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The Michener Art Museum Was Once a Jail. A New Exhibit Brings That History to Life.
Thousands of visitors have walked through the Michener Art Museum over the years without realizing they were standing on the grounds of the former Bucks County Jail. Now, one of America’s most acclaimed contemporary artists is helping tell that story. The Michener Art Museum will unveil Permanence: We Were Here on June 5, a newly…
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A Berwyn Couple Transformed Their Dark, Overgrown Property Into Year-Round Garden Paradise
For nearly 40 years, this couple has been turning their Berwyn property into one of the most beautiful private gardens in the region, writes Sally A. Downey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. When Bonnie and Bob Dettore bought their Chester County home in 1987, it was dominated by old-growth trees, bare ground, and almost no natural light. “The house was dark and damp all the…
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You’ll Need a $200,000 Salary to Afford These Delaware County Homes
To buy median-priced Delaware County homes in these two ZIP Codes, you’re going to need an annual salary of $200,000, writes Joanne Drilling and Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. That’s despite a recent drop in mortgage rates. There are nine ZIP codes in the Philadelphia metro area requiring at least $200,000, according to a…
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Ridley Park’s Rosemary Revamps Menu, Prices to Reflect Local Economics
Rosemary, the Ridley Park restaurant that has received rave reviews for its sophisticated city dining experience in the suburbs, is now streamlining its menu to boost lagging business, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Rosemary’s opened in June 2023 with the most ambitious menu in Delaware County. The customer count and revenue have not…
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‘Task’ Emmy Campaign: HBO Positions Delco Crime Drama Across Major Awards Categories
HBO is making a serious awards season push for Task, the Delaware County-area crime drama that has quickly become one of television’s most talked-about series. The network has revealed its Emmy submission strategy, positioning the show as a contender across nearly every major category, from acting and writing to directing and craft, according to Nellie Andreeva for Deadline. …
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Seven Family-Friendly Attractions in Delaware County That Can Save Summer Vacation
Summer vacation sounds magical until the kids start announcing they’re bored by the third day. Luckily, families don’t need to plan an expensive getaway to make the season feel memorable. Delaware County is packed with family-friendly attractions that can turn any ordinary afternoon into a full adventure. From indoor playgrounds and bowling lanes to orchards,…
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Green Family Foundation, Firstrust Bank Award $360,000 in Scholarships to 18 High School Seniors
In a powerful celebration of leadership, academic achievement, and commitment to serving their communities, the Green Family Foundation and Firstrust Bank awarded $360,000 in scholarships to 18 exceptional high school seniors during a recent ceremony at The Franklin Institute. The students, chosen for their academic drive and commitment to their communities, are the newest cohort…
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Widener University Honors Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green With 2026 Eckard Award for Distinguished Service
At Widener University, two employees who have spent a combined three decades quietly making the institution stronger were recognized this year with the university’s highest honor for staff excellence. Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green are the 2026 recipients of the university’s William David Eckard Jr. Award for Distinguished Service. Austin, of Wilmington, Delaware, is…
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This West Chester Salon Created a Calming Space for Clients with Sensory Sensitivities
For many families with children who struggle with sensory overload, a simple haircut can feel anything but simple. Wild Horse Salon in West Chester is working to change that, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Owner Maureen Helms recently unveiled a dedicated “Sensory Room” inside the salon, which is a quiet, carefully designed space built to make haircuts…
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D.R. Horton Eyes 130-Acre Honey Brook Site, Local Speedway for New 170-Home Community
One of the nation’s largest homebuilders has its sights set on rural Chester County, and its plans include saving a local speedway in the process, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. D.R. Horton is proposing a 170-home development on 130 acres next to the Honey Brook Speedway. The planned community, called Arbor’s Glen, would feature 85 duplex buildings and public amenities. In atypical fashion for the company, D.R. Horton…
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Embassy Suites Near Philadelphia Airport Listed for Sale As Investors Eye 2026 Event Boom
A well-known all-suite hotel steps from Philadelphia International Airport has hit the market, and the timing is no coincidence. The Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport, a 263-room property at 9000 Bartram Ave., is being offered for sale as investors look to cash in on what could be one of the most lucrative stretches in…
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263-Room Philadelphia Airport Hotel for Sale: Embassy Suites Lists at $40M Appraisal
A familiar name near Philadelphia International Airport could soon be under new ownership. The 263-room Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport at 9000 Bartram Ave. has been put up for sale by Dallas-based Ashford Hospitality Trust, a move that would mark the company’s exit from the Greater Philadelphia market, according to Emma Dooling of the…
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Why Swarthmore Continues to Be One of Delaware County’s Most Desirable Places to Live
There’s a moment, walking through Swarthmore on a weekday morning, when it’s easy to forget you’re just eleven miles from one of the country’s largest cities. The streets are quiet, the canopy is thick, and the architecture feels deliberately unhurried. Yet within minutes, a train can have you sitting in Center City Philadelphia. That tension, between small-town calm and big-city access,…
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Buc-ee’s vs. Wawa: A Philly Fan’s Honest Review of the South’s Most Hyped Convenience Store
What happens when a die-hard Wawa fan spends nearly five hours driving to check out the South’s most hyped convenience store? Stephanie Farr of The Philadelphia Inquirer made exactly that trip and came back with plenty of thoughts. Farr’s destination was the 74,000-square-foot Buc-ee’s in Mount Crawford, Va., a Texas-born chain with a fanbase so passionate it made her…
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Chadds Ford Teen Helps Pave the Way for First Needle-Free Insulin Approved for Kids with Diabetes
For most kids, managing a busy schedule of sports and school is just part of growing up. For Greg Stanoch of Chadds Ford, it also meant multiple insulin injections every single day. “It’s really hard for me to say this, but I couldn’t really be a kid,” the 15-year-old said. “It was a lot of…
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Delaware County Rapid Response Fund Played Essential Role to Nonprofits, Supported by Generous Donors
When SNAP benefits were paused, and families across Delaware County were struggling to put food on the table, two of the county’s philanthropic organizations stepped in to provide emergency funding. The Foundation for Delaware County and The Community’s Foundation activated the Delaware County Rapid Response Fund in November 2025, mobilizing emergency dollars for nonprofits on…
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Montgomery County Just Launched Its Most Ambitious Housing Plan Ever
A teacher who drives 45 minutes to get to work. A nurse priced out of the neighborhood where she spends her shifts. A police officer who can’t afford to live in the community he patrols. These aren’t hypothetical scenarios. They’re the lived reality behind Montgomery County’s first-ever affordable housing blueprint, unveiled this week by county…
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K9 Resorts Is Bringing Dog Summer Camp to Bethlehem and Chalfont This June
Dogs in Bucks County are getting a summer upgrade this year, and it goes well beyond the usual belly rubs and afternoon naps, writes Lacey Latch for Bucks County Courier Times. New Jersey-based K9 Resorts is rolling out an eight-week summer camp program at its Bethlehem and Chalfont locations, running June 16 through Aug. 9,…
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