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Aiming for Positive Impact on Kids, Union Foundation Schedules 4th Annual Cocktails and Cleats Celebration
The Philadelphia Union Foundation’s fourth annual Cocktails and Cleats celebration will be held on November 10 at Vie in Downtown Philadelphia. The event is an opportunity to recognize people who make a difference in the community, bring attention to challenges and opportunities where help might be needed, and acquire the resources for effective solutions. The…
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With Mariner East Pipeline, Gas and Cash Flowing Toward Marcus Hook
Sunoco Logistics has opened the Mariner East 1 pipeline, sending the first wave of natural gas liquids flowing toward Marcus Hook and a neighboring site straddling the Pennsylvania-Delaware border, writes Jeff Montgomery for the Wilmington News Journal. This milestone represents a turning point in the natural gas industry projects that will, according to Sunoco officials, turn…
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Ribbon Cutting at Uno Chicago Grill Opens a New Era in Chester
City Councilman Nafis Nichols alluded to Chester’s booming economy in the 1950s and ’60s during the recent grand opening of Uno Chicago Grill, the first sit-down, chain restaurant in the city’s history, on Providence Avenue. Uno’s arrival on land owned by Widener University is a giant leap forward for Chester, as it feverishly seeks to…
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Search Is on for Substitute Teachers in Delaware County and Beyond
School administrators in Delaware County and the Greater Philadelphia area are struggling to find ways of overcoming the worst shortage of substitute teachers the region has ever seen, writes Kathy Boccella for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Dan Nerelli, Assistant Superintendent for Personnel in the Upper Darby School District, has seen the ability to cover faculty absences…
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Marcus Hook Refinery Site on (Expensive) Path to Recovery
While Marcus Hook took a major hit when the refinery closed three years ago, according to Delaware County officials there is hope for recovery, writes Jim Melwert for CBS Philly. County Council members have unveiled Phase II of the study on the redevelopment of the site. The first phase began nearly four years ago, after…
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Charlotte’s Restaurant in Newtown Square a Family Affair
Charlotte’s Restaurant, a Newtown Square landmark for decades, is known for its Victorian charm, consistently good food, soft ambience, and welcoming feel, writes Peg DeGrassa of the Marple Newtown County Press. Charlotte’s location on West Chester Pike has a long and varied history. The property once served as a stop on the stagecoach route from…
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Wawa a Key Sponsor of Dick Vermeil’s Celebrity Golf Tournament That Benefits Boy Scouts of America
There’s no coincidence that the values Dick Vermeil instilled in his football teams – teamwork, discipline, and accountability – are the trademarks of his favorite charitable cause, the Boy Scouts of America. The BSA Chester County Council was once again the beneficiary of Vermeil’s generosity, as the former Philadelphia Eagles coach hosted his Celebrity Golf…
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Despite Dwindling Defense Funding and Rise of Drones, Delco’s Helicopter Heritage Flies On
Delaware County’s rich helicopter heritage continues to fly high despite dwindling defense funding, the rise of drones and robots, and former helicopter factories turned into stores, offices, and service shops. At almost 5,000 personnel, Boeing’s operation in Ridley Park is Philly’s biggest industrial employer, and the helicopters it makes are still elite choices for the U.S. military.…
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Bryn Mawr’s American College of Financial Services to Help Provide Scholarships for Military Elite
Bryn Mawr’s American College of Financial Services and The Honor Foundation, a unique transition institute created exclusively for Navy SEALs and the U.S. Special Operations community, are committed to helping veterans transition from military to civilian life. To reinforce that promise, the two institutions are joining forces to offer full scholarships to elite military veterans…
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Riverfront Alliance of Delaware County’s Developer’s Forum a Unique Opportunity for Brokers and Developers
If you are a commercial, industrial, or residential broker or developer, you won’t want to miss the Riverfront Alliance of Delaware County’s Developer’s Forum on Wednesday. For only $20, from 8:30-11:30 AM at the Event Center of Harrah’s Chester Casino and Racetrack, you will have an exclusive opportunity to learn about the exciting development opportunities…
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Copy of Riverfront Alliance of Delaware County’s Developer’s Forum a Unique Opportunity for Brokers and Developers
If you are a commercial, industrial, or residential broker or developer, you won’t want to miss the Riverfront Alliance of Delaware County’s Developer’s Forum on Wednesday. For only $20, from 8:30-11:30 AM at the Event Center of Harrah’s Chester Casino and Racetrack, you will have an exclusive opportunity to learn about the exciting development opportunities…
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Alliances Between Delco Companies and Software Makers a Sign of the Digital Times
As the world becomes increasingly digital, more and more business is conducted on smartphones, the preferred medium of millennials. In a rundown of the region’s key software makers, the Philadelphia Inquirer recently highlighted several alliances that involved Delaware County companies: Radnor’s Lincoln National and Exton-based iPipeline The real focus of Lincoln National, a $220 billion-asset…
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Concordville McDonalds Franchisee Passes the Reins to Third Generation
The operator of 11 McDonald’s franchises, including the one in Concordville, will soon undergo a leadership change as the family’s patriarch, Les Dukart, retires at 70, writes Diane Mastrull for the Philadelphia Inquirer. There is nothing to fear for the family business though, as the other three principals in Dukart Management Corp. – Les’s younger brother…
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Philly International Airport to Serve as Northeast’s Gateway to Exotic Cuba
Residents of Delaware County planning to visit some of the Cuban cities outside of Havana will soon no longer have to struggle with multiple layovers, writes Kenneth Hilario for the Philadelphia Business Journal. As early as this fall, Philadelphia will be one of five U.S. cities that will offer a direct flight to nine Cuban cities.…
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Radnor’s Relay Network Bursts Off Starting Blocks to Raise $12 Million in Private Stock
Radnor’s Relay Network, a software company that helps businesses and customers communicate securely in real time, has raised $12 million in a private stock sale, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Relay Network is planning to use the majority of the funds to proceed with scaling its technology platform and operations. “Businesses are…
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Haverford College Bests Notre Dame in Forbes “Schools Worth Every Penny” Rankings
Several prominent institutions of higher learning – like Notre Dame, Northwestern, the University of Chicago, Amherst, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – aren’t up to Haverford College’s par. According to Natalie Sportelli of Forbes, Haverford ranks 15th among the magazine’s “Top 25 Most Expensive Schools Worth Every Penny.” “Students weigh a number of factors when choosing…
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Broomall-Based Swiss Farms Launches New Coffee Menu, Offers Free Cup of Joe All Week
Swiss Farms, the Broomall-based drive-thru market, has unveiled Swiss Farms Coffee, a signature premium line of three coffee roasts. Starting yesterday, Swiss Farms is offering all guests a free 16 oz. cup of joe until Friday, June 24 to celebrate the coffee’s debut. The premium choices for each carefully crafted, hand-selected roast include Swiss Signature…
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Radnor’s Brandywine Realty Trust Expected to Bid Billions on University City Project
Radnor’s Brandywine Realty Trust is expected to bid on the redevelopment project of University City that is now estimated at $6.5 billion, writes Jacob Adelman for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The project covers a wide area around 30th Street Station and will last more than three decades. The financial projection was part of the planning team’s final blueprint for…
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