Commerce
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New Bakery Opens in Aston
Misty Solomon, the owner of Devour Desserts in Aston’s Valley View Plaza Shopping Center, has long awaited the launch of her new bakery at the former location of Viso’s Authentic Italian Desserts, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Delaware County News Network. Solomon painted the shop fuchsia and white, giving the 3,500-square-foot space a new look…
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Villanova Professor One of 10 Millennials to Watch in Higher Education
Villanova University professor Alexander Diaz-Lopez is one of the Philadelphia Business Journal’s 10 Millennials to Watch in Higher Education, writes Michelle Caffrey. Diaz-Lopez, a native of Puerto Rico, decided to settle in the region because of its many opportunities in higher education. After graduating from Notre Dame, he arrived in Greater Philadelphia to take a…
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Two Delco Legislators Aim to Give Women More Defenses Against Sexual Harassment
Two Delaware County legislators have introduced bills in Harrisburg to provide women with more defenses against sexual harassment in the workplace, writes Rick Kauffman for the Daily Times. Last week, Rep. Leanne Krueger-Braneky of Swarthmore and Rep. Margo Davidson of Upper Darby were among the legislators who introduced the package of sexual harassment bills. [uam_ad…
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Group Buying Archdiocese’s Land in Marple Township to Keep Most as Open Space
The new buyer of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s land in Marple Township plans to keep most of it as open space, writes Caitlin McCabe for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The 213-acre property was originally sold to developer Bruce Goodman three years ago. He had plans to build 300-plus townhomes and carriage houses, as well as businesses…
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WCU Prof Testifies During Redistricting Trial: ‘This Is a Gerrymandered Map’
While testifying recently at the state gerrymandering trial, West Chester University political science professor John J. Kennedy said that Pennsylvania’s congressional map takes splitting communities to a new level, writes Jonathan Lai for the Philadelphia Inquirer. “The 2011 map carves up Pennsylvania’s communities of interest at an unprecedented level, and contains more anomalies than ever…
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DELCO Careers – AmeriHealth Caritas
Tinicum-based AmeriHealth Caritas, a provider of managed care solutions, including Medicaid, Medicare, and CHIP – plus pharmacy benefit management, behavioral health, and administrative services, has the following Delaware County positions posted: Financial Analyst – Information Systems The IS Financial Analyst at AmeriHealth Caritas plays a pivotal role by combining the traditional planning and analysis responsibilities with…
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Video: Delaware County Community College Wishes You a Happy Holiday Season
As 2017 comes to a close, Dr. L. Joy Gates Black, president of Delaware County Community College, takes a moment to reflect on this year of new beginnings at the school. “I joined the college as president in July, and am inspired by the hard work of our faculty, staff, and community partners in providing…
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DELCO Careers – The Episcopal Academy
Based in Newtown Square, The Episcopal Academy, founded in 1785, a private, co-educational school for grades Pre-K through 12, has the following Delaware County career positions posted: Associate Director of Institutional Advancement Reporting to the Director of Institutional Advancement, the Associate Director of Institutional Advancement will oversee internal operations, a sophisticated annual giving and alumni…
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Students in Young Entrepreneurs Academy Working Hard on Their Business Plans
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is a groundbreaking program that transforms middle and high school students into real, confident entrepreneurs. Through the year-long program, students in grades 6-12 generate business ideas, conduct market research, write business plans, pitch to a panel of investors, and launch their very own companies. The students of the local YEA!…
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Radnor’s SeventySix Capital Closes $10 Million Fund Focused on Sports Technology Startups
Radnor’s SeventySix Capital has completed the initial closing on a new $10 million fund that will primarily focus on sports technology startups, writes Roberto Torres for Technical.ly Philly. The fund will also cover health, wellness, and the future of retail. The firm, which recently added Ryan Howard of Phillies fame as a partner, already has…
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Repurposing of 84-Mile Pipeline to Give Region Access to Low-Cost, Domestic Natural Gas
New infrastructure to increase access to domestic energy is needed for southeastern Pennsylvania to become more energy competitive and reach its economic growth potential. Adelphia Gateway – a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources Corporation, a Fortune 1000 company that provides safe and reliable natural gas and clean energy services – aims to provide southeastern Pennsylvania…
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DNB First House of the Week: Colonial Manor in Media
A colonial manor with six bedrooms and four full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Media. This stunning estate set on 3.64 private acres comes with a three-car garage, indoor pool, and many other breathtaking features. The entrance features hardwood floors that flow into the spacious living room with a beautiful marble…
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Havertown Nonprofit Launches Capital Campaign for Music, Arts Center
Kelly Music for Life, a Havertown-based nonprofit dedicated to improving lives and communities through music and arts, has launched a $500,000 capital campaign to raise funds to open The Kelly Center for Music, Arts, and Community located at 4 East Eagle Road. Currently, the majority of performance spaces in Havertown are bars. This means that…
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Nick’s House Opens Its Doors in Swarthmore
Nick’s House, a temporary home for cancer patients and their families, has opened its doors in Swarthmore, according to a report from CBS Philly. The new facility is run by the Holmes-based HEADstrong Foundation. It will provide shelter to patients who live far from Philadelphia but have to travel to the city to receive treatment.…
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Delaware County Community College’s Presidential Lineage Celebrated in New Mural
Dr. Jerry Parker – who recently retired after 40 years of service to Delaware County Community College – has officially handed the presidential reins to Dr. L. Joy Gates Black, only the fourth person to sit at the helm of the 50-year-old institution. That changing of the guard is celebrated in a new mural in…
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DELCO Careers – FXI
Media-based FXI, a leading producer of foam innovation for the home, healthcare, electronics, industrial, personal care and transportation markets, has the following Delaware County positions posted: Buyer The Buyer at FXI ensures materials, including fabrics, covers and corrugated, as well as indirect MRO goods and services, ranging from pumps and motors to office supplies, are…








































