gina Tomaine and Caroline Cunningham for Philadelphia Magazine Ridley Creek State Park in Media , with 13 miles of trails, continues to be one of Delaware County’s more popular hiking spots,…
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Veteran’s Day Parade in Media Will Be Virtual Today for Spectators With Live Performances, Speeches
Delaware County will hold its 61st annual Veterans Day Parade virtually today, Nov. 11, at 10:45 a.m. Traditionally, residents and students line the streets of Media to celebrate Delaware County’s heroes in a parade down State Street, followed by a ceremony in front of the Delaware County Courthouse. This year’s tribute will take place virtually…
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