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Philadelphia Union Launches New Transit Option for Fans
The Philadelphia Union is planning to offer a new transit option for fans in and around Center City to make getting to the games easier, writes Jonathan Tannenwald for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Starting on April 28, when the Union hosts D.C. United, team-run buses will run from four venues in the city: Baby Blues BBQ…
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Gallery Provides Art for Public Housing in Chester
The Nebula Gallery in Chester unveiled its “Art Is Home” collection, a 150-piece collection that is the result of a first-of-its-kind collaboration to place art in public housing, writes Colin Ainsworth for the Daily Times. All artwork from the collection will be donated to families that are moving into Chester Housing Authority units. “I think…
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Chester High Basketball Players Learn a Code for Success Off the Court
Chester High School is hoping to bring some of its renowned success on the basketball court to its new, one-of-a-kind coding club, writes Kathy Boccella for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Players from the boys and girls teams at Chester High are hoping to expand their career options by learning high-tech skills and convince their peers that…
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CEO of Chester-Based Power Home Remodeling Discusses Bold Marketing Move
Asher Raphael, CEO of Chester’s Power Home Remodeling, recently captured the nation’s attention with three billboards in Cleveland that encouraged LeBron James to join the Philadelphia 76ers, writes Fabiola Cineas for Philadelphia magazine. The man behind the marketing campaign saw its core message, #PhillyWantsLeBron, amass around 2.5 billion hits on social media. Raphael said the…
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Foundation’s Work Honors Legacy of Local Teen Dedicated to Helping Chester’s Youth
For nearly eight years, the Andrew L. Hicks, Jr. Foundation in West Chester has been connecting Henderson High School students with the youth of Chester for events and programs that offer opportunities for friendship, mentoring, and leadership. The work of the Foundation not only helps disadvantaged people in Chester, but also brings fulfillment to volunteers…
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Act 47 a Lifeline for Some Municipalities Across the State, Including Three in Delco
Act 47 has provided a lifeline for a number of municipalities across the state, including a few here in Delaware County, but exiting it by the deadline is a significant challenge, writes Michaelle Bond for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The Municipalities Financial Recovery Act allows municipalities to increase taxes beyond the limits set by the state.…
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Widener, Natural Lands Partner on Master Plan for Taylor Arboretum
Widener University has begun a partnership with Natural Lands, the land conservation nonprofit, to plan for the future of Taylor Arboretum. With support from a grant by the William Penn Foundation, the university is collaborating with Natural Lands to develop a master plan and stewardship plan for the sustainable management of the arboretum. The effort…
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DELCO Careers – Crozer-Chester Medical Center
Crozer-Chester Medical Center, a 300-bed tertiary-care teaching hospital, was established in 1963 through the merger of Chester Hospital and Crozer Hospital, and became one of the founding hospitals of CKHS in 1990. Director Facilities and Capital Projects This position directs the personnel, operational, and fiscal activities of all physical plant facilities, systems, and utility management;…
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Through Office in Chester, EDSI Matches Region’s Skilled Workers with Employers
As the skills gap continues to widen and create more problems for employers looking for qualified labor, EDSI (Educational Data Systems, Inc.) is doing its part to help both companies and employees, writes Lini Kadaba for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The company has spent the last four decades helping to place disadvantaged and laid-off workers in…
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“You Are Enough: Keeping It 100 With Yourself” Empowers People to Overcome Traps from Their Past
“You Are Enough: Keeping It 100 With Yourself” by Lisa Wright Bryant is a book/ journal that encourages people to face their past and present problems and live life to the fullest, writes Bill Rettew for Daily Local News. The Chester author’s aim is to empower people by giving them strategies to help overcome their…
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Philadelphia Union Welcomes New Minority Owner
The Philadelphia Union has a new minority owner in Richard Leibovitch, the founder of Arel Capital in New York City, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “This was a unique opportunity to become part of the Union ownership and to join with majority owner Jay Sugarman and the other owners in building on…
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Inmates at SCI Chester Learn About Finance, Prepare for Life Outside Prison
Inmates at SCI Chester recently attended a financial-education workshop to prepare for life outside of prison, writes Erin Arvedlund for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Becky MacDicken, an outreach specialist with the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities, conducted the two-hour workshop through a formal partnership with the Department of Corrections. MacDicken visits every prison or correctional…
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Philadelphia Union, Franklin Group Announce Marketing Partnership
The Philadelphia Union has welcomed a new sponsor in Franklin Group, which is now the preferred promotional printing partner for the team’s owner, Keystone Sports & Entertainment, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Jean-Paul Dardenne, senior vice president for corporate partnerships of the Chester-based Major League Soccer club, said that the Union plans…
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Chester Native Wows Alicia Keys, Moves Ahead on NBC’s ‘The Voice’
Chester native Jamai Springfield is moving forward on Team Alicia Keys on NBC’s “The Voice,” after he wowed the famous singer with his performance during the blind auditions, writes Nick Vadala for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Springfield performed a cover of Usher’s “U Got It Bad,” which impressed both Keys and Kelly Clarkson. Ultimately, he chose…
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Philadelphia Union, P.J. Whelihan’s Ink Marketing Agreement
The Philadelphia Union and P.J. Whelihan’s have entered into a multiyear agreement that includes opening two P.J. Whelihan’s concession stands at Talen Energy Stadium in Chester, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The partnership also includes player appearances at P.J. Whelihan’s locations in the Philadelphia area, plus a viewing party at a P.J.…
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Philadelphia Union Now Has ‘Proud Style Partner’ in Levi Strauss
The Philadelphia Union now has a “Proud Style Partner” in Levi Strauss, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Chester-based Major League Soccer team has entered into a partnership with the clothing company. The terms were not disclosed. Under the partnership, Levi’s will outfit the Union’s front-office staff on game days. The San…
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Chester Company Buys Three Billboards in Cleveland in Attempt to Lure LeBron to Philly
Chester-based Power Home Remodeling has bought three billboards in Cleveland in an attempt to lure LeBron James, who will be a free agent this offseason, to the Philadelphia 76ers, writes Darren Rovell for ESPN.com. The billboards are spaced a few hundred feet apart along I-480 in Cleveland, just miles from Quicken Loans Arena, where the…
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Chester Water Authority to Invest $11.6 Million in Capital Improvements in 2018
The Chester Water Authority’s Board of Directors has approved a capital budget that will invest $11.6 million in capital improvements in 2018 as part of its ongoing commitment to enhance its infrastructure and deliver excellent quality drinking water to its customers. The investment in the coming months is part of a three-year capital improvement plan…
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