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Havertown Parents Run 340 Miles for Their Son With Down Syndrome
Michael Mallick and Jenny Mallick of Havertown joined a 340-mile run March 21 from Los Angeles to Las Vegas to raise money for the National Down Syndrome Society. Their youngest son, Gregory, 9, was born with Down Syndrome, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. “Gregory is truly an amazing little guy and teaches me…
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2 Delaware County Middle Schools Are in the Top 25 in the State, Niche Says
Two Delaware County middle schools made it onto a list of the top 25 middle schools in Pennsylvania, as compiled by Niche, writes Matt DiSanto for Centre Daily Times, reported at Yahoo!news. Niche is a website with data on schools and colleges across the country. Radnor Middle School in Wayne was the highest ranked middle…
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See How Delaware County Ranks in Giving Its Kids Economic Opportunities
Making friends with people of different economic backgrounds is the best way for children to eventually surpass the earning potential of their parents, according to a new study. The Wealth Management Group looked at the role of friendships and location to see where in Pennsylvania children have the best and worst chances at upward economic…
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Mike Friel Steps up to Coach Radnor High School’s Lacrosse Team
When Radnor High School lacrosse coach John Begier announced he was retiring, student athlete Michael Savadove looked to athletic director Mike Friel for consolation. “It was like my best friend was dead. I didn’t know what to do. I was losing it,” Savadore said. At the time, he had no idea he was talking to…
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Episcopal’s Taylor Wright Reminds You of His Dad Until He Doesn’t
Taylor Wright has a lot of his father’s moves—arms folded across his chest or extended outward, palms skyward, expressing confusion or angst, or just burying his face in his palms, writes Aaron Carter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Wright, 30, is the boys’ basketball coach at Episcopal Academy in Newtown Square, and a 2011 graduate there.…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
For those looking for a career in behavioral health who want to better the lives of children and adults, CCRES positions are available. CCRES staffers work in schools, homes, and the community. CCRES, Downingtown, provides over 1,500 professional behavioral health career staff to meet the needs of children and adults challenged by autism, behavioral health issues,…
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Over the Last 10 Years, Philadelphia Region Sees Surge in Active Apprenticeships
A growing number of industries are offering apprenticeships, hoping to attract new talent by offering free education and long-term career options, writes Lizzy McLellan Ravitch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Risk-mitigation firm Aon started its Philadelphia apprenticeship program three years ago, in the middle of the pandemic. But the risk paid off. Aon’s first Philadelphia trainees…
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Washington Post: Nearly Half of Polling Places Moved in Montgomery County For Passover Located in Synagogues
Some of Pennsylvania’s most populous counties, including Montgomery County, are relocating polling places out of synagogues and other Jewish buildings to avoid time conflicts with the first day of Passover, writes Mark Scolforo for The Washington Post. In Montgomery County, the most populous Philadelphia suburb, eight of the 17 polling places that were moved had…
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Chester County Home to One of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America
As 2024 unfolds, many couples are looking for the perfect spot to rekindle their romance over a delicious meal. The OpenTable list of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America offers a top recommendation that’s not too far from home. Kaamil Jones noted it for NBC10 Philadelphia. OpenTable determined the restaurants that provide the best…
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Temple Opens New Incubator Space, Eyes Turning North Philadelphia Into An Innovation Hub
Temple University recently opened iNest, a new incubator space that the school hopes can ignite innovation in North Philadelphia, writes Ryan Mullian for PHL Inno. The incubator is meant to be a catalyst for innovative research, commercializing ideas, and producing startups, in the mold of the Penn Center for Innovation at the University of Pennsylvania.…
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Delco Proud Rosati Ice in Clifton Heights Is Known Nationally
Rich Trotter, owner of Rosati Ice out of Clifton Heights recently spoke about his company on the Good Neighbor Podcast, hosted by Bob Baisse. Rosati Ice, a unique brand of water or Italian ice, was started in West Philadelphia by Sam Rosati in 1912, but the 100 plus-year-old company shifted its operations to Clifton Heights…
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See How Delaware County Compares in Health With PA, US
A report from the Wisconsin Health Institute shows that Delaware County is about as healthy as the average county in Pennsylvania, but better than average when compared to the nation, writes Max Bennett for Patch. Researchers assessed Pennsylvania county health based on a number of metrics, including behaviors, access to health care, longevity and quality…
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Haverford Hawks Extend Hands Across the Ice to Finland
When they’re not playing hockey, the Haverford Hawks are ambassadors, sometimes they do both at the same time, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. It’s the 25th anniversary of the Haverford Hawks Finland Exchange, a program co-founded by Hawks parent John Wert. The Hawks are hosting the Viikingit team this week from Helsinki, Finland. The visiting…
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Meet the Woman Who’s Stood With Jay Wright Through Triumph and Defeat
It could be argued that there’s no better college basketball coach than Villanova University’s Jay Wright. Wright has led his Villanova team to two national championships and four Final Four appearances. During two decades at Villanova, Wright has built the Wildcats into a nationally-respected team. And standing right beside him through it all has been…
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SCORE Honors Women’s History Month With Loyal Volunteers Who Pay It Forward
SCORE honors Women’s History Month by celebrating the significant impact of women-owned businesses on the US economy. Employing 9.4 million workers, these companies are at the forefront of innovation and introducing new products and services. Closer to home, SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties is proud to shine a light on their women members who are…
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The Philadelphia Print Shop in Wayne is a True Treasure Trove of Antique Maps
The Philadelphia Print Shop in Wayne is a true treasure trove of history, writes Melissa Jacobs for the Main Line Tonight. It is run by David Mackey, who started collecting antique maps almost a quarter century ago. Since then, he has spent plenty of time going through other people’s garages, barns, and attics. Even more…
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These Bucks County Towns Have the Most Expensive Homes in Pennsylvania
Purchasing a home can be a lofty investment, and many Bucks County towns have the most expensive home prices in Pennsylvania, according to a report from Stacker. New Hope took the top spot out of all Bucks County towns, as the fourth most expensive in Pennsylvania. A typical home value in the iconic town…
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Phillies Are Partnering With Comcast Spectacor in $2.5B South Philadelphia Sports Complex Transformation Efforts
Comcast Spectacor is getting a new partner in its efforts to transform the South Philadelphia Sports Complex in the Philadelphia Phillies, writes Tom Dougherty for CBS News Philadelphia. Last month, Comcast Spectacor unveiled plans to make the sports complex a “world-class, live-work-play sports and entertainment district” by upgrading Xfinity Live!, adding a mid-sized concert venue,…
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