Commerce
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West Chester-Based QVC’s Third Quarter Report Prompts Debt Load Concerns
West Chester-based QVC Group reported an $80 million loss in the third quarter, triggering a drop in its share price of almost 40 percent, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The home shopping giant continues to battle falling television viewership and mounting debt. Its latest loss far exceeds the $23 million reported a…
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King of Prussia Mall To Welcome Dick’s House of Sport in 2027
King of Prussia Mall is set to welcome a Dick’s House of Sport in 2027, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The new attraction will be part of the space that previously housed JCPenney. Dick’s House of Sport locations typically include a range of sports facilities, including a climbing wall, turf field, and ice…
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Three New Businesses to Open in the Dublin Town Center’s Plaza Next Year
Next year, the Dublin Town Center will be welcoming three new businesses to its selection of stores in The Plaza, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. “Each business will bring something unique and valuable to the Dublin community, furthering Dublin Town Center’s mission to create a vibrant work, play, eat, live environment,” said Evelyn Loughery, the…
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CHOP Doctors Save Toddler’s Life With First-Of-Its-Kind Surgical Intervention
A group of doctors at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia recently pioneered a new surgical intervention that helped save a toddler’s life, write Stephanie Stahl and Casey Kuhn for CBS News Philadelphia. Their medical intervention allowed the child whose heart was failing fast live 9 months without a heart. Dr. Katsuhide Maeda of CHOP said…
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Delaware County Leadership: Dr. Troy M. Baker, Head of School, Church Farm School
Dr. Troy M. Baker, Head of School at Church Farm School, spoke with DELCO Today about his journey from basketball courts and paper routes on the north side of Toledo to leading the college-preparatory school on a sprawling campus in Exton. A longtime Educator and School Administrator with a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy…
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Cutest Cat Cafes in Chester County and Beyond
Combining some of the world’s favorite things, cats and coffee, is a surefire way to bring in the best people from around the region. Cat cafes are great for numerous reasons, namely because you get to enjoy the company of furry felines while sipping on a tasty drink. What most might know is that cat…
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Bala Cynwyd Billionaire Jeff Yass Donates $100 Million to University Dedicated to Free Speech
Jeff Yass, co-founder of Susquehanna International Group, is once again making headlines, this time in higher education, writes Jessica Priest for The Texas Tribune. The Bala Cynwyd billionaire donated $100 million to the University of Austin. The fledgling private institution was founded by critics of mainstream academia who argue that universities have stifled free speech…
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Store in Holland Brings Authentic New York Bagels to Bucks County
If you’re looking for an authentic New York bagel, Holland’s Liam’s Market and Bagels in the Pheasant Valley Center is the perfect place to check out, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Liam’s owner, Alex Trier, travels to Manhattan to get fresh dough once or twice a week. “You’re eating the same bagel that you…
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Wawa Demonstrates How It Runs a Successful Food Program
Retailers can make a difference in their communities by creating food programs like those implemented by Wawa, writes Jessica Loder for C-Store Dive. Food insecurity hits people from all backgrounds, including about 7.4 million seniors and 20 percent of U.S. children, according to a study by Feeding America. Yet only 12 percent of unused food…
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GMercyU Launches Partnership with Upper Merion School District to Support Students with Intellectual Disabilities
Gwynedd Mercy University launched a new partnership with the Upper Merion Area School District that will bring high school students with intellectual disabilities to campus each week for a college and career-readiness experience. The program is among the first of its kind in Pennsylvania. Beginning this fall, nine Upper Merion students, ages 18-22, will spend Wednesdays…
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Kennett Square Restaurant One of Most Reliable Places to Eat in Region
One Chester County restaurant found its place among the unsung heroes in the Philadelphia region who consistently deliver high-quality food, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. La Peña Mexicana in Kennett Square is set in a shed that looks like an old gas station. The structure is painted in yellow and brown vertical stripes…
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Planned Demolition of Market Street Buildings Raises Concerns for Many Community Members
Last month, it was announced that Comcast and the Philadelphia 76ers planned to have the buildings on Market East they acquired this past summer demolished. While there has not been any update as to what plans are after the demolition, some residents are raising concerns, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS Philadelphia. Debbie Wei, a member…
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Brandywine Conservancy Study Offers Flood Mitigation Recommendations
The Brandywine Conservancy in Chadds Ford has released a flood study outlining mitigation strategies that have been designed to lessen the impact of future natural disasters, such as Hurricane Ida, which caused widespread damage in the region, writes Jen Samuel for The Daily Local News. “Anywhere there is water, there is the potential for flooding,”…
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Philadelphia Airport Sees Flight Cuts Ahead of Holiday Travel Season
A 10 percent cut in flights out of Philadelphia International Airport began Friday and is expected to cause disruptions ahead of a busy holiday travel season, writes Nick Vadala, Brett Sholtis, and Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The reductions are an FAA austerity measure to cope with the federal government shutdown and a growing…
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Hope for Hallie Founder Christine Jackson Honored as Citizen of the Year
Christine Jackson was in “complete shock” when she found out the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce had named her “Citizen of the Year.” The founder and executive director of Hope for Hallie in Media will be honored Nov. 20 by the Chamber during its EPIC Awards reception at The Drexelbrook Event Center in Drexel Hill. “Christine…
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Hosts November Events
Restaurant Roundtable Food service business owners and operators are invited to come to the next Restaurant Roundtable on Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM in Drexel Hill. The actual location will be shared the week of the meeting. This free gathering offers candid conversations about the everyday challenges in this industry. Register…
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Elections: Dems Hold Council as They Sweep Countywide Seats
Mirroring a national trend, Delaware County Democrats swept all countywide seats in Tuesday’s General Election, including Delaware County Council, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Tuesday also saw the election of Media Borough’s first woman of color for mayor. The county’s district attorney, Jack Stollsteimer, also won a seat on Delaware County Court. In…
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WCU Hosts ‘Beyond Gratitude’ Veterans Advocacy Campaign and Community Events
In recognition of Veterans Day, on Tuesday, Nov. 11, Dr. Michele P. Bratina, WCU Professor of Criminal Justice, has spearheaded the organization of several free programs under the theme “Beyond Gratitude: A Justice and Advocacy Campaign for Veterans.” Events honor those who have served their country while exploring issues of justice, advocacy, and reintegration. The…
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