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Greystone Elementary Arc Mini Bubble Walk Teaches Inclusion and Empathy to Next Generation
The Arc of Chester County is helping shape a more compassionate future by bringing lessons of empathy and acceptance directly to young people. A recent Mini Bubble Walk at Greystone Elementary School demonstrated how the nonprofit organization is fostering understanding among the next generation. During the event, fifth-grade students spent time walking, running, and blowing…
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From Textile Hub to Vintage Row: How Philadelphia’s Fabric Row Is Redefining South 4th Street
Philadelphia’s historic Fabric Row is in the middle of a transformation, as longtime textile merchants and newer independent business owners work to redefine the South 4th Street corridor for a new generation, according to Sara Radin for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Once anchored by family-run textile shops rooted in the neighborhood’s Jewish immigrant heritage, the corridor…
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The Michener Art Museum Was Once a Jail. A New Exhibit Brings That History to Life.
Thousands of visitors have walked through the Michener Art Museum over the years without realizing they were standing on the grounds of the former Bucks County Jail. Now, one of America’s most acclaimed contemporary artists is helping tell that story. The Michener Art Museum will unveil Permanence: We Were Here on June 5, a newly…
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You’ll Need a $200,000 Salary to Afford These Delaware County Homes
To buy median-priced Delaware County homes in these two ZIP Codes, you’re going to need an annual salary of $200,000, writes Joanne Drilling and Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. That’s despite a recent drop in mortgage rates. There are nine ZIP codes in the Philadelphia metro area requiring at least $200,000, according to a…
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Ridley Park’s Rosemary Revamps Menu, Prices to Reflect Local Economics
Rosemary, the Ridley Park restaurant that has received rave reviews for its sophisticated city dining experience in the suburbs, is now streamlining its menu to boost lagging business, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Rosemary’s opened in June 2023 with the most ambitious menu in Delaware County. The customer count and revenue have not…
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Blackbird Health Expands into Lancaster, Seeks Clinicians to Meet Demand for Pediatric Mental Health Care
As Blackbird Health officially opens its new pediatric mental health clinic in Lancaster, the organization is also actively recruiting clinicians to help meet the growing demand for children’s behavioral health services across the region. Located at 1390 Harrisburg Pike, the new clinic opened June 1 and represents a significant investment in expanding access to specialized…
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Widener University Honors Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green With 2026 Eckard Award for Distinguished Service
At Widener University, two employees who have spent a combined three decades quietly making the institution stronger were recognized this year with the university’s highest honor for staff excellence. Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green are the 2026 recipients of the university’s William David Eckard Jr. Award for Distinguished Service. Austin, of Wilmington, Delaware, is…
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This West Chester Salon Created a Calming Space for Clients with Sensory Sensitivities
For many families with children who struggle with sensory overload, a simple haircut can feel anything but simple. Wild Horse Salon in West Chester is working to change that, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Owner Maureen Helms recently unveiled a dedicated “Sensory Room” inside the salon, which is a quiet, carefully designed space built to make haircuts…
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D.R. Horton Eyes 130-Acre Honey Brook Site, Local Speedway for New 170-Home Community
One of the nation’s largest homebuilders has its sights set on rural Chester County, and its plans include saving a local speedway in the process, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. D.R. Horton is proposing a 170-home development on 130 acres next to the Honey Brook Speedway. The planned community, called Arbor’s Glen, would feature 85 duplex buildings and public amenities. In atypical fashion for the company, D.R. Horton…
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Embassy Suites Near Philadelphia Airport Listed for Sale As Investors Eye 2026 Event Boom
A well-known all-suite hotel steps from Philadelphia International Airport has hit the market, and the timing is no coincidence. The Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport, a 263-room property at 9000 Bartram Ave., is being offered for sale as investors look to cash in on what could be one of the most lucrative stretches in…
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263-Room Philadelphia Airport Hotel for Sale: Embassy Suites Lists at $40M Appraisal
A familiar name near Philadelphia International Airport could soon be under new ownership. The 263-room Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport at 9000 Bartram Ave. has been put up for sale by Dallas-based Ashford Hospitality Trust, a move that would mark the company’s exit from the Greater Philadelphia market, according to Emma Dooling of the…
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Buc-ee’s vs. Wawa: A Philly Fan’s Honest Review of the South’s Most Hyped Convenience Store
What happens when a die-hard Wawa fan spends nearly five hours driving to check out the South’s most hyped convenience store? Stephanie Farr of The Philadelphia Inquirer made exactly that trip and came back with plenty of thoughts. Farr’s destination was the 74,000-square-foot Buc-ee’s in Mount Crawford, Va., a Texas-born chain with a fanbase so passionate it made her…
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Which Wawa Coffee Has the Most Caffeine? The Answer May Surprise You
Wawa customers choose their coffee for all kinds of reasons. Some want the smooth taste of Cold Brew. Others prefer a handcrafted latte or a flavored iced coffee. But if your goal is simple – getting the most caffeine for the least money – the answer depends on whether you’re optimizing for total caffeine or…
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Don’t Foil the Fun: PECO Shares Tips on Keeping Balloons Away from Power Lines
With graduation season underway, PECO is reminding customers to use caution when celebrating with mylar balloons. When these foil balloons contact power lines or electric equipment, their metallic coating can cause electrical surges that can damage infrastructure, disrupt service, and impact the environment. In 2025, there were 55 outage events in which more than 12,000 PECO…
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Delaware County Rapid Response Fund Played Essential Role to Nonprofits, Supported by Generous Donors
When SNAP benefits were paused, and families across Delaware County were struggling to put food on the table, two of the county’s philanthropic organizations stepped in to provide emergency funding. The Foundation for Delaware County and The Community’s Foundation activated the Delaware County Rapid Response Fund in November 2025, mobilizing emergency dollars for nonprofits on…
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South Philadelphia’s Stadium District Is Getting a $30 Million Traffic Overhaul — Here’s What to Expect
South Philadelphia’s Stadium District has earned its reputation twice over: as one of the nation’s great sports destinations, and as one of its most reliable traffic nightmares. The latter is about to change. Pennsylvania is committing nearly $30 million to overhaul how traffic moves in and out of the South Philadelphia sports complex that is…
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K9 Resorts Is Bringing Dog Summer Camp to Bethlehem and Chalfont This June
Dogs in Bucks County are getting a summer upgrade this year, and it goes well beyond the usual belly rubs and afternoon naps, writes Lacey Latch for Bucks County Courier Times. New Jersey-based K9 Resorts is rolling out an eight-week summer camp program at its Bethlehem and Chalfont locations, running June 16 through Aug. 9,…
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Neumann University Partners with Local Police to Tackle Nearly 1,000 Cases Through Student-Led N.I.T.E. Center
In two years, Neumann University students have helped solve nearly 1,000 crimes. And they’re just getting started. The N.I.T.E. Center, short for Neumann Investigative Technology Excellence Center, marked its second anniversary this spring, and the numbers tell a striking story. Since opening in May 2024, the center has assisted with 988 cases across 64 police departments and agencies, including 424 digital forensic investigations…
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