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Villanova French Colonial Home Available for Sale at $4.5 Million
A Villanova French Colonial home with an indoor basketball court, a “pub” room, and a wine closet that can hold 800 bottles is available for sale at $4.8 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The 7,328-square-foot home dates back to 1953. It was renovated and expanded in the early 2000s. The home…
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Philadelphia International Airport Gets a New Look for 2026 Visitors
Philadelphia International Airport is gearing up for an expected surge in visitors this year with a $500 million upgrade that will include new restrooms and exit lanes, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The funding is coming from a $935 million capital-improvement agreement between Philadelphia’s Department of Aviation and airlines serving PHL, supported by…
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4 Delaware County ZIP Codes Expected to See the Greatest Rise in Home Value
Delaware County home values are expected to rise the most in four ZIP Codes, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. They are included in a list of 15 Philadelphia-area ZIP Codes expected to see the most home value change this year. Making the Delaware County list are the communities of Upper Darby, Collingdale, Chester,…
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Protect Your Most Valuable Property
Most professionals assume they have a time management problem. But in many cases, the real issue is something deeper. It’s an attention management problem. Entrepreneurial coach Dan Sullivan describes attention as a form of property — something you own and have the right to control. Yet in today’s busy world, it often feels like everyone…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Highlights Leak Repair Program Following Fix A Leak Week
Aqua Pennsylvania recently joined in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) annual Fix A Leak Week by shining a light on a program that goes further than leak-detection tips: Aqua’s Leak Repair Program, which helps income-eligible customers cover the cost of fixing leaks that are driving up their water bills when customers reach out to Aqua before a…
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New WilmU Course Helps Students Navigate AI in the Workplace
Whether you find artificial intelligence interesting or intimidating, experts say you need to know how to use it effectively to keep pace with the workplace, which is why Wilmington University (WilmU) developed a new course called Gen AI and the Future of Work (BBA 201). “AI will be a powerful partner in the future of work, augmenting human capabilities rather than replacing them,” said Dr. Robin Weinstein, Dean of the College of Business and Technology. “The…
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With Four Decades Under Her Belt, ‘Queen of TV Shopping’ Bids Farewell to HSN
Host Bobbi Ray Carter has spent 43 years wearing the crown of “OG and Queen of TV Shopping” at HSN, becoming a monumental voice of live shopping in the homes of millions, reports HSN at PRNewswire. With the network’s earliest days as Home Shopping Network, Carter started in 1983 when HSN was a small studio…
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Imagine Delco: A Conversation About Helping Our Children
Delaware County leaders from different backgrounds gathered March 17 to figure out how to protect the county’s most precious resource: its youth. The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce hosted a World Cafe-style conversation that asks the question, “What kind of county are we building for the next generation—and how do we build it better together?”…
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It All Started With David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust at Tower Theater
Marla Kanevsky, all of 14, wrote an honest letter to David Bowie about his concert at the Tower Theater in Upper Darby. The letter was apparently well-received, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. Kanevsky wrote she didn’t really care for Ziggy Stardust when she first heard it, but over time, the music was “life-changing.” “And in…
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Shadow Days at Immaculata University Give Students a Real College Experience
For many high school students, choosing the right college can feel overwhelming. Websites, brochures, and campus tours provide valuable information, but they don’t always capture what daily academic life is truly like. At Immaculata University, a growing initiative known as group shadow days is helping prospective students gain that deeper understanding through immersive, hands-on experiences.…
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David’s Bridal Expands Beyond Retail With New Wholesale Push
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal is launching a wholesale division with designer gowns and boutique-focused services, writes Tatiana Walk-Morris for Retail Dive. David’s Bridal is adding a new business line, launching a wholesale division aimed at boutiques, small businesses, and larger retail partners. The new push will begin with capsule collections featuring more than 50…
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After Years of Trying, Downingtown Teacher Gets His ‘Jeopardy!’ Moment
For West Chester resident Chris Kearney, a Downingtown High School West teacher, who appeared on Jeopardy! last week was the culmination of a lifelong dream that began in middle school, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Having grown up watching the show, Kearney decided eight years ago to pursue his dream of appearing. He took the 50-question online qualifying test…
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Bucks County Plant Nursery Ranked in the Top Ten in the Country by USA Today
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve’s Native Plant Nursery in Solebury was recently ranked as one of the top nurseries in the country, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The Bucks County nursery was listed in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, placing at No. 10 in the ranking. According to a press release from the USA Today Network, the nurseries…
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Northeast Philadelphia Airport Set for Upgrades After Receiving $1.4M in Federal Funding
Northeast Philadelphia Airport has received $1.4 million in federal funding, which will be used to administer several infrastructure upgrades, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC10 Philadelphia. The funding was presented by Congressman Brendan Boyle during a recent press conference via two checks. “This is the third busiest airport in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,” said Congressman Boyle. “So, this…
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Jackson Street Steaks & Brewpub Brings a New Combo to Media
Jackson Street Steaks & Brewpub in Media has the perfect combination: Cheesesteaks and beer, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29 Philadelphia. The shop is the creation of three Fishtown entrepreneurs. It’s been open about a month and already has a faithful gathering of customers. Gus and Pete are owners of Pete’s Famous Pizza and Moustaki’s…
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Delaware County in Top 100 Best Counties to Live in Nation, 4th in PA
Delaware County is one of the best counties to live in Pennsylvania as well as one of the top 100 in the nation, according to a new report by Niche. To determine the ranking, Niche compared counties in the country based on relevant metrics, such as public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local…
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These Local Plant Shops Will Satisfy All Your Gardening Needs
Whether you’re looking to spruce up your home with some houseplants or create the outdoor garden of your dreams, there are plenty of plant shops in the Philly suburbs to check out, including these shops and centers in Delaware County, writes Lauren DePiero, Danielle Fusaro, and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Mostardi Nursery…
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Celebrating a Delaware County Chicken Invasion 50 Years Ago
The first Chick-fil-A came to Delaware County in 1974, when owner Gene Ontjes of Middletown brought the fast-food restaurant to the Granite Run Mall, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. It’s been 50 years since the Granite Run Mall store opened, and even though the mall is gone, Ontjes keeps the popular franchise going…
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