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American Birding Expo, the Ultimate Experience for Birdwatchers and Nature Enthusiasts, Is Here
The much-anticipated American Birding Expo is here. Today through Sunday, exhibitors from around the world, representing all aspects of the birding and nature market, will present and offer their products, goods, and services at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks. The American Birding Expo is the largest and most diverse shopping experience available to…
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Delaware County Home to One of Nation’s Top 25 Pumpkin Farms
Linvilla Orchards in Media is among the nation’s Top 25 Pumpkin Farms, offering everything from seasonal food to corn mazes and festive activities, writes Jessica Leigh Mattern for Country Living. At Linvilla, fresh pumpkins are always ready to be picked and carved to make a perfect family event. But one thing that makes Linvilla stand…
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America’s Favorite Pastime to Be Showcased at the American Birding Expo
When you look at the numbers, it could be said that the great American pastime now has wings. As a recreational sport, birdwatching is far and away the most popular in the United States. According to the latest census figures, 60 million Americans are birdwatchers. This is a staggering number when compared to other popular…
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Havertown Resident, Ridley High School Teacher Continues Winning Streak on Jeopardy!
Havertown resident Rick Terpstra, who closed out Season 34 of Jeopardy! with two wins, continued his winning streak on the opener of the 35th season, writes Max Bennett for the Ardmore Patch. Terpstra, an English teacher at Ridley High School, won $38,900 in prize money last year, and recently added $21,100 to that amount. He…
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Indoor Optics Range Proves That Seeing Is Believing at American Birding Expo
Perhaps the most essential item for the birder is a binocular, with a spotting scope being a close second. However, the decision on which one to purchase can be difficult, due to the plethora of models and manufacturers. This year’s American Birding Expo, which takes place at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks from…
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These Five Cities Rank Ahead of Philadelphia for Best Places for Oktoberfest Celebrations
The region’s beer aficionados don’t need to pay huge amounts for a flight to Germany for a proper Oktoberfest party, according to WalletHub. Philadelphia ranked sixth on 2018’s Best Places for Oktoberfest Celebrations. The list compares the nation’s 100-largest cities based on their Oktoberfest-friendliness, which was determined by their Oktoberfest Traditions, Cost, and Safety &…
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Here’s How Pennsylvanians Use Their Vacation Days … if They’re Using Them at All
Fewer than half of Pennsylvanians use their vacation days to get away, according to a recently published report, writes Maria Gomez for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “Under-Vacationed America: A State-by-State Look at Time Off” – a report powered by the U.S. Travel Association – also found that only around half of Pennsylvanians use all of…
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Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino and Racetrack in Chester Wins Online Gaming License
Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino and Racetrack in Chester is one of three casinos statewide awarded an online gaming license by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, writes Alex Rose for the Daily Times. The Interactive Gaming Certificate was awarded to Harrah’s operator, Chester Downs and Marina. “Once it’s up and running, anyone can establish an account online,”…
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When People Visit These Three Delaware County Towns, They Never Want to Leave
Anyone growing tired of the hustle and bustle of the city can head west to Delaware County to enjoy the many charms of its small towns, according to a report from Curbed Philadelphia. Chadds Ford is a beautiful town that offers a mix of rolling hills, wineries, and historic sites like the Brandywine Battlefield. There’s…
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From CHESCO: Owner of East Pikeland Township Bakery Competes on Netflix’s New Reality Show
The owner of Brooklyn Girl Bakery in East Pikeland Township is one of the contestants on Sugar Rush, a new reality show on Netflix, writes Donna Rovins for the Daily Local News. Peri Anderson, who specializes in wedding cakes, has teamed up with former co-worker Jennifer Low, owner of The Frosted Fox Cake Shop in…
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Marple Newtown Grad Helps Celebrities Recapture the Spotlight Through Boxing
Broomall native Damon Feldman, a Marple Newtown High School graduate, helps celebrities recapture the spotlight through boxing, writes Susan Rosenbluth for the Jewish Link of New Jersey. Feldman is the founder and promoter of Celebrity Boxing, which puts celebrities in the ring where they fight each other for charity. “Most of the people I’ve promoted…
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World War II Veteran, Collingdale Resident of 63 Years the Grand Marshal of Borough’s Parade
Collingdale Mayor Frank Kelly and World War II veteran Joseph Passaretti were grand marshals of the borough’s Fourth of July parade that started on McDade Boulevard and ended at Collingdale Park, writes Pete Bannan for the Delaware County News Network. A Community Day celebration with field events, free food, and activities for the kids took…
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Change in State’s Fireworks Law Should Light Up the Sky This Fourth of July
A change in state law last October – which allows residents to buy consumer-grade explosive fireworks for the first time in decades – should light up the skies in Pennsylvania this Fourth of July, writes Vinny Vella for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The newly permitted items can now be bought at both brick-and-mortar stores and seasonal…
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Philadelphia, Our Nation’s First Capital, Ranks This Low Among Best Places to Celebrate Fourth of July?
Philadelphia, the nation’s first capital, ranks just 22nd on WalletHub’s list of the 2018 Best & Worst Places for Fourth of July Celebrations. To help Americans find the best and cheapest places to enjoy the star-spangled occasion, WalletHub has compared 100 of the nation’s largest cities based on how well they balance cost and fun.…
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Media Borough Bustles with Charm, Energy
Despite covering less than a square mile, Media Borough bustles with a charm and energy that make it a favorite spot for many in Delaware County, writes Ukee Washington for CBS Philly. The town still has a working trolley that rolls down State Street the same way as when it started in 1895. The old…
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‘Wawa Welcome America’ Coming to Philly, Suburbs
The Philadelphia area is preparing for one of the most festive weeks of the year: Wawa Welcome America, which features 50 free events that will take place from June 28 through July 4, writes Bethany Ao for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The week-long celebration will feature everything the city and its surrounding suburbs love, including hoagies,…
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Award-Winning Vocalist to Perform in Phoenixville to Raise Funds for Community Coalition
Join The Community Coalition – a Phoenixville-based organization with an innovative model of collaboration among five Chester County nonprofits dedicated to fundraising together and sharing resources – on Thursday, May 24 for Cabaret Night with Carolyn Montgomery at the Colonial Theatre. Montgomery is an award-winning singer/songwriter based in New York City whom Stephen Holden of…
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Swarthmore College Student Falls $1 Short in Semifinals of Jeopardy!
Swarthmore College sophomore Rebecca Rosenthal competed in the Jeopardy! College Championship that was filmed this spring in Culver City, Calif., and is now airing on ABC, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Delaware County News Network. Rosenthal advanced to the semifinals, where she lost by $1. Rosenthal had $21,800 going into Final Jeopardy! while her opponent…
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