Delaware County
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Delco Day Returns Today Celebrating All Things Delaware County
Delco Day is back today for its eighth year. The annual event was founded in 2016 by the Delco Live podcast initially to highlight punk rock bands. It has since grown into a huge charity event, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. Chris Holbrook, co-founder of Delco Live, describes Delco Day as a “beach party in…
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Here’s Where to Go in Delaware County for Unique Ice Cream
This summer’s unique ice cream shop offerings feature customizable frozen treats, writes Victoria Alfred-Levow for Main Line Today. Here in Delaware County, there are three recommended places and two others nearby to indulge your sweet tooth. Koffmeyer’s Old Fashioned Cookies and Ice Cream at 7 Brookline Blvd. in Havertown focuses on cookies and bars, but…
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See Which Delaware County Companies Made It to the Fortune 500
There are 13 companies in the Philadelphia area appearing on the Fortune 500 for the third straight year, though some saw their positions change significantly, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Fortune 500 ranks publicly traded companies by their annual revenue each year. This latest list came out Monday. Five companies from the…
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Paramedic Says Prospect Medical Falling Behind on Ambulance Repairs
Prospect Medical Holdings, owner of Crozer Health, has been unable to pay for repairs to its aging fleet of ambulances, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. With Crozer ambulances covering about 70 percent of Delaware County, paramedics, and EMTs say patient care could be affected. Kate Denney, a Crozer EMS paramedic, said the local vendor who…
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List Names Best Small Companies to Work at in Delaware County
Delaware County’s smaller businesses were well-represented on a list showing the best places to work in the region for companies with 10 to 24 employees. Six companies in Delaware County made it to a list of 30 top places in 2023 compiled by Philadelphia Business Journal/Quantum Workplace. Making the list were: Worker satisfaction has been…
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Work’s in Progress on Delaware County’s Infrastructure
Four major players involved in Delaware County’s infrastructure had an opportunity to talk about modernizing the county’s aging infrastructure at a Delaware County Chamber of Commerce breakfast Friday, writes Linda Stein for the Delaware Valley Journal The Philadelphia International Airport is taking on a massive cargo expansion project, and two-thirds of the land is in…
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Delaware County’s First Pride Parade Deemed a Success
Delaware County’s first-ever Pride Parade in Media on Saturday was something many have waited their entire lives to see, writes Marcella Baietto for CBS 3 News. “I burst into tears as soon as the parade started,” Giulia Deprophetis said. “I couldn’t even contain my excitement. I was so moved.” Hundreds gathered to celebrate the LGBTQIA+…
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Start Off Summer Right With These Helpful SCORE Workshops
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties has free SCORE June programs, including webinars and workshops, to help your small business reach its potential. Finance Basics for New Entrepreneurs On Wednesday, June 7, from 6 to 7 PM, at the Chester County Library and District Center, learn about various options to finance your business. Financing is one of the most…
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Top 10 Ranked PA School Districts Include 2 From Delaware County
Two school districts located in Delaware County were ranked among the top 10 school districts in Pennsylvania, writes Ethan Lott for Philadelphia Business Journal. The rankings are based on a new report that looked at state standardized testing scores. The data was compiled by the Pittsburgh Business Times. Radnor School District, located in Delaware County,…
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Advocates Want Boy Wrongly Executed Honored with Delaware County Building Name Change
A lobbying effort is underway to name a Delaware County court building after Alexander McClay Williams, a teen who was wrongfully sent to his death in a murder conviction. The building now bears the name of the judge who ordered the sentence, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. Delaware County Council has been…
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2023 SCORE Awards Celebrate ‘Collaborating for Success’
It’s that time of year when SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties takes great pride in celebrating the milestone accomplishments of entrepreneurs with the support of their mentors. Five small businesses were honored at the June 1st annual Small Business Achievements Awards luncheon at Penn Oaks Golf Club in West Chester. Client success and client recognition…
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Delaware County Student Earns Prestigious Academic Medal from Immaculata University
During Immaculata University’s 2023 commencement ceremonies, several recent graduates, including David Crowell from Aston, were recognized for their outstanding academic achievements. The student is listed below with his/her hometown and name of the award/medal received. Chester County: Cumberland County: Delaware County: Montgomery County: Lancaster County: Delaware State: New Jersey: Learn more at Immaculata University.
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EPA Funds Aid Delaware County Effort to Clean Up Brownfields
The Delaware County Redevelopment Authority will receive $1 million of $14 million in federal EPA funds to clean up abandoned, polluted sites known as brownfields, writes Kristin Hunt for Philly Voice. Pennsylvania’s two U.S. Sens. Bob Casey and John Fetterman made the announcement. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act covered half the funding. The funds…
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DELCO Careers – Aqua
Aqua, a subsidiary of Essential Utilities, Inc., knows that water is a precious resource – one that plays a critical role in sustaining life. That’s why they take seriously their mission: protecting and providing Earth’s most essential resource. Aqua is guided by a set of principles that embody the character of the company and inspire…
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See How Delaware County Compares in Small Business Success
A recent survey by SmartAsset puts Delaware County fourth best in the state for small business success, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. Locally it was bested only by Chester County, which placed first in the study. Snyder County placed second best and Juniata County came in third. “Delaware County’s performance was especially…
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Start Off Summer Right With These Helpful SCORE Workshops
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties has free SCORE June programs, including webinars and workshops, to help your small business reach its potential. Perfect Launch Program: Sell More With Amazon On Thursday, June 1, from Noon to 1 PM, join this live presentation webinar to learn about the five programs that Amazon sellers utilized in the…
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Landlord Gives Financial Relief to Crozer Health With New Rent Deal
Crozer Health in Chester will no longer pay $35 million in annual rent to its landlord for its hospital properties, giving it some financial relief, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The restructuring was announced Tuesday by its landlord, Medical Properties Trust Inc. The properties are being given back to Crozer Health’s owner, Prospect…
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The Wall Street Journal: Brainstorming at Work — A Good Idea or a Waste of Time?
Brainstorming sessions at work is a highly suspicious activity of loosely formed thoughts that’s unlikely to show any real benefit, according to research from Sheena Iyengar, a professor at Columbia Business School. She’s written a book “Think Bigger” based on her research and interviews. She concludes group brainstorming is a waste of time, writes Callum…
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