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DELCO Careers – The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth
Founded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital and incorporated as a nonprofit in 1983, The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth is an entrepreneurial social enterprise committed to transforming lives and communities. Headquartered in Audubon, TLC operates across multiple states, providing K-12 alternative education, comprehensive mental and behavioral health services, coaching, counseling, and trauma-informed…
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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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Find Your Cause: Delaware County’s Volunteer Fair Connects Residents With Local Nonprofits
If you’ve always wanted to do more for your community, but don’t know where to start, you should swing by a free volunteer fair taking place Thursday morning, June 25, from 8:30 to 10:30 AM, at the Delaware County Bar Association, 335 W. Front Street in Media. Connection with a Cause is a volunteer fair…
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Gone but Not Forgotten: 10 Vanished Montgomery County Hangouts
You’ve probably driven past one of these without knowing it. The Aldi off Route 309 in Montgomeryville sits where carloads once swapped a driver’s license for an in-car heater on cold nights. The food court at Plymouth Meeting Mall covers the ground where moviegoers once sat near a fountain that never worked. And the office…
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Cliveden in Germantown is Rewriting Its Own History, and Inviting the Community to Help
Standing on the grounds of Cliveden in Germantown, it’s easy to feel the weight of what happened here. Musket fire tore through these walls during the 1777 Battle of Germantown. British soldiers barricaded themselves inside while Continental troops, including forces under George Washington, tried to break through. The stone facade still bears the scars. But…
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From Kensington Distillery to 11 Million Cases: How Surfside Became One of America’s Fastest-Growing Alcohol Brands
What started in a Kensington distillery a decade ago has quietly become one of the biggest alcohol brands in America. And its founders say they have no plans to leave Philadelphia, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer.. Surfside, the spiked tea and lemonade brand from local company Stateside Spirits, has posted growth numbers that…
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Havertown Bar Owner Notes Guinness on the Rise Among a Surprising Demographic
Local bar owners, including Tom Thornton of J.D. McGillicuddy’s in Havertown, have noticed a boost in Guinness sales among an unexpected age group, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The acclaimed Irish stout has been a fan favorite for older demographics in Ireland and the United States since its creation. Recently, Thornton has noticed…
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Springfield Farmhouse That Was Once a Church and Mill Hits the Market for $475K
A Springfield home with a past as layered as its history has hit the market for $475,000, giving buyers a rare chance to own a piece of local history that comes with modern updates, writes Paul Jablow for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The five-bedroom, two-bathroom farmhouse-style home spans 2,368 square feet and dates to the mid-to-late 19th century. …
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Haverford’s Jason Kelce Could Land a Bigger ESPN Role as Network Reshapes NFL Lineup
Jason Kelce traded his helmet for a headset just two years ago. Now ESPN may be ready to hand him a bigger microphone. The network is considering the Eagles legend for an expanded on-air role as it reshapes its NFL broadcast lineup ahead of a landmark year, according to Eva Geitheim for Sports Illustrated. The…
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How Episcopal Academy’s Matt Freese Took the Long Road From Delco to the World Cup
Most elite soccer prospects take the first pro deal they can get, but Matt Freese did the opposite. By the fall of 2016, the Episcopal Academy goalkeeper was already on the radar of clubs on two continents, according to Matthew DeGeorge of the Daily Times. The Philadelphia Union wanted him, Bethlehem Steel could have put a pro…
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Pennsylvania’s 1776 Constitution: A Parallel Celebration
The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, but it also marks the semi-quincentennial of another seminal text: the Pennsylvania Constitution of 1776. While the Declaration remains a foundational pillar of American history, the Pennsylvania Constitution represents an equally significant, highly progressive milestone in democratic governance that deserves its own distinct…
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How to Help Someone With Depression: 4 Ways Families Can Offer Support and Find Hope
Having a loved one struggling with depression can be a profound challenge. Not only are depressed people often unwilling or unable to admit or discuss the depth of their struggle, but the symptoms themselves are incredibly painful to watch. According to an article written by the Mayo Clinic, the symptoms of depression can vary from…
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In Upper Darby: Man in Mask Snatches Alligator From Darby Creek
The urban myth about alligators in the sewers came closer to reality this week when Upper Darby Police reported that a two-foot alligator was spotted in Darby Creek in Upper Darby, writes Tom Ignudo for CBS News Philadelphia. Someone walking their dog at Penn Pines Park near Providence Road contacted Upper Darby Police after the…
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Former Sixers President and Lansdowne Native Pat Croce Takes on Everest While Battling Rare Blood Cancer
Pat Croce, the 71-year-old former Sixers president, entrepreneur, and spiritual seeker, faced one of his hardest challenges yet: taking chemotherapy pills while trekking Mount Everest. Once known for his roaring “I feel great!” optimism, Croce built a fortune in physical therapy, helped revive the Philadelphia 76ers, and became a larger-than-life figure in Philly sports, reports Larry…
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From Lawyer to Teacher: How Mark Franek Found His Calling at Chester’s YSC Academy
Mark Franek had the law degree, the firm, and the long hours that come with all of it. What he didn’t have was the work that mattered most, so he went back to the classroom, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Today Franek teaches at YSC Academy, the Chester-based high school built for elite boys’ soccer players…
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Here Are the Best Water Ice Spots in Delaware County for Beating the Summer Heat
When summer turns sweaty in the Philadelphia suburbs, relief is rarely more than a few blocks away. Ben Silver and Anne E. Hill rounded up several local water ice stops for Main Line Today, and the list is a reminder that Delaware County knows how to beat the heat. The spots worth knowing range from…
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Your Delco Father’s Day Guide: Linvilla Fishing, Rose Tree Car Show, and World Cup Watch Parties
Father’s Day doesn’t have to mean a card, a grill, or another “World’s Best Dad” mug. On Sunday, June 21, spots around Delaware County offer enough to build a full day around whatever Dad actually likes, whether that’s casting a line, lingering over brunch, walking a wooded trail, swinging a club, sipping something local, talking horsepower, or settling into a lawn chair for…
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Valley Forge Hosts Free July 4 Celebration for America’s 250th Anniversary
When George Washington’s Continental Army camped at Valley Forge in the winter of 1777, the survival of the American experiment was far from certain. This July 4, the ground where that story unfolded becomes the setting for a celebration of how far the nation has come. Valley Forge Park Alliance, the official philanthropic partner of…
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