Commerce
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Deja Vu: Delaware County Looks to Up Taxes Again by 19 Percent
A proposed 19 percent increase in the Delaware County property tax for 2026 is not winning any popularity contests, especially coming only a year after taxpayers were hit with a 23 percent tax rise. Even those who proposed it don’t want it, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. If the tax rise goes through, it would…
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Holiday Outreach a Long-Standing Tradition at GMercyU
This holiday season, Gwynedd Mercy University continued its Holiday Outreach initiative, a service program that has been a tradition at the university for more than 25 years. Faculty, staff, and administration come together by department to “adopt” 15 families at the Gesu School in North Philadelphia. Each participating department provides a bountiful Thanksgiving meal and gift…
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Gadaleto’s Seafood Market Providing Free Meals to the Community
As the need for food security has risen throughout the local community, the owner of Gadaleto’s Seafood Market decided to take action, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6ABC. Located in West Chester, Gadaleto’s Seafood Market is open seven days a week, serving fresh crabs, lobsters, shellfish, and more. Now at Gadaleto’s, families can receive a free…
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Moody’s Just Upgraded Redeemer Health — Here’s What Changed
Montgomery County’s lone independent health system is getting a vote of confidence from the financial world, writes John George for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Moody’s Ratings has upgraded Redeemer Health’s outlook from negative to stable. It cites improving fiscal performance and stronger operating momentum at the Meadowbrook-based provider, which operates Holy Redeemer Hospital in Abington…
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First Bucks County CAVA to Open Later This Month at Village at Newtown
Mediterranean fast casual restaurant chain CAVA is set to open its first Bucks County location later this month at the Village at Newtown on Eagle Road, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Known for its Mediterranean-inspired bowls, pitas, dips and dressings, the newest eatery in the area will open its doors to patrons on Dec.…
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New Seven-Year Agreement Anchors Return of Cruising to Philadelphia with New Terminal
A 15.5-acre site recently acquired along the Delaware River will become the location of a Norwegian Cruise Line terminal, as the Port of Philadelphia moves forward with a seven-year deal that will bring cruises back to the city as a home port, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The agreement with the Miami-based…
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What Will Replace the Closed Iron Hill Brewery in Media Borough?
In Media Borough, there is a former Iron Hill Brewery sitting empty. Business owners are contemplating who might replace them, now that the company has filed for liquidation bankruptcy, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The empty building in Media is a silent reminder that Iron Hill was once a catalyst for kicking off…
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First Bank House of the Week: Charming Stone-Front Colonial in Newtown Square
A charming stone-front colonial home at 641 Andover Road on 3.35 attractive acres with five bedrooms and three full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown Square. This stately residence offers a perfect blend of classic charm and functional living. Refined details include marble flooring and wide plank hardwoods. Among the highlights…
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Boeing Awards $100K Grant to Foundation’s Family Village
The Foundation for Delaware County, a leading community foundation in the region, has announced a $100,000 grant from Boeing Philadelphia to support Family Village. Family Village, a program of the Foundation, is a comprehensive hub dedicated to ensuring all children in Delaware County have a strong start in life. The hub integrates a robust constellation…
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How Aqua Pennsylvania Prepares to Deliver Safe and Reliable Service in the Winter
A Pennsylvania winter can wreak havoc on water infrastructure when temperatures plunge, and ice coats our roads. Our team at Aqua Pennsylvania works year-round to protect the pipes beneath your streets, keep treatment plants operating 24/7, and modernize the thousands of miles of pipe that keep clean drinking water flowing to your tap — no…
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DCCC Culinary Arts Students Connect with Employers –and Will Soon Have New Home in Drexel Hill
Culinary job opportunities are heating up in Pennsylvania — especially in Delaware and Chester Counties, where the field of Culinary Arts remains a high-priority occupation. DCCC’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality Studies Program is all about connecting students to those opportunities. Last month, Villanova University’s Culinary Director and Executive Chef Christopher Wiseley visited DCCC Culinary Arts students in…
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Boston-Based Seyon Group Pays $17.5M for Three King of Prussia Buildings
Boston-based Seyon Group recently acquired three buildings in King of Prussia’s Renaissance Park for $17.5 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The three properties, totaling roughly 100,000 square feet, were sold by Brian O’Neill’s MLP Ventures and include 3600, 3602, and 3100 Horizon Drive, with the final address being the home of…
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West Chester’s Thomas Lambert, Pennsylvania’s First African American Chrysler Auto Dealer, Retires
Thomas Lambert of West Chester, the first African American Chrysler auto dealer in Pennsylvania and owner of Lambert Auto Body Shop, has retired, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Lambert launched his career in 1967 following his graduation from Morgan State University with a degree in business. He joined Girard Bank’s management program for three years…
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Bucks County Borough Boasts Impressive Bridge and Scenic Beauty
Home to just under 1,000 residents, Riegelsville provides a unique combination of canal history and picturesque scenery and includes a rare, century-old suspension bridge, writes Joshua Parle for the Islands. The Riegelsville Bridge, which remains in use today and links Pennsylvania to New Jersey, was designed by the engineers who built the Brooklyn Bridge. Thanks…
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Are Philadelphia Malls Like Franklin Mall Worthy Preservation Targets?
A discussion is emerging among Philadelphia preservationists about whether malls, which are increasingly threatened with decline, deserve preservation, writes Kyle Bagenstose for Hidden City. One example is Franklin Mall, which has seen a series of name and ownership changes in recent years. Most recently, its name changed from Philadelphia Mills after it was acquired over…
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Philadelphia Airport in Top 10 for Longest Departure Taxi Times
More time is spent these days on airport departures and arrivals, writes Andy Medici for Philadelphia Business Journal. The average departure taxi time increased from 17.82 minutes in 2019 to 18.26 minutes in 2024 at 83 major U.S. airports. Philadelphia International Airport ranked 10th for longest average departure taxi times in 2024, according to a…
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Delaware County Leadership: Dan Eisenstadt, CEO, Terramed Real Estate Solutions
Dan Eisenstadt, Founder and CEO of Terramed Real Estate Solutions, spoke with DELCO Today about his earliest experiments in entrepreneurship as a kid in Westchester County, scalping concert tickets, and selling software in the days of eight-inch floppy disks. After graduating from UVA Law School and Harvard Business School, having already co-founded the Auschwitz Jewish…
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Hosts December Events
December at the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is busy, with events that will spark ideas, strengthen networks, and bring a little holiday magic to your work week. From energizing forums on workforce and economic readiness, to a festive Sip & Shop at Chosen Tweed, to celebrating new openings and connecting with nonprofits, it’s a…
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