• A Decade After Making Little League World Series History, Mo’ne Davis is On a Mission to Bring More Professional Women’s Sports to Hometown Philly

    A Decade After Making Little League World Series History, Mo’ne Davis is On a Mission to Bring More Professional Women’s Sports to Hometown Philly

    In August 2014, Philadelphia native Mo’ne Davis made headlines as her baseball team won the Little League World Series with her as the starting pitcher — the first girl to do so. Nearly a decade later, she hopes to make women’s sports in Philadelphia a much bigger deal, writes Seth Engle for The Philadelphia Inquirer. …

  • Meet the Real ‘Mean Girls’ Glen Coco. He’s From Upper Darby

    Meet the Real ‘Mean Girls’ Glen Coco. He’s From Upper Darby

    Tina Fey’s favorite line from her 2004 movie “Mean Girls” uses the name of someone she grew up with in Upper Darby. That line? “You go Glen Coco!”. Fey talked about the film while promoting an upcoming movie musical version due out Jan. 12, writes Rosa Cargagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Glen Cocco (note the…

  • Cultural Center Now Open in Tinicum for Lovers of  Italians and Italian Americans

    Cultural Center Now Open in Tinicum for Lovers of  Italians and Italian Americans

    Italians and those who love them now have a place to gather and experience Italian culture and history. The Italian Cultural Center of the Delaware Valley has now officially opened at the Lazaretto in Tinicum Township on the Delaware County waterfront, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. “Our goal is to showcase the greatness…

  • See How Philadelphia International Airport Ranked for On-Time Flights Last Year

    See How Philadelphia International Airport Ranked for On-Time Flights Last Year

    On-time flights are a blessing for eager travelers who want to get to their destinations as soon as possible.  Nationwide, some airports have a greater reputation than others for being on time, writes Jessica Puckett for Conde Nast Traveler. For those who frequent airports, Cirium, an air travel data firm, provides an annual list of…

  • Foundation: Nonprofit Registration for Delco Gives Day Now Open

    Foundation: Nonprofit Registration for Delco Gives Day Now Open

    The Foundation for Delaware County announces the launch of Delco Gives, a community giving initiative designed to unite residents, businesses, and organizations in a collective effort to support Delaware County’s nonprofit sector. Delco Gives Day, happening May 8-9, 2024, promises to be a county-wide celebration of generosity, unity, and shared purpose. It’s a unique opportunity…

  • Delaware Leadership: Chris Wiseman, Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of Chester County

    Delaware Leadership: Chris Wiseman, Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of Chester County

    Chris Wiseman, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Chester County, grew up in West Virginia and North Carolina. He recalled adventures with a German shepherd that he called his best friend and found surprising success after joining his high school swim team as a senior, which led to a college scholarship. Swimming also helped…

  • Toll Brothers to Build 358 Homes on 140 acres in North Carolina

    Toll Brothers to Build 358 Homes on 140 acres in North Carolina

    Montgomery County-based luxury homebuilder Toll Brothers has plans to build 358 homes on 140 acres in North Carolina, writes Collin Huguley for Charlotte Business Journal. Toll Brothers, based in Fort Washington, recently acquired the land in Huntersville which is just outside Charlotte. The company bought the land for just over $15 million through an affiliated…

  • Bucks County Townships to Receive $3.9 Million Boost from Parx Casino Revenues

    Bucks County Townships to Receive $3.9 Million Boost from Parx Casino Revenues

    Several Bucks County townships are getting $3.9 million in funds generated by Parx Casino in Bensalem, and awarded by the county’s redevelopment authority, writes Corey Sharp for Play Pennsylvania.   The funds will go towards dozens of community improvement projects. The nearly $4 million in awards will be distributed among forty grants that will benefit…

  • Joel Embiid Puts Society Hill Penthouse Up For Sale

    Joel Embiid Puts Society Hill Penthouse Up For Sale

    Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is selling his luxury penthouse in Society Hill for $5.5 million writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. Embiid’s condo on the 11th floor of a building at 101 Walnut Street is a two-bedroom property that covers about 3,500 square feet. It includes two balconies on the main level, and a private…

