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Haverford College President Wendy Raymond to Step Down in 2027
Haverford College President Wendy Raymond announced she would be retiring in June 2027, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The college will begin a search for a new president in the new year. “This was not an easy decision, but after more than three decades in higher education, I am ready to step away…
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Bryn Mawr Birth Center Closing After Nearly Half a Century
The Lifecycle Wellness and Birth Center in Bryn Mawr is closing after 47 years and 16,000 babies, writes Nicole Leonard for WHYY. The Center will stop delivering babies by Feb. 15. Other services, including prenatal, postpartum, gynecology, lactation support, and mental health services, will gradually close in February and end by late March. Lifecycle Wellness…
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With State Budget in Place, Delaware County Shelters Can Reopen
The Community Action Agency of Delaware County, which operates three homeless shelters and a rental assistance program, is starting to open some doors. A lack of a state budget had the organization reduce capacity at one of its shelters by 50 percent and close the other two on Nov. 1. With the state budget impasse…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Named 2026 Best Nursing Home
Freedom Village at Brandywine has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2026 by U.S. News & World Report. Since its debut in 2009, the annual U.S. News Best Nursing Homes analysis has served as a critical resource, providing trusted, data-driven insights to families – in consultation with their health care providers – seeking…
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Wilmington University to Host Virtual Open House on Dec. 3
Wilmington University (WilmU) will host a Virtual Open House on Wednesday, Dec. 3, offering prospective students the chance to explore programs, connect with staff, and learn how to jump-start — or accelerate — their education. The event runs 7:00 AM-7:00 PM, with live chat beginning at 11:00 AM. This flexible, all-day format makes it easy…
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Local Supermarkets Are Being Gobbled Up by Big-Name Grocers
For the last 30 years, the traditional supermarket industry has shrunk to a handful of big-name grocers, writes Kevin Schaul and Jaclyn Peiser for The Washington Post. Walmart, Kroger, Aldi (Süd) and Albertsons own a third of all U.S. grocery store locations, according to a Washington Post analysis of OpenStreetMap location data. And a federal…
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Wilmington University Once Again Honored for Transfer Student Success
Ready to complete your degree? Wilmington University (WilmU) is one of America’s most transfer-friendly colleges, earning a spot on the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) Transfer Honor Roll for the fifth year in a row. One of only 251 colleges and universities to qualify for the 2025 distinction, WilmU supports transfer students with our open admissions…
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CSL to Invest $1.5B in U.S. Growth Amid Restructuring and Local Layoffs
CSL, which has major operations in King of Prussia, announced plans to expand in the U.S., reports John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Australian biopharmaceutical company plans to invest roughly $1.5 billion in its footprint over the next five years. Company leaders said the expansion will strengthen domestic manufacturing of plasma-derived therapies and…
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Philadelphia Restaurants Honored As Michelin Comes to City for Northeast Cities Ceremony
Philadelphia served as the host city of the first-ever edition of the Michelin Guide Northeast Cities ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 18. With many of the city’s finest culinary professionals in attendance, Philadelphia was one of five cities represented along with New York City, Boston, Washington D.C., and Chicago. A number of Philadelphia chefs and restaurants…
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Bucks County Median Homebuyer Age Well Below National Average
According to a nationwide survey by the National Association of Realtors, the median homebuyer age in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metropolitan area, which includes Bucks County, is well below the national average, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The survey found that the median homebuyer overall in the United States is 59 years old,…
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CHOP Opens Pediatric Care Office in Drexeline Town Center
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia has opened a pediatric primary care office in a new medical building in the Drexeline Town Center in Drexel Hill, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. The 60,000 square-foot three-story medical building is 100 percent occupied, with CHOP’s 15,000 square-foot facility taking up the first floor. Delaware County Department of Human…
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Springfield Hospital Legal Action Over Repairs to Be Dismissed
U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Stacey G.C. Jernigan is pleased with the progress made between various parties to fix the closed Springfield Hospital, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. Springfield Township filed a September Common Pleas Court injunction against Prospect Medical Holdings Inc., the Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County, Veritas Inc., which leases the…
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Wallingford-Swarthmore School District Looking at a $2.6M Deficit
The Wallingford-Swarthmore School District needs a “cultural shift” around spending, or it will face major fiscal problems in the 2027-28 school year, predicts Superintendent Russell Johnston. Johnston and business administrator DeJuana Mosely gave the finance committee a dire look at the district’s finances on Nov. 18, highlighting increased staffing costs, subpar inventory management, and costly…
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Delaware County Luxury Home Prices Are Up, But Listings Are Down
Sales and listings of luxury homes in Delaware County are down this year, but prices are up, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The trend is also seen in the Philadelphia area and nationwide as luxury home prices rise faster than the rest of the market. “The people buying at the top end are…
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Chef Antonio Garcia Brings the Flavors of Mexico to Media Borough
Chef Antonio Garcia, with the Italian restaurant Ariano in Media, is opening his own BYOB eatery in the borough, featuring the flavors of Mexico, writes Lisa Dukart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Taquero focuses on Chef Garcia’s roots and was dreamed up about three years ago. The restaurant opens Nov. 24 at 111 Veterans Square in…
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First Bank House of the Week: Remarkable Craftsman in Havertown
A remarkable craftsman home at 204 E. Manoa Road on 0.76 lovely acres, with five bedrooms and three full and two half bathrooms, is available for sale in Havertown. This exquisite residence artfully combines timeless charm with modern sophistication. Attractive details include hardwood floors with intricate inlays, stained glass windows, and elegant fireplaces that enhance…
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Delaware County Rapid Response Fund Announces $131K+ in Grant Awards
The Foundation for Delaware County and The Community’s Foundation announced the first round of grants from the Delaware County Rapid Response Fund, established earlier this month to help address urgent needs created by federal and state budget delays, disruptions in SNAP benefits, and ongoing economic hardships. A total of $131,500 has been awarded to 23…
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Champion of Kindness and Inclusion Wins ‘We Are Worth It’ Award
The Arc of Chester County announces that Ben Hartranft, founder and CEO of Benergy1, has been awarded the “We Are Worth It” Self-Advocate Employee of the Year Award for his extraordinary leadership, advocacy, and compassion in promoting inclusion and kindness for all. Diagnosed with Autism at age two and once knowing only twenty words, Ben…
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