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William Penn Runs Out of Cash in January Without a State Budget
William Penn School District will run out of money to operate its schools by the end of January, said Superintendent Eric Becoats at a Monday night school board meeting. William Penn covers Aldan, Colwyn, Darby, East Lansdowne, Lansdowne, and Yeadon Boroughs, with about 4,500 students in 11 schools. The district depends on Pennsylvania for 55…
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Allison Stoutland of Rose Valley Is a Children’s Author and ‘Mama Bear’ to the Eagles
Allison Stoutland is a popular children’s author in Rose Valley. She also happens to be the wife of Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland, and is known as “Mama Bear” to the Eagles, writes Alex Coffey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The former teacher has been with her husband for 33 years throughout his coaching career.…
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West Chester University President Seeks Everyone’s Help to Move the University Forward
West Chester University President Dr. Laurie Bernotsky laid out the framework for the University to start developing an action plan that would begin launching in the summer of 2026; the action plan will be the university’s first step in its movement from “almost awesome” to “awesome.” Dr. Bernotsky enthusiastically talked about her last 14 months…
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This St. Pius X Music Teacher’s a Joy in the Daylight, But Don’t Cross Her on Halloween Nights
Christine Stief is an absolutely delightful music teacher at St. Pius X School in Broomall, but in the Halloween season, she becomes something more disturbing at night, reports Dan Sheridan for 6abc. The dedicated and joyful teacher has taught at St. Pius X School for 15 years. ”I get to sing and dance all day…
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Abrams Realty’s Plan for Exton Square Redevelopment Rejected
Abrams Realty & Development plans to file a lawsuit following the West Whiteland Township Board of Supervisors’ rejection of its master plan to redevelop the Exton Square Mall, writes Noah Zucker for BISNOW. “For political reasons, it looks like these guys didn’t want to approve us,” said developer Peter Abrams. “My partners and I view this…
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Lahaska’s Peddler’s Village Appoints Founders’ Daughter as New CEO
Donna Jamison Cave has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer at Peddler’s Village following the departure of Bob McGowan, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. For the past decade, Cave served as the chair of the board of directors at Peddler’s Village. In her new role, she will be in charge of long-term planning…
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Philadelphia Neighborhood Spellings That Sometimes Trip Up Even Lifelong Residents
Philadelphia is a city of neighborhoods and a rich history. The latter point has led to several street and neighborhood names that may stumble even lifelong residents, let alone visitors and even autocorrect, writes Jim Smithton for Philly Bite Magazine. There are four locations in particular that often stumbles people when it comes to its…
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New Family Village Program Launches at The Foundation for Delaware County
The Foundation for Delaware County is introducing a new program, ‘Family Village’— uniting health, housing, and hope for families. Family Village integrates vital programs that address the social and economic factors shaping family health and stability. The Foundation for Delaware County, a leading community foundation in the region, announced the launch of Family Village, a…
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Task Showrunner Brad Ingelsby Weighs in on a Second Task Season
Task showrunner Brad Ingelsby is open to the idea of a second season for his HBO crime drama that takes place in Delaware County, reports Kamryn Scrivens for Fox 29. “Look, I’d love to do another season of Task,” said Ingelsby, speaking at the 34th annual Philadelphia Film Festival. “I think if, if there’s an…
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In a Smart Phone World, Some in Delaware County Crave Landlines
There’s a growing consumer movement to bring back landlines as an alternative to smartphones, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Parents, particularly, want the old technology back for their children. Groups like Delco Unplugged are encouraging parents to wait until their children are in high school to introduce smartphones. The worry is over mental…
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State Budget Impasse Threatens Delaware County Domestic Abuse Project
The state budget impasse is now affecting Delaware County’s Domestic Abuse Project, which helps victims of domestic abuse, writes Raymond Strickland for CBS News Philadelphia. Michelle Brown, the executive director of the Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County (DAP), has had to issue a hiring freeze since it has not received any previously approved state…
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Toys “R” Us Makes a Nostalgic Comeback to King of Prussia
The former king of toy retail, Toys “R” Us, is making a nostalgic comeback, landing in the King of Prussia Mall, writes Zoe Greenberg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After filing for bankruptcy in 2017 and shuttering nearly 800 stores nationwide, the beloved brand is re-emerging with more than two dozen new flagship and seasonal pop-up…
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Accidental Overdose Deaths in Chester County Hit Lowest Level Since 2015
In 2024, Chester County has reported 69 accidental overdose deaths linked to drug and alcohol use, marking the county’s lowest total since 2015, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. County officials are projecting the number will be even lower this year. “It’s because of everything everybody is doing in this room – county leadership, our providers,…
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Restaurant in Doylestown Transforms Dining Room into Vibrant Modern Space
Maxwell’s On Main in Doylestown has transformed the first-floor dining room of its historic two-level venue into a vibrant, modern space, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The space, formerly dominated by moody Victorian booth seating, is now dynamic and offers more options for enjoying fall gatherings. Dimensional Contractors carried out renovations from February through…
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Stateside Vodka Takes Anheuser-Busch to Court, Accusing Beer Giant of Copying Surfside Brand
Philadelphia-based Stateside Vodka is suing Anheuser-Busch InBev, claiming the company’s recently launched canned cocktails copied the design of its highly successful Surfside brand, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The lawsuit was filed earlier this week in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. The local spirits company claims that…
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Cemeteries Seek Creative Alternatives as Revenue Declines
There are more people than ever opting for cremations so cemeteries, particularly smaller ones like the Har Jedhuda Cemetery in Upper Darby, are struggling, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Har Jehuda has been important for the region’s Jewish community since it was founded in the 1890s, with more than 20,000 graves. These days, though,…
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Pica’s Served Up Its Last Pizza in Its Upper Darby Dining Room Sunday
Pica’s served up its last meal at its Upper Darby dining room on West Chester Pike on Sunday as it moves to a new takeout location in Broomall, writes Courtney Cherry and Joe Holden for CBS News Philadelphia. The family restaurant has served its famous upside-down pizza in the dining room since 1971, along with…
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Like ‘Mare,’ ‘Task’ Actors Had to Learn That Crazy Delco Accent
Delaware County is once again featured in an HBO series from Brad Ingelsby, requiring the actors to turn to the same dialect coach, Susanne Sulby, who helped Kate Winslet and Jean Smith learn to speak Delco in “Mare of Easttown.” “Task’ lead Mark Ruffalo recently talked about how the “Task” cast adapted to speak that…
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