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These Two Local Attractions Ranked in the Region’s Top Tourist Destinations of 2023
Chester County attractions are being lauded on the Philadelphia Business Journal’s top tourist destinations list. Over 20 million people visited notable sites across the Greater Philadelphia region in 2022. Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square ranked in sixth place on the list with over 1.6 million visitors. The botanical splendor brings beauty to Chester County…
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Landlord Gives Financial Relief to Crozer Health With New Rent Deal
Crozer Health in Chester will no longer pay $35 million in annual rent to its landlord for its hospital properties, giving it some financial relief, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The restructuring was announced Tuesday by its landlord, Medical Properties Trust Inc. The properties are being given back to Crozer Health’s owner, Prospect…
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Retired Navy Rear Admiral Honored at Freedom Village for Service in Vietnam War
Navy Rear Admiral Larry Chambers, who served during the Vietnam War, was honored recently at Freedom Village at Brandywine, reports ChesCo. Retired Navy Rear Admiral Larry Chambers spoke to residents at Freedom Village about his time in the Navy. His talk was followed by a luncheon on the Freedom Village campus. Afterward, Chambers was honored…
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Chester-Based Papal Foundation Sends Help Where It’s Needed
The Chester-based Papal Foundation has been doing the work of the Catholic Church since 1988, reports CatholicPhilly. In 2023 alone it has given $14.3 million in grants for 114 projects in 57 countries. “Stewards of St. Peter are dedicated to bringing the love of Christ to a world in need and being intimately connected with…
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Former Widener Student Named Tallest Actor in the World
Actor Matthew McGrory was once named the world’s tallest actor by the Guinness Book of World Records as he stood at 7 feet, 6 inches. Additionally, he also holds the records for biggest foot and longest toe in the world, writes Norway Martin for Venture Jolt. McGrory was born in West Chester in 1973. Before…
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Melting Pot’s Strength of Sales in King of Prussia Sparks Novel Change to Its Business Strategy
The Melting Pot, a popular fondue restaurant chain, boasts strong sales volume at its King of Prussia location, which is next door to a Hyatt House, prompting CEO Bob Johnston to focus the brand’s future development in or near other hotel properties. “What we have found is two-fold,” he said. “First, if a Melting Pot…
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How Can a Professional Photograph Make a Difference on LinkedIn?
Having professional photographs on LinkedIn offers several benefits to individuals. Here are some reasons why people should consider having professional photographs on their LinkedIn profiles: First Impressions: Aside from your banner and headline, your LinkedIn profile photo is often the first thing people notice when they visit your profile. A professional photo presents you as…
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The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day Blows Away Goal
The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day raised over $127,000 in support of individuals with disabilities and their families. A total of 390 people came out on Sunday, May 21 to West Goshen Community Park to enjoy a beautiful day full of games, face painting, Bingo, dancing, a picnic lunch, and,…
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Bow Wow Weddings Helps Bala Cynwyd Couple Include Their Dog in Their Big Day
Bow Wow Weddings, a service that coordinates all your doggy wedding day needs, made it possible for a Bala Cynwyd couple’s mini dachshund to be a part of their big day, writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Barry and Jessica Garozzo really wanted Porterhouse to be in their wedding photos, which were taken on the…
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Chester County Town Named One of the Cutest Small Towns in Pennsylvania
A popular town in Chester County was ranked as one of eight of the cutest small towns in Pennsylvania. As the county is blessed with this gem and many others nearby, it’s no wonder locals and visitor alike adore it, according to a report by World Atlas. While not ranked in order, Phoenixville is one…
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Today’s Proms Are an Extravagance Most Parents Seem OK Paying for
The 2023 prom season looks like it’s an extravagant affair, despite inflation hitting family budgets, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “Social media has heightened this, where it’s more about the show, about the production than it is in the actual prom,” said Michael Brown, who runs the Butterfly Boutique where girls can choose…
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Delaware County Leadership: Mary Powell, Dean, College of Nursing and Health Professions, Immaculata University
Mary Powell, dean of the new College of Nursing and Health Professions at Immaculata University, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up in Delaware County and the experiences that shaped her as a teenager, like getting a part-time job as a nursing assistant to pay for contact lenses and going on a six-week trip to…
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Brother and Sister Support Each Other On and Off the Track
Ben and Bella have been running track together since they were five years old in the Pee Wee Division of Sacred Heart CYO in Havertown. These days, the brother and sister duo of Benjamyn and Isabella Daily belong to the Delco United Track Club. Last March, they competed in the Adidas Track Indoor Nationals in…
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Pennsylvania Breweries Release Annual Memorial Day Beer for Veterans
A beer tradition continues this Memorial Day weekend when craft breweries across Pennsylvania distribute a special brew. “Adapt and Overcome: Get Your Six”, honoring veterans, reports Breweries in Pennsylvania. This will be the fourth year in a row that the breweries have collaborated on the beer project. Ingredients come from Pennsylvania veteran-owned and operated businesses.…
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Empowerment Summit Speaks to Girls and Lets Them Learn From Each Other
Hundreds of girls attended a recent Girls Spark empowerment summit at Penn State Brandywine in Media, writes Hadas Kuznits for KYW Newsradio. The summit was created five years ago by Julia Kasper, a high school junior at the time. That first year about 100 girls showed up. This year’s summit signed up 135 middle school…
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Neumann Students Win Award for Best Collegiate Radio Show
Neumann University students won two national awards for journalism in a contest sponsored by the Catholic Media Association (CMA). A group of nine students took home the Best Collegiate Radio Show prize for a program entitled Living Black History that was broadcast on WNUW 98.5, Neumann’s radio station. Four students interviewed Regina Paige Garrettson, a…
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‘I was in Shock’: Local Teen Fights Off Shark Attack in New Jersey
Maggie Drozdowski, a Chester County teenager, survived a shark attack during a surfing outing over the weekend in Stone Harbor, New Jersey, write Matt Petrillo and Alicia Roberts for CBS News Philadelphia. “I was in shock and I didn’t even realize what was going on until I was out of the water,” said Drozdowski. The…
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The Last Time Firstrust Vice President Mort Kolman Sought Employment, James Tate Was Philadelphia Mayor and Richard Nixon Was President
In the current era of career pivots and midlife-crisis profession overhauls, Mort Kolman is a standout. This banking-industry veteran has had but one employer over his 60-year career. He is Vice President of Business Development at Firstrust Bank, which underwent some rebrandings over the decades but remains at its core the same institution that hired…
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