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Dad Jokes Built Delaware County Native Dave Ogleton’s TikTok Career
Delaware County native Dave “FitDad” Ogleton knows how to get his 3 million+ followers on TikTok to laugh and cringe at the same time, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ogleton is the “King of Dad Jokes.” The fathers laugh. The kids are slightly embarrassed. Ogleton produces clever puns and rapid-fire quips. He started…
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Former Villanova Coach Jay Wright on the NCAA Big 5: ‘It’s a Sad Time’
Former Villanova head men’s basketball coach Jay Wright is disappointed no Big 5 teams have made the men’s NCAA Tournament in two years, calling it a “sad time,” writes Gabriela Carroll for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This year, all six of Philadelphia’s Division I teams were left out of the men’s NCAA Tournament. The last time…
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Wall Street Journal: Penn State’s New Palmer Museum of Art Earns High Marks, But There is Something Lacking
The new Palmer Museum of Art at Pennsylvania State University gets high marks for its handsome and ample spaces, but its isolated location is a failing, writes Michael J. Lewis for The Wall Street Journal. The museum relocated from its Postmodern building to an assertively contemporary structure due to the massive growth in its collection.…
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Weekend Wanderer: A Dysfunctional Relationship with Time
It was a bright, balmy morning when I pulled into the Temple of Doom’s parking lot. Willie had an appointment. Willie’s primary care provider requested I accompany Willie on her visits with him since her unfortunate diagnosis. Which sounds easy enough. But for two things. One, Willie’s doctor is a 40-minute drive from the Temple…
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Netflix House Brings Favorite Shows to Life at King of Prussia Mall
King of Prussia Mall will soon become home to Netflix House, an immersive venue that will allow visitors to experience their favorite shows in real life, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The new entertainment space is expected to open in 2025. Netflix House will have interactive spaces focusing on the most popular shows…
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Bucks County’s Best Hot Dogs: Top Spots to Savor This Summer
As summer approaches, Bucks County’s hot dog scene is sizzling with unique offerings. Local eateries are serving up inventive hot dogs that delight both traditionalists and adventurous eaters, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Cheese Dawgs in Bristol offers over three dozen specialty hot dogs. Highlights include the Philly Surf &…
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Philadelphia Developers Purchase Two Old City Buildings in Joint Venture
Lubert-Adler Real Estate Funds and Keystone Development and Investment, two Philadelphia developers, are finalizing a deal to purchase two Old City buildings, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The two buildings are the 10-story Bourse building and the 12-story 400 Market Street building, respectively. Once finalized, the developers plan to convert the neighboring…
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Public Health Kiosks Are Coming to Delaware County With Free Tests and Products
A new approach to public health is being tried out in Delaware County that will let residents be tested for various ailments for free at any time, at automated healthcare kiosks, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. Three of the Test and Go healthcare kiosks will be installed this summer at the county Government Center in…
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First Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous A-Frame House in Glen Mills
A gorgeous A-frame Glen Mills house set on lovely 0.51 acres with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale. This luxurious residence is perfectly situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac neighborhood and offers a lifestyle of comfort and sophistication. Highlights include an impressive foyer with pristine white Mirage hardwood flooring, a…
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Father Bill Atkinson’s Remains Moved to Villanova Chapel Amidst Sainthood Investigation
The remains of Father Bill Atkinson were transferred Friday to the chapel at Villanova University. The late Augustinian priest is being considered for sainthood, reports Joe Holden and Will Kenworthy for CBS News Philadelphia. The Upper Darby native’s remains were moved from a West Conshohocken cemetery to the chapel. Atkinson’s family, fellow Augustinians and Archbishop…
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How Lancaster County’s Shady Maple Smorgasbord Thrives Amidst Buffet Industry Struggles
While many buffet restaurants are struggling and several all-you-can-eat chains have declared bankruptcy, Shady Maple Smorgasbord in East Earl continues to thrive, report Abby Narishkin, Mark Adam Miller, and Dorian Barranco for the Business Insider. On the weekends, there are thousands of people from all over the country who wait in line to enjoy the…
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New Beginnings for Neshaminy Mall: Paramount Realty Set to Revitalize Bensalem Landmark
Neshaminy Mall, one of Bucks County’s largest and oldest shopping centers, has a new owner. Paramount Realty will finalize the purchase within the next 30 days, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. No specific plans have been disclosed by Paramount Realty regarding the 1-million square foot property located at the crossroads…
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American Red Cross Center City Building Goes Up for Sale, Conversion Likely
A five-story Center City West office building currently owned by American Red Cross is going up for sale, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 52,676-square-foot building was most recently assessed by the city at $12.2 million. It being on the market presents another conversion opportunity in an area of Philadelphia that has…
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A ‘Dangerous’ West Chester Pike Median in Newtown Square Is Being Fixed
Drivers say a new median along West Chester Pike in Newtown Square is downright scary, writes Dawn Timmerney for Fox 29 News. PennDOT built the median and now is looking for a fix after receiving several complaints from drivers using the route. Apparently, part of the newly-installed media on eastbound West Chester Pike near the…
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Mark Ruffalo Shoots Critical ‘Task’ Scene at Delaware County Courthouse
Mark Ruffalo, along with the rest of the cast and crew of the new HBO miniseries, “Task,” took over Courtroom 15 this week at the Delaware County Courthouse in Media, writes Raymond Ragand for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The miniseries from “Mare of Easttown” creator Brad Ingelsby has been filming since early March in various locations…
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Meet the Delaware County Queen of the Hustle—Lisa Chavous
People familiar with Philadelphia and Delaware County’s music scene generally know Lisa Chavous, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. Born and raised in Sharon Hill, Chavous, now a Lansdowne resident, is a spot-on tribute artist specializing in Motown, disco, R&B, and the blues. Chavous is an international vocalist as well as a songwriter, recording…
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Merion Golf Club Caddie Abigail Schmucker Earns Scholarship
Haverford High School graduate Abigail Schmucker is one of the first women of four, to be hired as a junior caddie at Ardmore’s Merion Golf Club in its 128-year history. Now she is the recipient of the Platt Evans Scholarship, a tuition scholarship to Penn State for caddies, writes Kerith Gabriel for The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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Meet SCORE Award Winner: West Chester Hoops
Each year SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties recognizes owners and entrepreneurs that have demonstrated unique vision, innovation, and achievement in support of our local economy and small business community. Congratulations to the six small businesses and nonprofits honored on June 6 at the annual Small Business Achievements Awards event at Penn Oaks Golf Club in…
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