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Media, Swarthmore, and Four Neighbors Eye Regional EMS Fix After Crozer Closure
A new regional EMS authority for six Delaware County towns has been proposed, writes Torin Sweeney for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Delco Emergency Services Authority, or Delco ESA, would cover Media, Nether Providence, Upper Providence, Rose Valley, Rutledge, and Swarthmore. The six Delaware County towns are working together to form the regional authority. Property owners…
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The Art of Boredom: Rediscovering Creativity and Connection in a Digital World
Good and bad most often come mixed together. An unruly child may have incredible drive and an insatiable curiosity. The student who talks out of turn also knows how to sustain conversation and keep others entertained. A good teacher trains students to harness the productive aspects of their personalities without indulging in harmful extremes. What…
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West Chester University Opera Theatre Presents Mozart’s ‘Così fan tutte’
West Chester University’s Opera Theatre invites the campus and surrounding community to experience a fresh and entertaining take on Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Così fan tutte, with performances on Saturday, May 2, at 7:30 PM and Sunday, May 3, at 3:00 PM in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West…
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Willistown’s M. Night Shyamalan Visits Philadelphia Pizzeria for a Baby Shower
Beloved Philly-area filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan recently surprised a local pizzeria owner when he stopped by the shop for a baby shower, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The famed director of classic Philadelphia-set films like The Sixth Sense and The Happening, who is also a resident of Willistown Township, visited Philadelphia pizza shop…
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From Small Town Bucks County to the World Stage: How Quakertown Shaped Sabrina Carpenter
Global pop success usually starts in the same places. Los Angeles. New York. Industry pipelines. Sabrina Carpenter started in Quakertown. That matters. Quakertown is not built for shortcuts. It is quiet. Spread out. You do not stumble into opportunity. You plan for it. You drive to it. You work for it. That shows up all…
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USA Today Names Reading Terminal Market Best Public Market in America for Third Time
Reading Terminal Market has earned the distinction by USA Today as the best public market in the United States, the publication writes. This is the third time the Philadelphia’s iconic market has been named the best in the nation. After finishing atop the list during its first two years in 2021 and 2022, respectively, it…
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Philadelphia Malls Are Not Dying, But Rather Evolving Thanks to E-Commerce
The experience of walking into a mall is much different today than it was a few decades ago. Due to modern technology, alternate shopping habits, and the decline of several retail brands, many are asking the question: Are malls dying? Moreover, the Philadelphia region is home to more than a dozen indoor shopping malls and…
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This Delaware County Woman Helped Artemis II Get to the Moon and Back
When Kristin Houston was still in high school, a chemistry teacher noticed her fondness for math and science and suggested she might want to study engineering. That conversation started her down a career path that would fuel her passion for the space industry and place her in a prominent role in the Artemis II mission…
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Town Hall April 30 Looks at Proposed Delco EMS Authority
A town hall on April 30 will address the creation of the Delco Emergency Services Authority for six central Delaware County municipalities. The authority would provide emergency services to the 40,000 residents of Swarthmore, Rose Valley, Media, Rutledge, Nether Providence, and Upper Providence townships, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. The public meeting takes…
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‘Queen of Philadelphia’ (and Delco) Visits Josh Shapiro in Harrisburg
Kylie Kelce stopped over in Harrisburg recently to talk with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro for her monthly video series, FAFO. The interview aired on her podcast, Not Gonna Lie, on Tuesday, writes Aliya Schneider for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Kelce, who lives in Haverford, combined some serious conversations with Shapiro and light-hearted moments that included shooting…
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Talluto’s in Ridley Park Keeps Italian Hoagie Simple and Fresh
Talluto’s in Ridley Park proves that while Philadelphia’s signature sandwich may be the cheesesteak, the region also has an abundance of other great long-roll offerings, including its Italian hoagie, writes BZ Maestro for BZ Maestro Eats. The popular deli and Italian gourmet shop dates back to the 1960s, first opening in Philadelphia’s Italian Market before…
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HEADstrong in Woodlyn Brings Support to Cancer Families From Those Who Have Been There
He was on his own cancer journey when Ridley High graduate Nick Colleluori planted the seeds for an organization that would eventually help 37,000 patients and their families fight their own cancer battles. Nick was 19, a sophomore at Hofstra University in New York, when he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. An outstanding athlete, he…
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“Remember the Ladies”: 12 Philadelphia Women Who Shaped a Revolution
Everyone knows the story of Betsy Ross and the first American flag, sewn in a small upholstery shop on Arch Street in Old City Philadelphia. But Ross wasn’t the only woman whose work helped define the Revolutionary War and the American cause. Across Philadelphia, American women, including writers, fundraisers, spies, poets, and even soldiers, played…
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Here Are 3 Ways You Can Go All In for Delco Gives on May 6–7
With just one week to go, Delaware County is gearing up for one of its most powerful displays of community generosity. Delco Gives returns May 6–7, bringing together hundreds of nonprofits and thousands of donors for an online giving event hosted by The Foundation for Delaware County. Now in its third year, Delco Gives continues…
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PA Turnpike Rolling Out New Text Alert Pilot Program for Unpaid Tolls
The Pennsylvania Turnpike is preparing to roll out a new pilot program that will alert drivers to unpaid tolls through text messages, reports Bryanna Gallagher for 6abc. Through the new program, officials will be able to speed up the collection process, creating a more convenient alternative to sending invoices through the mail. The system is still in the development phase, as officials consider the text message details. Other states with similar text programs have…
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Community Invited to DelVal on Saturday for Travis Manion Foundation Workout of the Day
There are workouts that challenge your body. Then, there are ones that carry a deeper meaning. Delaware Valley University’s Gradaute Student Organization will host a Travis Manion Foundation Workout of the Day (WOD) on Saturday, May 2 at 8:30 AM. The event will be held in honor of Marine Corps First Lieutenant Travis Manion, who…
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‘The Devil Wears Prada’ Has Ties to Bucks County. Here’s the Connection
In a recent interview with Alicia Vitarelli of 6abc, The Devil Wears Prada 2 stars, Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep, discussed their Philly connections, writes Abigail Covington for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hathaway’s ties to the area date back to her maternal grandfather, Joe McCauley, one of WIP’s most famous radio hosts, who was nicknamed Philly’s “Morning Mayor.” Her mother, Kate McCauley, was born…
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A Canvas of Community at Chester County’s Art Galleries
Chester County is home to hundreds of artists whose passion for creativity has produced work across all mediums, from acrylic paint and watercolors to sculptures and furniture masterpieces. Despite all the talent, it can be hard to get recognition. Some creators have their own personal studios, but there are also numerous art galleries to submit…
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