Delaware County
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Delaware County Council Oks Study to Convert County Prison Back to Being Publicly Run
The George W. Hill Prison came a step closer last week to being a public prison again after being privately run for 30 years, writes Vinny Vella for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Delaware County Council voted unanimously to commission a study to see how to convert it back to public hands. The Delco prison is the…
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Delaware County Sending New Property Values to Owners This Month in Tax Reassessment Project
Property owners in Delaware County will receive notices this month detailing how much their property is worth, as part of a countywide property tax reassessment that began in 2017. The notices will go out mid-month through March to addresses currently on file with the Delaware County Assessment Office. Property owners should carefully review the new…
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A $5 Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Could Help Fix Delaware County Bridges
County residents could pay an extra $5 for their state vehicle registration to help fix Delaware County’s broken down bridges and other infrastructure projects, writes Kathleen Carey for the Daily Times. Delaware County Council is looking at the $5 annual fee, allowed under state Act 89, to cover local transportation costs, like bridge repairs. About…
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Delaware County Rolls Out New Voting Machines With Backup Paper Ballots, Residents Invited to Take Them for a Test Run
As the vote counting issues in the Iowa caucus demonstrate, it’s good to have a paper trail when voters select their candidates. Delaware County is readying its voters to become used to the idea of a paper ballot as it rolls out new voting machines for the April 28 Primary Election. The machines will print…
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These 4 Delaware County Colleges Ranked in Top 100 Nationally for Students Earning a BA in Four Years
Students often take longer to earn a bachelor’s degree than the normal four years allotted, but at four Delaware County universities, that goal is still within reach for many students, writes Jan Murphy for pennlive.com. Here’s a look at which colleges and universities from Delaware County ranked among the Top 100 nationally for having the…
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DELCO Careers – Penn State Brandywine
Located in Media, Penn State Brandywine offers students a range of knowledge and skills as they prepare for careers in the global arena through 12 baccalaureate degrees, 11 minors, Associate’s Degrees, and a variety of special programs. Administrative Support Assistant 2 This position assists the Academic Affairs department by helping with special academic programs, various campus events,…
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DELCO Careers – Swiss Farms
Based in Broomall, Swiss Farms is a popular chain of convenience stores, mostly located in Delaware County, which has been providing high-quality food and beverages for customers of all ages over the last 50 years, including by drive through service. Sales Manager Level 1 This position manages the daily operation of one store, including the development…
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Foundation for Delaware County Awards Over $30,000 to Local Nonprofits Promoting a Complete Count in 2020 Census
In the first of three rounds of grant making to encourage enrollment in the 2020 Census, The Foundation for Delaware County awarded six grants totaling $30,300 to area nonprofits. The grants will provide resources to ensure a complete and accurate census count for communities in Delaware County which are at risk of being under counted.…
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In Delaware County, ‘No Frills’ Restaurants Means Casual, Cheap, but Good
Feeling like a little Delco flavor in your food but don’t want to spend a lot? Visit Delco PA has a list of “no frills” restaurants that satisfy hometown cravings but keep it casual and less expensive. Charlie’s Hamburgers This low key local haunt at 237 E. MacDade Blvd. in Folsom is a favorite burger…
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When There’s Something Toxic in Your Neighborhood, Who You Gonna Call? Try the DAs Office
The Delaware County District Attorney’s Office will now investigate environmental hazards that threaten public health and safety through a new environmental crime unit. “Delaware County is the first in the region to create a unit in the DA’s office devoted to environmental crime. As part of our Smart on Crime strategy, we are coordinating our…
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PIVOT Careers – Harrah’s Casino & Racetrack
Harrah’s Chester Casino & Racetrack is a recently renovated racino on the Chester waterfront with 2,900 slot machines, 100,000 square feet of gaming space, a 14,000-square-foot event center, harness racing, a variety of entertainment, and Guy Fieri. Advertising and Graphic Design Specialist This position manages all aspects of advertising, graphic design, and the aesthetic of the…
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Airbnb Hosts in Delaware County Raked in More Than $1M in Income Last Year
Airbnb hosts in Delaware County had a really good last year with $1.2 million generated from host income from 9,300 guest arrivals, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The entire Greater Philadelphia also saw significant improvements over 2018. Last year, the five-county region made $75.6 million from 583,100 guests, a 20 percent increase…
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Delaware County Will Now Post County Jobs on Website, New Hiring Procedures Created
Job seekers looking for some government work will now be able to find county job postings on the Delaware County website, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. Those jobs can be viewed by clicking here. This change piggybacks with Delaware County Council’s decision to hire human resources specialist Stacy Heisey-Terrell at $75 an…
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DELCO Careers – Delaware County Memorial Hospital
Delaware County Memorial Hospital, one of the founding hospitals of the Crozer-Keystone Health System, is a 168-bed facility that offers a broad range of groundbreaking acute and specialized services while receiving top grades for patient safety. Radiation Oncology Nurse This position provides medical care to patients undergoing radiation treatment for cancer; navigates patients from initial…
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Former Wawa Employees Claim in Two Lawsuits They Were Cheated Out of Company Stock
Two federal lawsuits claim that former Wawa employees were forced to sell shares of a company stock at a discount to help Wawa founders, the Wood family, regain majority control, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Up to 1,200 former workers shared a $25 million settlement of a 2018 lawsuit to settle accusations…
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Grant Expands Education/Business Partnership at Community College
A $100,000 state grant is funding efforts to bring county students to the healthcare and manufacturing industry, writes Kevin Tustin for Delco News Network. The Delaware County Workforce Development Board is receiving the $100,000 Business-Education grant, a portion of $2.4 million being allocated state-wide. The workforce board will partner with Educational Data Systems Inc. to…
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Villanova University Boasts Three of Top 50 Highest Paying Graduate Degree Programs in Greater Philly
Three programs from Villanova University are ranked among the 50 top-paying graduate degree programs in Greater Philadelphia, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The rankings were determined by comparing students’ median earnings one year after graduating. Students with finance, management, law, and medical degrees are among the highest paid during the first year…
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Crozer Keystone Now Part of Cigna’s Medicare Provider Network
Crozer-Keystone Health System in Delaware County will become part of Cigna’s Medicare Advantage provider network, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. The two entered into an agreement last Thursday, providing health care professionals at Crozer-Keystone with greater resources and aligned-incentives to deliver quality patient care. “Crozer-Keystone has an excellent reputation for providing its community…
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