  • Harcum College Hosts Dental Expo 2024 for Dental Professionals

    Harcum College Hosts Dental Expo 2024 for Dental Professionals

    A full day of affordable professional development is available to to those who operate or are employed by dental practices and clinics on Saturday, March 9, at Harcum College in Bryn Mawr.  The 16th Annual Dental Expo at Harcum College offers dentists, dental office managers, dental assistants, Expanded Function Dental Assistants (EFDAs), dental hygienists, current…

  • Hedgerow has Delivered 100 Years of Theatre in Rose Valley

    Hedgerow has Delivered 100 Years of Theatre in Rose Valley

    The Hedgerow Theatre in Rose Valley passed a 100th-anniversary milestone in 2023, a long life for a theater company that started with only nine dollars and seven actors, writes Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The repertory company was founded in 1923 by Jasper Deeter, a former Harrisburg newspaperman. It took over an old grist…

  • Alaska Airlines and United Airlines cancel flights at PHL after Boeing 737-Max 9 Grounding

    Alaska Airlines and United Airlines cancel flights at PHL after Boeing 737-Max 9 Grounding

    The in-flight blowout of a door panel on an Alaska Airlines flight on Jan.5 has grounded all Boeing 737-Max 9 passenger aircraft at Philadelphia International Airport, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. In the Jan. 5 incident, part of the 737-Max 9 cabin detached from the plane during a flight from Portland, Oregon.  The…

  • DELCO Careers: CCRES

    DELCO Careers: CCRES

    CCRES positions are available to those looking to improve the lives of children and adults challenged by behavioral health issues. CCRES staff 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, mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities,…

  • Riley Davis Plays Basketball Beyond Her Years, Thanks in Part, to Her Parents

    Riley Davis Plays Basketball Beyond Her Years, Thanks in Part, to Her Parents

    The daughter of a former Major League Baseball catcher and a two-sport star at Rutgers University is making her own fame at the Academy of Notre Dame, writes Joseph Santoliquito for The Philadelphia Inquirer and the City of Basketball Love. Varsity starter Riley Davis, a 5-foot-9 freshman guard, credits her parents, Ben and Megan, for…

  • Pennsylvania Turnpike Tolls Likely to Continue Increasing for 30 Years

    Pennsylvania Turnpike Tolls Likely to Continue Increasing for 30 Years

    Pennsylvania Turnpike rates went up again on Sunday, and this trend is not about to stop anytime soon, writes Jon Delano for CBS News. Pennsylvania Turnpike CEO Mark Compton said he expects to see smaller increases than the recent 5 percent in the future, but he also noted that yearly increases will continue for quite…

  • West Chester to Be Home to New Bookstore Bakery

    West Chester to Be Home to New Bookstore Bakery

    Readers and sweet treat lovers unite for the Bookstore Bakery, which will arrive in West Chester at 145 W. Gay Street. Jonathan and his girlfriend Jessica took both of their passions and combined them to make the business of their dreams. Jonathan, who graduated with an English degree from Brooklyn College, met Jessica while attending…

  • Final Report: Cause Unknown in Church Helicopter Accident in Drexel Hill

    Final Report: Cause Unknown in Church Helicopter Accident in Drexel Hill

    We may never know why a medical helicopter went crazy, forcing the pilot to make a hard landing at Drexel Hill United Methodist Church nearly two years ago, a miraculous accident in which everyone survived. The National Transportation Safety Board issued its final report on Jan. 4 on the church helicopter accident and determined that…

  • Iron Hill Unveils New Gold Medal Ribs & Chicken Menu: A Winter Delight with Signature Beer BBQ Sauce

    Iron Hill Unveils New Gold Medal Ribs & Chicken Menu: A Winter Delight with Signature Beer BBQ Sauce

    In a recent culinary update, Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant launched their new Gold Medal Ribs & Chicken Menu. Available at the chain’s Media, Ardmore, and West Chester restaurants until February 29, 2024, this limited-time offer promises to elevate the winter dining experience with a unique blend of flavors and textures. Central to this innovative…