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Wawa Demonstrates How It Runs a Successful Food Program
Retailers can make a difference in their communities by creating food programs like those implemented by Wawa, writes Jessica Loder for C-Store Dive. Food insecurity hits people from all backgrounds, including about 7.4 million seniors and 20 percent of U.S. children, according to a study by Feeding America. Yet only 12 percent of unused food…
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Delco 10-Miler Success Means a Bigger Race Happening in 2026
The Delco 10-Miler inaugural run was a big success, so now organizers want to double its size for 2026, writes Torin Sweeney for The Philadelphia Inquirer. That means up to 2,500 runners could race, doubling the 1,200 runner cap in this year’s race that took place in September. The Delco 10-Miler took runners through Upper…
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For 33 Years, He’s Crossed the Delaware With George Washington
John B. Kelly of Drexel Hill likes to time travel back to Colonial America for Christmas. A 1776 Christmas, to be specific, writes Maria Pownall for the Daily Times. The 71-year-old has joined an annual tradition in the reenactment of George Washington’s Revolutionary War crossing of the Delaware River. Kelly is a historical actor who…
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DELCO Careers – Dunwoody Village
Dunwoody Village is a five-star, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community in Newtown Square, located in a picturesque wooded setting, combining comfort with award-winning, high-quality healthcare and rehabilitation. Dunwoody job positions are for career people who want a “decidedly different career,” people who share a commitment to excellence, and who want to join the team. Qualified applicants are encouraged to…
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Kennett Square Restaurant One of Most Reliable Places to Eat in Region
One Chester County restaurant found its place among the unsung heroes in the Philadelphia region who consistently deliver high-quality food, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. La Peña Mexicana in Kennett Square is set in a shed that looks like an old gas station. The structure is painted in yellow and brown vertical stripes…
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Planned Demolition of Market Street Buildings Raises Concerns for Many Community Members
Last month, it was announced that Comcast and the Philadelphia 76ers planned to have the buildings on Market East they acquired this past summer demolished. While there has not been any update as to what plans are after the demolition, some residents are raising concerns, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS Philadelphia. Debbie Wei, a member…
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Lower Merion and Narberth Voters Donate Hundreds of Food Boxes Amid SNAP Reductions
Voters in Lower Merion and Narberth brought hundreds of bags of nonperishable items for local food banks amid the reduction in SNAP benefits due to the ongoing government shutdown, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to Daniella Weinberg, director of communications for the Democratic Committee of Lower Merion and Narberth, every precinct in…
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Brandywine Conservancy Study Offers Flood Mitigation Recommendations
The Brandywine Conservancy in Chadds Ford has released a flood study outlining mitigation strategies that have been designed to lessen the impact of future natural disasters, such as Hurricane Ida, which caused widespread damage in the region, writes Jen Samuel for The Daily Local News. “Anywhere there is water, there is the potential for flooding,”…
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A New Artisan Bakery Is Coming to Quakertown’s Trolley Barn Public Market
The Worthy Dessert, a delicious artisan bakery with a wide selection of fresh baked goods, is opening in Trolley Barn Public Market in Quakertown on Nov. 15, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. Owner and longtime pastry chef Sarah Principe gained popularity at Lehigh Valley farmers markets. The bakery will offer a range of…
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Philadelphia Airport Sees Flight Cuts Ahead of Holiday Travel Season
A 10 percent cut in flights out of Philadelphia International Airport began Friday and is expected to cause disruptions ahead of a busy holiday travel season, writes Nick Vadala, Brett Sholtis, and Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The reductions are an FAA austerity measure to cope with the federal government shutdown and a growing…
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Hope for Hallie Founder Christine Jackson Honored as Citizen of the Year
Christine Jackson was in “complete shock” when she found out the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce had named her “Citizen of the Year.” The founder and executive director of Hope for Hallie in Media will be honored Nov. 20 by the Chamber during its EPIC Awards reception at The Drexelbrook Event Center in Drexel Hill. “Christine…
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Hosts November Events
Restaurant Roundtable Food service business owners and operators are invited to come to the next Restaurant Roundtable on Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM in Drexel Hill. The actual location will be shared the week of the meeting. This free gathering offers candid conversations about the everyday challenges in this industry. Register…
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Elections: Dems Hold Council as They Sweep Countywide Seats
Mirroring a national trend, Delaware County Democrats swept all countywide seats in Tuesday’s General Election, including Delaware County Council, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Tuesday also saw the election of Media Borough’s first woman of color for mayor. The county’s district attorney, Jack Stollsteimer, also won a seat on Delaware County Court. In…
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Newly Discovered Original of Betsy Ross’s Husband’s Diary Confirms ‘Profound Sacrifices’ Flagmaker and Her Family Made to Create United States
The original diary of John Claypoole, the third husband of Betsy Ross, the seamstress often credited as the maker of the first American flag, has recently been found, writes Natalie Pompilio for The Washington Post. The 240-year-old record details the John Claypoole capture by the British as a prisoner of war and being charged with…
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Weekend Wanderer: I Deleted My TBR
Now, I know you often ask yourself, while reading my little column here, how much tragedy can one person experience in a few years’ time? I mean, I would hardly characterize the events of the last few years as tragedies. As such, I’m sure the universe is now planning a calamity to befall me, as…
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WCU Hosts ‘Beyond Gratitude’ Veterans Advocacy Campaign and Community Events
In recognition of Veterans Day, on Tuesday, Nov. 11, Dr. Michele P. Bratina, WCU Professor of Criminal Justice, has spearheaded the organization of several free programs under the theme “Beyond Gratitude: A Justice and Advocacy Campaign for Veterans.” Events honor those who have served their country while exploring issues of justice, advocacy, and reintegration. The…
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Wall Street Journal: MontCo Man Builds Dream Lego World in Basement
An increasing number of adult Lego fans are transforming parts of their homes into elaborate worlds full of giant sets and detailed dioramas, including one Montgomery County man, writes Te-Ping Chen for The Wall Street Journal. Evan Rubin, 41, wanted to have a break from the monotony of daily life, from shuttling kids to and…
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Ten Penn Center Sold in $30M Deal, Conversion Project to Follow
The sale of Ten Penn Center is now complete, closing a $30 million deal, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. PMC Property Group acquired the 27-story, Center City building from a partnership between two firms, Sterling Equities in New York and Greenville Partners based in West Chester. This sale close comes more than…
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