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Rare Wilt Chamberlain Lakers Jersey From NBA Finals Up For Auction
A Los Angeles Lakers jersey worn by Philadelphia’s Wilt Chamberlain in the 1972 NBA finals is being auctioned by Sotheby’s. Wilt Chamberlain’s Philadelphia experience began with his standout performance at Overbrook High School, continued with his professional career with the Philadelphia/San Francisco Warriors and the Philadelphia 76ers, where he won an NBA championship in 1967,…
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For Water Ice Variety, There’s No Place Like Delaware County
If there were a water ice capital in the United States, it would be Delaware County. Fans of the frozen dessert will find no less than six spots for some summer refreshment, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Pop’s Homemade in Havertown started with a South Philly pushcart in 1932 before setting up in…
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Havertown Women Promote Pickleball Community on Facebook
Hannah Rose Nussbaum of Haverford keeps pretty busy with her Facebook pickleball community group as she extolls the virtues of the game for beginners in the Philadelphia area, writes Fallon Roth for Billy Penn. She’s part of a small group of experts showing up in the local pickleball scene. People come to her group, “Greater…
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Penn State students travel to Oaxaca, Mexico for Maymester
Twelve Penn State students had the opportunity to travel to Oaxaca, Mexico, for “Maymester in Mexico: Language, Culture & Community,” a four-credit Penn State study abroad program, writes Christina Billie for Penn State Brandywine. The Maymester in Mexico program was designed by faculty in the College of Education in partnership with Penn State Brandywine…
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Weekend Wanderer: Road-Trip Car Games … to Play by Yourself
So there I was, driving eight hours to drop off my kid at camp. Then driving eight hours home by myself. Three days later, I’d embark on that same trip in reverse — eight hours alone in the car, then eight hours with my daughter on the drive home from camp. The eight-hour drive didn’t…
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New $400 Million Training Program Will Prepare Pennsylvania Workers for Infrastructure Jobs
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order earlier this week that created a $400 million training program that will prepare up to 10,000 Pennsylvania workers for jobs created by federal infrastructure investments, writes Paul J. Gough for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Grants awarded by the Commonwealth Workforce Transformation Program are designed to provide companies, contractors,…
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Ridley Park Native, PECO’s First Female COO, Works to Keep the Power On
The onslaught of storms and excessive heat has more of us thinking about possible power outages this summer. Luckily, there’s a local woman over at PECO who’s on the job, writes Eri McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Nicole LeVine of Ridley Park has been PECO’s chief operating officer—the first woman to hold that position—for less…
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Delaware County Is the Star of This Movie, Set to Start Shooting July 31
“Delco: The Movie” starts shooting Monday, July 31, under the guidance of independent filmmaker and Sun Valley High graduate Chris Pierdomenico, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. “I want to get as many Delco people and Delco places into this film as possible,” Pierdomenico stated. He’s been crowdfunding the film with a fundraising goal…
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3 Delaware County Colleges Rank Well on Top US College List
Three Delaware County colleges continue to rank well on best college lists with the three showing up most recently on a 2023 100 best colleges in America list produced by Stacker. The Stacker list was compiled using Niche 2023 rankings based on academics, admissions, financial aid, and student life. Tuition, student-to-faculty ratio, acceptance rates, and…
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Proposed LNG Plant in Chester Worries Some Residents
An environmental group in Chester led by Zulene Mayfield is challenging a proposal to put a $6.4 billion liquefied natural gas facility there, writes Aketa Lacy for The Intercept. Chester Residents Concerned for Quality Living are already fighting a concentration of incineration and waste treatment plants in the city which Mayfield said sickens the overwhelmingly…
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2 Irish American Brothers Created a Havertown Space for Inspiring Community Music
The nonprofit Kelly Center in Havertown, known as the 33rd Irish county, has become an inspiring and diverse community music space thanks to the efforts of two Irish American brothers, writes Fionnuala Boyle for the Irish Star. The Center features music, comedy, poetry, and jam sessions. It’s also used for music lessons and for children’s…
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First Bank House of the Week: Stone and Stucco Colonial in Newtown Square
A lovely stone and stucco colonial home with four bedrooms and two full and two half bathrooms is available for sale on Echo Valley Lane in Newtown Square. This Colonial home features a gracious approach from the circular drive that leads to the custom-made front door. Inside, highlights include a charming music room, an expansive…
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Neumann University Named a Top U.S. Campus for Climate Action
The Catholic Climate Covenant has recognized Neumann University as one of the top three Catholic campuses in the country for climate action and environmental sustainability. Announcing its first U.S. Laudato Si’ Champions Awards, named in honor of the environmental encyclical by Pope Francis, the Catholic Climate Covenant noted that Neumann’s efforts “have fostered a culture…
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Swarthmore College First to Give Its Students a Free (SEPTA) Ride
Swarthmore College is the first higher education institution to join SEPTA’s Key Advantage Program, writes Ariana Perez-Gastells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. About 1,600 full-time Swarthmore students will be able to use free SEPTA passes throughout the academic year, up to 240 rides a month. SEPTA’s “UPass” program is open to any school or university in…
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Here are Some of the Best Wineries in Chester County
The Main Line is often distinguishable for its highly lauded wine region, writes Olivia Stefano for Main Line Today. For tourists and residents alike, there is an abundance of wineries to choose from, especially in Chester County. In Avondale at Va La Vineyards, one can only find a selection of four special wines on…
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West Chester-Based QVC Releases Size-Inclusive Apparel
West Chester-based QVC is launching a size-inclusive apparel collection, that also meets the needs for wheelchair users, writes Greg Sleter for StoreBrands. The collection, which is part of the company’s private label Denim & Co. includes apparel ranging in sizes from extra small to 3X. Customers can choose from a suede jacket, cardigan knit…
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Saga of Tiffany Windows Found in Philly Church Continues with Bank Claiming Profits of Sale for Itself
The saga of two Tiffany windows found at a historic church at 50th and Baltimore in West Philadelphia continues with another stakeholder entering the picture, writes Zoe Greenberg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The windows were about to be destroyed when they were acquired by Paul Brown, an architectural salvager based in Lancaster. When he discovered…
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Wawa Explores the Digital Universe—a Store With No Shelves
Wawa is testing an all-digital convenience store on Drexel University’s campus in Philadelphia, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Wawa location at 3300 Market St. shut down for a six day-renovation before reopening on July 26. At this particular store, there are no shelves of food. Instead, all items are purchased on the…
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