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Tiger Woods Helps Dedicate Learning Lab at Cobbs Creek Course
Tiger Woods was at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday for his Learning Lab at the Cobbs Creek Golf Course, which straddles West Philadelphia and Upper Darby. Woods’ TGR Foundation was primarily responsible for the Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab, which opened in April at the Cobbs Creek Course. The golf course is undergoing extensive renovations…
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Haverford Passes Law Requiring E-Scooter, E-Bike Helmets
Haverford Township now has an ordinance requiring children under 16 to wear helmets on e-bikes or electric scooters, writes Shawnette Wilson for Fox 29 Philadelphia. A final unanimous vote authorizing the new ordinance was taken Sept. 8 after a second reading. Townships in Delaware County have been experiencing a series of crashes that involve e-bikes…
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Here Are 5 Recommended Top Restaurants in Chadds Ford
Chadds Ford is known best for its history, scenery, and art, but there’s also plenty of vibrant and sophisticated restaurants to visit, writes Allie Forge for PhillyBite Magazine. Brandywine Prime is a modern American steakhouse that offers upscale and elegant dining, set in a restored 1703 stone building. The menu often features organic ingredients sourced…
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DELCO Careers – Dunwoody Village
Dunwoody Village job positions are available to qualified candidates. Dunwoody Village is a five-star ranked 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…
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WCU’s Wells School of Music Presents the Ninth Annual Concert on the Quad on Sept. 19
Pack some snacks and bring your lawn chairs! West Chester University’s (WCU) Wells School of Music presents the ninth annual Concert on the Quad, on a new date and at a new time, on Friday, Sept. 19, from 7:30-9:00 PM. The festive outdoor concert is free and open to all students, faculty, staff, and members of…
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Montgomery County Approves Human Relations Commission to Address Discrimination
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners voted earlier this week to create a human relations commission to address claims of unlawful discrimination in employment, real estate, housing, and public accommodations, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 2-1 party-line vote to approve the commission follows the growing pressure on Democratic officials in Montgomery County…
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Saquon Barkley’s Marketability Soars to New Heights
After a stellar season where Saquon Barkley, who currently resides in Malvern, set an NFL record for total yards, helped Eagles reach the Super Bowl, and won AP Offensive Player of the Year honors, his marketability has reached unprecedented heights among NFL players, writes Terry Lefton for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Ed Berry, who has…
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Philadelphia’s First of Its Kind Pilot Program, Which Gives Cash to Struggling Renters, Proves Effective
The PHLHousing+ program, a first of its kind in the nation, which gives no-strings-attached cash to struggling renters, is proving to be effective, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The program was launched in the fall of 2022. Since then, Philadelphia has been giving cash to 301 households randomly selected from wait lists for…
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Longtime Bucks County DA and Senior Judge Alan M. Rubenstein Dies at 79
Alan M. Rubenstein, retired senior judge for the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas and the longest-serving district attorney in the county’s history, died on Aug. 22 aged 79, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Rubenstein, who lived in Holland, was also a Hall of Fame boxing judge, mentor and dedicated volunteer. He represented…
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Pica’s Last Upper Darby Dine-in Day Is Now Only Weeks Away
The shutdown of Pica’s Restaurant at 7803 West Chester Pike in Upper Darby is continuing in early fall, with the last day for dine-in Oct. 26, according to an update posted on the restaurant website. The restaurant has been part of the Delaware County community for almost 70 years, reports CBS News Philadelphia. The website…
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Hall of Fame Coach George Raveling Started with St. Denis CYO
Hall of Fame basketball coach George Raveling, who died Sept. 1 at age 88, got his start coaching a CYO team of seventh and eighth graders at St. Denis School in Havertown. Raveling went on to coach in college for more than 30 years and won Olympic gold as an assistant for Team USA. He…
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Family Matters: CBS News Philadelphia Spotlights Daughter and Father WilmU Alums
Five years — that’s how long Veda Davida Wooley, Esq., has practiced law, and she’s only 28. A Deputy Attorney General at the Delaware Department of Justice, this Wilmington University (WilmU) alum has passed two state bar exams on her first attempt: Delaware and Nevada. “Proud is probably an understatement. It’s a manifestation of a lot…
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Greystar Plans 205 Apartments at Former King of Prussia Office Site
National apartment developer, Greystar, is eyeing another major project in King of Prussia, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company has filed plans to demolish an 85,000-square-foot aging office building at 720 Vandenburg Road. In its place, they will construct a six-story, 205-unit apartment complex. The U-shaped development would include a central…
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Exton Teen’s Small Business Goes Pro with Eagles-Themed Jewelry
Exton teen Samantha Martin’s unique small business has made its way to the NFL, reports Shawnette Wilson for Fox 29. The fourteen-year-old resident sells a variety of handmade jewelry through her business, Samantha’s Beads. Her Philadelphia Eagles-inspired pieces have been a success within the community, and items have even made their way to the Eagles’…
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Philly Water Recreation Advocates Push to Create More Access Points for Recreational Activities
Philadelphia has a number of advocates who envision turning Philadelphia into a city with among the most water-based recreation opportunities, writes Kyle Bagenstone for Delaware Currents. To get to that point, however, Philadelphia’s waterways would need to have less pollution and more boat launches. This would make various forms of water-based recreation more within reach…
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Delaware County Divided Over Proposed Human Relations Commission
A proposal ordinance to create a volunteer human relations commission in Delaware County is receiving some public pushback, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The public flooded a Delaware County Council meeting last Wednesday with supporters and detractors. “By adopting this ordinance, Delaware County sends a powerful message that some of our community stands for fairness,…
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Philadelphia Airport Gearing Up for 2026 Influx of Passengers
When crowds fly into Philadelphia in 2026, their first impression of the region will be at Philadelphia International Airport, and the airport is getting ready, reports Nikki Dementri for CBS News Philadelphia. People from around the nation and the world are coming here for March Madness at the end of March, for the FIFA World…
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Dunwoody Village Hosts Campus-Wide Job Fair Sept. 10
Dunwoody Village’s excellent reputation as a leading continuing care retirement community is due in large part to the dedicated, talented, and caring team members who provide exemplary care and service to its residents. Dunwoody Village staff is always interested in meeting people who share their commitment to excellence and want to join the team. On…
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