Parks and recreation
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Chester Summer Initiatives Working to Keep Youth Out of Trouble
Creative policing and a Safe Summer Initiative with a curfew and youth programs and activities appears to be having a positive effect on lowering crime and violence in Chester this summer, officials say. “With the curfew detail in place, we’re not perfect but things have slowed down for us,” Chester Police Commissioner Steven Gretsky said.…
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Brandywine Valley’s Trail System Set for Major Overhaul
Following an in-depth assessment of the Brandywine Valley, its trail system will undergo a revamp including both an addition and the closure of several trails, writes Johnny Perez-Gonzalez for the WHYY. The trail, which spans 1,300 acres in northern Delaware and southeastern Pennsylvania / Chester County, became a part of First State National Historical Park…
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Kids Get a Taste of Police Life at ‘Troop K Camp Cadet’ in Wayne
Pennsylvania State Police recently held boot camp for kids between ages 11 and 14 to give them an experience of being a police officer, writes Kyana Lance for 6abc. “Troop K Camp Cadet” took place at Valley Forge Military Academy and College in Wayne. Much like an army boot camp, when kids first arrive, the…
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Post Pandemic Delaware County Country Club Revenue Looks Good
Nationally, country club revenue has been on the rise since the pandemic, including revenue growth in Delaware County, writes Andy Medici and Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Here in Greater Philadelphia, club revenue between 2019 and 2022 was above the national average of 24 percent, with a median increase of 38 percent. Regionally,…
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General Recreation Designs All-Inclusive Playground in Lower Paxton Township
The latest improvements to the 41-acre Brightbill Park in Lower Paxton Township includes a new inclusive, multi-part playground designed by General Recreation Inc. of Newtown Square. The new $1 million playground and picnic plaza officially opened June 13. The playground includes areas for children of all ages, a “sound garden,” and a paved path leading…
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Delaware County Drops Mental Health Facility Plan at Delco Woods
A mental health residential treatment facility will not be going into a former Don Guanella School building at Delco Woods in Marple, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. It would cost too much to renovate the school buildings for the new use, according to a Delaware County statement. The possibility of a mental health facility on…
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Meet a Lifelong Matriarch of Lansdowne—Mary Lou Jennings
Mary Lou Jennings could be considered the oldest lifelong resident of Lansdowne, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. She turned 96 on May 5. “My mom has lived in Lansdowne her entire life,” son Robert Jennings said. “She loves this town!” Jennings had 11 children, nine boys and two girls, all born at Fitzgerald…
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Delaware County’s Summer Festival at Rose Tree Park Opens June 12
Delaware County’s 49th Summer Festival at Rose Tree Park in Media opens June 12 and runs until Aug. 11 on Wednesday through Sunday evenings at 7:30. Delaware County’s Parks and Recreation Department announced the nine-week entertainment lineup for for this year’s festival of free concerts at the outdoor amphitheater. In addition to the evening concerts,…
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New Intown Golf Club Brings Year-Round High-Tech Golf to Radnor
The Atlanta-based Intown Golf Club is coming to Radnor this fall and it’s bringing some high-tech for a high-end indoor sporting and social experience, writes Michael Bradley for Main Line Today There will be 10 Trackman simulator bays with 150 golf courses available, a great room, a pro shop, merchandise, member tournaments, lessons, locker rooms,…
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A New Sensory Playground Opens at Ridley Creek State Park
The Friends of Ridley Creek State Park are celebrating a new sensory playground while over at Rose Tree Park, a new message board is in place, thanks to Ridley High School sophomore Erica Rainford. The Ridley Creek State Park sensory playground is by Pavilion Eight, near the equestrian stables in the park, and is open…
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Broomall Fire Company Discontinues Annual Carnival Fundraiser
A 30-year annual spring tradition, the Broomall Fire Company Carnival, has come to an end, writes Max Bennett for Patch. The Broomall Fire Company announced May 8 it will no longer host the annual fundraising event The announcement was shared on social media. It stated that the carnival had “unintended consequences impacting our community and…
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Now There’s an Outdoor Roller Skating Rink to Go With Morton’s Snack Bar
A Morton outdoor roller skating rink is opening in June as a companion to the existing Hangout Snack Bar on Morton Avenue, writes Jesse Bunch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 40-foot rink will run Fridays to Sundays June through September. It will be located across the street from The Hangout Snack Bar, a creation of…
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Havertown Biker Boy a Hit on Media but a Worry to Neighbors
An 11-year-old Havertown boy’s passion for biking has brought him online success, but his antics aren’t sitting too well with the neighbors, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Alexander Santacroce’s son Alex spends a lot of his time riding bikes, e-bikes and Razor scooters around town. In the “bike life” world, Alex is a…
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Spring Beauty Awaits in These Delaware County Garden Spots
Now is a great time to view spring blooms in the various Delaware County garden spots found at local farms, gardens, and arboretums right here in Delaware County. Styer’s Peonies in Chadds Ford is an epic farm that features 25 acres of peonies, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats. You can purchase bulk peonies and…
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Don Guanella Park Property Gets New Name; Mental Health Facility Planned
Delaware County’s newest and largest park now has a name—Delco Woods. The name was approved by Delaware County Council April 3 for the former 213-acre Don Guanella property in Marple after 518 names were submitted in a contest, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. A second action had mixed responses. Delaware County…
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Bucks County’s Major Canal Overhaul: From New Hope to Washington Crossing, What’s Underway
Several Bucks County canal projects are officially in progress at Delaware Canal State Park thanks to a $9 million investment, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The six major projects encompass infrastructure improvement and repairs, including critical responses to damages from a major rain event in July 2023. The projects span across New…
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The Benefits of Incorporating Playground Spinners Into Playground Design
Playground spinners are a valuable addition to any outdoor play area, offering numerous advantages for children of all ages. By including playground spinners in your play space design, you can provide children with a range of benefits, including: When selecting playground spinners for your play environment, it is important to consider the needs of your…
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Most of Tyler Arboretum Trails Reopen After Ash Borer Attack
A majority of Tyler Arboretum trails where trees were destroyed by the Emerald Ash Borer are reopening, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Arboretum in Middletown had to close 17 miles of popular trails last year after 1,500 trees were killed or sickened by the invasive beetle. Now officials are opening 11.5 miles…
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