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Wawa, Sheetz, Rutter’s Competing for Best Gas Station Food
USA Today has announced the top 10 finalists in its “Best Gas Station for Food” competition, writes Bill Shannon for WTAJ, as printed in yahoo! news. Delaware County-based Wawa, Altoona-based Sheetz, and York-based Rutter’s are all in the running, It’s Wawa’s first time on the Top 10, according to USA Today’s prior lists of top…
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Soft-Serve Margarita Drink Sensation a Hit at Ridley House in Holmes
Ridley House in Holmes has added a new drink sensation that is flying off the shelf—soft-serve Margaritas, reports Jenn Frederick for Fox 29 Philadelphia. The delicious concoctions, which arrived at Ridley House only two weeks ago, come ready-made in a soft-serve ice cream machine in cherry, mango, or a swirl of both, with a Tajin…
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For Fresh Mediterranean, Try These Delaware County Greek Restaurants
The warm months ahead call for lighter fare, and Delaware County’s Greek restaurants deliver with fresh, vibrant Mediterranean dishes, writes Anne E. Hill for the Main Line Today. With several locations in the region, including St. Davids, Estia is an upscale Greek restaurant known for fresh dishes such as whole fish, octopus, and spanakopita. Its…
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Why Tinicum Was Chosen as the Home of the New Norwegian Cruise Line Terminal
A major new chapter in our region’s tourism economy is taking shape along the Delaware River, where construction has begun on the new PhilaPort Cruise Terminal in Tinicum Township. Beginning in April 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line will officially make Tinicum its homeport, launching 41 sailings every year through at least 2033. It’s the first time…
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Wawa Employees Weigh in: This Is the Worst Stuff Customers Do
Wawa workers are underappreciated, dealing with thousands of Wawa customers, keeping it all humming 24/7, writes Chris Coleman for We Are New Jersey. Every once in a while, a customer may do something annoying. Hard to believe, but true. Some people, apparently, have no problem walking behind a counter to look for something instead of…
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Man Given Months to Live Undergoes Life-Changing Treatment At Jefferson Torresdale Hospital in Philadelphia
When Craig Heffentrager was just 34 years old, he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer. While undergoing chemotherapy, his hair started to fall out in clumps and made him feel really sick. He later found that the cancer came back in his liver, to the point that doctors gave him six months to live. At that…
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RKL to Host Cyber Resilience Leadership Forum on April 30
RKL will host business owners, finance executives, and IT leaders seeking practical strategies to strengthen their organizations’ cybersecurity in an evolving threat environment at its upcoming Cyber Resilience Leadership Forum. The event will be held on Thursday, April 30 at Lancaster Country Club. The forum will provide actionable insights on identifying emerging risks, improving risk…
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Eight Delaware County Community College Students Named to 2026 All-Pennsylvania Academic Team
April is Community College Month, and eight Delaware County Community College students were recognized as part of the 2026 All-Pennsylvania Academic Team for their academic achievement, leadership, and community service. Kimberly Briggs of Palmyra, Marjorie Charles-Dasne of Lansdowne, Colin Evans of Toughkenamon, Diego Garcia-Cintora of Kennett Square, Gillian Keener of Aston, Lydia Kirkpatrick of Folsom, Natalia Rodriguez-Lopez of West Chester, and Meredith Stefanelli of…
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Redevelopment of Contaminated Kennett Square Industrial Site Stalls as Council Rejects Zoning Change
Plans to redevelop Kennett Square‘s National Vulcanized Fiber site into affordable housing stalled last week when borough council failed to secure enough votes to initiate a zoning change, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. With one vacant seat and another member absent, a reduced council voted 3-2 against an ordinance change that would have…
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Thena Hotel in Center City Goes Up for Sale
Thena Hotel, a boutique property in Center City, has been put up for sale with an asking price listed at $2.62 million, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Currently owned by RTE Properties, this is the first time the hotel has been put up for sale since the Philadelphia-based firm acquired it for…
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Bucks County 150,000-Square-Foot Shopping Center Listed for Sale
Yardley’s Prickett Preserve shopping center, anchored by Wegmans, has been put on the market, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to JLL’s listing, the shopping center spans nearly 150,000 square feet and was completed two years ago, and is 98 percent occupied. Wayne’s Envision Land Use and Langhorne’s DeLuca Homes collaborated to develop the shopping center. While they initially…
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Here’s How You Can Win Free Tickets to the PGA Championship
Pennsylvanians can enter to win free tickets to the practice sessions of the 2026 PGA Championship taking place May 11, 12, and 13 at the Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square. The free tickets are courtesy of a partnership between Visit PA and the PGA of America. Visit Delco is hosting the giveaway, reports Laura…
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With Convenience Store Emphasis on Food, 7-Eleven Stores Evolve
As convenience stores like Wawa add higher-quality and more varied food and beverage options and upgraded services, 99-year-old 7-Eleven is remodeling some stores and closing 645 others in 2026 to meet changing demand. “As 7-Eleven eyes a 2027 IPO, the company continues adjusting its footprint, mainly through closing underperforming locations and opening new ones under…
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Chester Church Ruins to Become Public Mosaic Garden
Six years after a devastating fire destroyed the Third Presbyterian Church in Chester, local arts and historical groups are reimagining it as a public mosaic garden, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. “We can’t rebuild, but we can preserve what it is and transform the space into something that’s usable for the community,”…
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Reviewer Pays a Visit To Booth’s Corner in Garnet Valley
Booth’s Corner Farmers Market in Garnet Valley is a “must-visit stop for foodies and locals,” writes Joy Franklin for PhillyBite Magazine. Not only does it offer a “dazzling array of locally grown produce,” visitors can also find handcrafted items and prepared foods, while enjoying a range of music and activities, Franklin writes. Describing Booth’s Corner…
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This Popular Delco Spot Made List of PA’s 10 Best Milkshakes
Milkshakes are available on most menus in Pennsylvania, but it takes real skill to create a truly great one, writes PhillyBite Magazine. So it might surprise people to know that a famous place in Delaware County known for its made-to-order burgers also makes a mean shake. Charlie’s Hamburgers in Folsom made PhillyBite Magazine’s list of…
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Delaware County Joins World Tai Chi Day April 25 with a Celebration
Delaware County residents can experience a quiet but powerful moment with people across the globe on Saturday, April 25, for the county’s first-ever World Tai Chi Day celebration in Media. The free, family-friendly event begins at 10 AM at the Roosevelt Community Center, 464 S. Old Middletown Road, in Media. Leading the local celebration is…
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January Sees Slight Drop in PA Unemployment Rate, Record Number of Nonfarm Jobs
In January, the unemployment rate in Pennsylvania declined to 4.3 percent while nonfarm employment reached a new peak statewide, according to a preliminary report by the state Department of Labor & Industry, writes Ian Karbal for The Keystone. While the unemployment rate dipped slightly from 4.4 percent in December, it is still up from the…
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