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Former Landhope Dairy Farm in Kennett Square to Become New Wedding Venue
Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group is partnering with the owners of the former Landhope dairy farm on a $6 million adaptive reuse project to transform the site into a new wedding and event destination in Kennett Square, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Named Willowdale, the new event space is slated to open…
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Lawmakers Warn of “Health Care Desert” Risk After Layoffs at Pottstown Hospital
Layoffs at Pottstown Hospital are raising new concerns about access to medical care in western Montgomery County, writes Jim Melwert for KYW Newsradio. The cuts are part of a 350-person reduction across Tower Health’s network. They have left local lawmakers questioning the future of the Pottstown facility. State Senator Tracy Pennycuick and Rep. Joe Ciresi…
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Yolanda Hadid’s New Hope Estate Back on Market After Offer Falls Through
Just days after Yolanda Hadid revealed that her New Hope farmhouse was under offer, the $11 million estate has returned to the market, writes Charlie Lankston for Realtor.com. The listing for the 32-acre property was updated on Oct. 8 to reflect an offer that had been made. The property remained active while the details of…
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WSJ: Philly Shipyard Faces Tough New Task in Ongoing Mission to Revive U.S. Shipbuilding
Hanwha Philly Shipyard, acquired by a South Korean firm last year, has a new objective in its mission to revive U.S. shipbuilding: producing a nuclear-powered submarine for the first time, writes Timothy W. Martin for The Wall Street Journal. Even before taking on its latest project, Philly Shipyard was already at the heart of President…
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East Lansdowne Fire Company Set to Close Down by End of Year
East Lansdowne Fire Company has announced it plans to close by the end of the year, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. The company has had a difficult time maintaining sufficient staffing of volunteers, particularly during daytime hours. East Lansdowne Fire Company posted a letter on social media Friday that said the borough has…
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Delaware County Executive Director Asks for 19 Percent Tax Boost in 2026
Delaware County’s executive director, Barbara O’Malley, has asked Delaware County Council to raise Delaware County taxes by 19 percent in 2026, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. If approved, the increase would take effect in January and would follow a 23 percent rise that took place in 2025. O’Malley presented a $340 million draft…
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Keep Music Alive in Brookhaven Named 2025 Nonprofit of the Year
The husband and wife team of Vincent James and Joann Pierdomenico are working hard to instill the love and benefits of music in children and adults. They run the nonprofit Keep Music Alive out of Brookhaven. Their mission promotes music in children’s education, in therapy, and for our overall happiness. Their efforts have earned them…
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Book Distributor’s Closing Impacts Delaware County Libraries
Baker & Taylor, one of the largest library book distributors in the country, will close by year’s end, affecting Delaware County libraries, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The nearly 200-year-old company began shutting down in early October and has already laid off 500 employees. B&T had been subject to several recent acquisitions, then…
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First Bank House of the Week: A Lovely Traditional in Wayne
A lovely traditional home at 484 King of Prussia Road on 1.68 attractive acres with six bedrooms and six full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Wayne. This exquisite residence showcases thoughtful craftsmanship, with elegant details including rich oak hardwood floors and refined finishes, creating warmth throughout. Among the many highlights on…
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Independence Blue Cross Foundation Awards $3 Million to Improve Healthcare Access
The Independence Blue Cross Foundation has announced regional funding totaling $3 million to improve access to primary care, vision, and dental services. Grants were awarded through the IBX Foundation Blue Safety Net Health Center Grant Program to 63 health organizations representing Federally Qualified Health Centers, free, and nonprofit clinics in southeastern Pennsylvania. Across the five-county region, IBX…
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Widener Law School Fraternity Offers Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway
The Phi Alpha Delta law fraternity at Widener University Delaware Law School has launched a large-scale Thanksgiving turkey giveaway to help brighten the holiday for those in need. The student organization has already secured more than 300 turkeys – with a goal of distributing 500 – through donations. It will host a giveaway event on…
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PECO Expands Customer Relief Fund to Support More Customers, Reduce Burden of Higher Energy Supply Costs
PECO has expanded its Customer Relief Fund to help more income-eligible customers manage the burden of rising energy costs. As part of the enhancements, the one-time grant amount has increased from $500 to $750 for qualifying limited- and moderate-income customers. Customers who were previously approved will automatically receive an additional $250 credit. Originally announced in July,…
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Top-Selling Karen Strid Team Makes Move to Compass from Berkshire Hathaway
Karen Strid has moved her top-selling Main Line team from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach to Compass, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The official switch was in October. Based in Rosemont, the Karen Strid Team closed nearly $108 million in home sales last year, ranking third among midsize real estate teams…
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Wayne-Based Berger Development Breaks Ground on $40 Million Trolley Square Apartments
Berger Development, based in Wayne and part of Berger Communities, recently broke ground on Trolley Square Apartments in Wilmington, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Located in Wilmington’s bustling entertainment and dining district, the 130-unit project will cost $40 million to complete. The company now has four ongoing projects, following the completion of…
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Comcast Hires 2 Banking Firms As Company Explores Potential Bid for Warner Bros. Purchase
Comcast recently hired two banking firms — Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley — as it explores making a bid for Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming businesses, write Dawn Chmielewsky, Amy-Jo Crowley, Dawn Kopecki, and Milana Vinn for Reuters. The two firms will be responsible for helping Comcast evaluate a prospective offer. According to two…
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Doylestown’s Hepatitis B Foundation Awards French Researcher with Highest Honor
The Hepatitis B Foundation in Doylestown recently announced their winner of the prestigious 2026 Baruch S. Blumberg Prize, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The global nonprofit focuses its efforts on eliminating hepatitis B, liver cancer and hepatitis D. To celebrate his efforts to determine new treatments for hepatitis B and D, the organization awarded…
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Maximizing Opportunities in a Season of Donor Giving
The holiday season can often revitalize your nonprofit’s entire fundraising landscape. For nonprofits, this infusion of generosity arrives at the perfect time. It fuels programs, lifts staff morale, and inspires teams to push toward year-end goals with renewed energy. While your team is focused on year-end program deliverables and financial reports, your donors are making…
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DCCC to Train 45 Entry-Level Industrial Machinery Mechanics Tuition-Free
Delaware County Community College (DCCC) will train up to 45 students to become entry-level industrial machinery mechanics at no cost through the Collegiate Consortium for Workforce and Economic Development, which has been awarded $190,236 from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration in support of the Philadelphia Works’ Good Jobs Challenge in southeastern Pennsylvania.…
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