Delaware County
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There’s Room for a Delco Bar or 2 on a List of ‘Best Bars in Philadelphia Region’
In a sea of good bars in the Philadelphia region, there are those that really stand out, and several of them are right here in Delaware County, according to a new list by Philadelphia Magazine. Teresa’s Next Door is one of the best neighborhood bars in the region. Located at 126 North Wayne Avenue in…
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Delaware County Parents Renew Battle for Passage of Deana’s Law
Parents of a Delaware County woman struck and killed by a repeat DUI offender two years ago addressed the Pennsylvania Senate Transportation Committee on Sept. 21st about Deana’s Law, writes Jon Campisi for patch.com. Rich and Rosann DeRosa are fighting for passage of Senate Bill 773, known as Deana’s Law, named for their 45-year-old daughter,…
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Foundation for Delaware County Once Again a Sponsor for Delco Arts Week
The arts are reawakening in Delaware County. The third annual Delco Arts Week is approaching, virtually and in-person. The week of Saturday, Oct. 2 through Saturday, Oct. 9 has a full roster of activities, events, concerts, exhibits and more to experience. Delaware County will host more than 60 events—many that are free to the public—from…
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This Delco Veteran Has Made Junk His Business. Now There’s a Reality Show
Delaware County native and U.S. Army veteran Jerry Flanagan started JDog Junk Removal in 2011. Ten years later, the Berwyn company is nationally recognized and ready for its own reality TV series, “Operation Hidden Treasure,” writes Michael Tanenbum for Philly Voice. The new reality show will run on the Discovery Channel. Flanagan served as an…
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Get Started on QuickBooks Online With This Free SCORE Webinar Sept. 30
On Thursday, Sept. 30, small business owners will learn about “Getting Started With QuickBooks Online.” The webinar, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., is an overview of the setup and basic transaction entry in the QucikBooks Online software. Millions of businesses and non-profits use QuickBooks® Online software to manage their bookkeeping. Understanding how to set…
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The Lure of the Pumpkin and Other Fall Delaware County Adventures
Once again, fall has snuck up on us and there’s a promise of orange and yellow ahead. Fortunately, farms and retailers are happy to put pumpkins at the center of all things. Here in Delaware County, two locations are offering an immersive fall experience, writes Michelle Reese for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Arasapha Farms Located in…
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7 Delaware County Public High Schools Rank Among Top 50 in Pennsylvania
Seven Delaware County public high schools are among the top 50 in Pennsylvania for 2022, according to a new ranking recently released by Niche. To determine the ranking for its 2022 Best Public High Schools in Pennsylvania list, Niche used a rigorous analysis of key statistics using data provided by the U.S. Department of Education…
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Delaware County in Top 10 of Pennsylvania Counties With Highest Vaccination Rates
Delaware County is among the top 10 counties with the highest COVID-19 vaccination rate in Pennsylvania, according to a new report by Stacker. Delaware County ranked in fourth place with 61.3 percent of the population (or 347,675 residents) fully vaccinated. This is 9.5 percent above the vaccination rate in Pennsylvania. Among the population over 65,…
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Kate Winslet on Time’s 100 Most Influential List as ‘Mare’ Takes 4 Emmys
“Mare of Easttown” and Kate Winslet have put Delaware County in the international spotlight once again as “Mare” takes (name) Emmys and Winslet is named in Time’s 100 most influential people, writes Max Bennett for patch.com. “Mare” took three Emmy Awards Sunday night, with Kate Winslet winning for Lead Actress in a Limited Series,…
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2 Local Schools Join Forces to Give All Students Equal Access to a College Degree
An announcement from two local college presidents Wednesday afternoon is a game-changer for those who get left behind pursuing a college degree. West Chester University and Delaware County Community College have joined forces with a Washington, D.C.-based education firm EAB, to make sure students of color and those from underserved communities have as many opportunities…
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Delaware County Towns Are Making A lot of “Best of” Lists These Days
Delaware County communities have been making a lot of top 20 “best of” lists lately when it comes to finding a desirable place to live. While the city of Philadelphia has plenty to offer, its suburbs can also provide affordability, extra living space and amazing amenities, writes Patrick McNichol for Suburban Solutions. Here in Delaware…
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Looking Good for 2 Delco Schools on U.S. News 2022 College Ranking List
A university and a college in Delaware County both moved up in rank in their respective categories over last year in a Top 100 Colleges and Universities list for 2022 compiled by U.S. News & World Reports. Villanova University came in at 49th, up from its national ranking in 2021 at No. 53, writes Pat…
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Wall Street Journal: No ‘Mare’ Tours Yet in Delco, but Tourists Are Probably Ready
Travelers now make vacation plans around their favorite shows or movies, scheduling tours dealing with crime and murder, writes Elizabeth G. Dunn for The Wall Street Journal. In the case of HBO’s recent hit “Mare of Easttown,” no one has yet put together a noninvasive Mare tour of Delaware County. There were those trespassers in…
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‘Mare of Easttown’ Was Courted by Amazon Studios But Lost to HBO
HBO’s detective drama “Mare of Easttown”, with 16 Emmy nominations at the Emmy Awards Sept. 19, is a television standout and got the attention of Amazon Studios, writes Michael Tanenbaum for phillyvoice.com. It’s a nice feather in HBO’s cap, and others will likely try to duplicate its successful formula of star power, storytelling and suspense.…
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U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon Shares Children’s Book Tied to Her Family
U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon (D-5) shared a reading of the children’s book “The Other Side” as part of a Library of Congress “Read Around the States” video initiative, reports news.psu.edu. Scanlon, who represents Delaware County and parts of Montgomery County and Chester County, wanted to share the book because of her family’s personal connection…
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Applications Extended to Sept. 17 for Delco Green Ways Grants
Delaware County’s popular Delco Green Ways Grant Program is now accepting applications for Grant Round 2 through Sept. 17. Municipalities are encouraged to apply for the grants, which are part of the county’s efforts to implement 2035 Open Space, Recreation, and Greenway goals. The Green Ways grants allow communities to get wish-list projects completed. “This…
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Delaware County Remembers 9/11 With Special Events on 20th Anniversary
On the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of 9/11, Delaware County communities and organizations are hosting ceremonies and activities to commemorate the day, writes Peg DeGrassa for Daily Times. Delaware County hosted an annual event Friday honoring First Responders at the Law Enforcement Memorial at Rose Tree Park. Today at 8:30 a.m., there will…
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COVID-19 Cases Level Off in Region, But There’s Still Concern for What’s Coming
The number of coronavirus infections has been leveling off in the region, but the high infection rate of the delta variant could mean cases going up again as students return to school, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “The next couple of weeks will tell the tale,” with “three different forces converging” — the…
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