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Yelp Reviewers Weigh in on the 10 Best Takeout Places in Delaware County
Everyone has their favorite takeout places, and Delaware County is filled with countless shops and restaurants ready to save you a night of cooking. Yelp reviewers have determined the top 10 takeout places in Delaware County as of September 2025. See if you agree with their choices. 1. bb.q Chicken in Media is part of…
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Program Gives Delaware County Inmates, Canines a Second Chance
It was a fresh start for some of those incarcerated at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility in Thornton, for the people, and for the shelter dogs they paired up with. For the second year, Delaware County participated in the New Leash on Life program. A 2025 graduation ceremony for participants and their canines took place…
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Lancaster Avenue AI Traffic Cameras Ease Radnor Congestion
Radnor Township is using AI-enhanced traffic lights with cameras and sensors to improve traffic flow at busy intersections on Lancaster Avenue, writes Shawnette Wilson for Fox 29 News. Lancaster Avenue is known for heavy daily congestion and backups. Township officials say the newly expanded AI-driven traffic light system will keep cars moving smoothly during peak…
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New Mothers Get Some Help from a Chester City Diaper Bank
Tina Smith shows up once a month in Chester to give away a U-Haul full of free diapers to anyone who wants them, writes Aubrey Whelan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. She heads up the nonprofit Trinity Transitional House, which provides new mothers with what they need for their babies. The diaper bank has been in…
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First Bank House of the Week: A Landmark Federal Home in Newtown Square
The Edgar House at 34 Mary Jane Lane, a landmark Federal-style home set on 1.3 acres with six bedrooms, 5 baths, and 3 partial baths, is available for sale in Newtown Square. Originally constructed in 1840 and expanded in 1910 and 2008, it blends early American architecture with modern livability. Historic integrity remains beautifully preserved…
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Wayne-Based Teleflex Pressured by Activist Investor to Consider Acquisition Offers
Irenic Capital Management is pushing Wayne-based Teleflex to evaluate potential acquisition offers and replace Dr. Stephen Klasko in his role as chairman, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The activist investor sent a letter last week to the medical device company’s board, urging it “to immediately take a more constructive and responsible approach to evaluating strategic alternatives.” …
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Montco Restaurant Group Expands Once Again with New Doylestown Takeover
Montgomery County’s busy restaurant scene is spilling into neighboring Bucks, as a familiar trio of local owners continues their expansion, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Restaurateurs Gent Mema, Orbelin Bitraj, and Joshua Friedberg have acquired the former Station Tap House in Doylestown and rebranded it as The Station. While the new venture…
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$600 Million Secured to Replace Bridge Linking Bucks and Burlington Counties
The Delaware River Bridge, a 70-year-old link between Bucks County and New Jersey, has secured $600 million in federal funding for a full replacement, writes Fallon Roth for The Philadelphia Inquirer. U.S. Sens. John Fetterman and Dave McCormick announced the funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission in a news…
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Historic Witherspoon Building in Center City to Become 186-Unit Apartment Complex
After serving as Presbyterian Church offices and later as short-term rentals, the historic Witherspoon Building in Center City is being turned into a 186-unit apartment complex, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. SSH Real Estate, which owns the 11-story building that dates back to 1896, decided to discontinue short-term rentals after hospitality operator Sonder…
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WCU’s Dept. of Theatre & Dance Presents Shakespeare’s ‘Henry V’ Apr. 9-12
West Chester University’s Department of Theatre & Dance proudly presents William Shakespeare’s Henry V, Apr. 9-12. This gripping historical drama brings to life one of Shakespeare’s most celebrated heroes in a story of leadership, courage, and transformation. Performances take place in the MainStage Theatre, E.O. Bull Center for the Arts, 2 East Rosedale Avenue, West…
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Shipment From Marcus Hook Helped Launch US Natural Gas Industry
Ten years ago, a large vessel launched at Energy Transfer’s Marcus Hook Industrial Complex carried ethane for the first time to Europe, triggering a thriving U.S. natural gas industry, reports Energy Transfer. The INEOS Intrepid set sail on March 9, 2016, from the Complex, known today as the Marcus Hook Terminal, to Norway. When “cracked”…
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Walkability and Commuter Access Make Drexel Hill Ideal for Families
With its outdoor amenities, highly regarded schools, and family-oriented community culture, Drexel Hill ranks among the top places in Delaware County to raise a family, writes Emily Patterson for The Ritz Herald. A key advantage of the suburban community is its walkable, neighborhood-focused design, with about 94 percent of residents able to access a park…
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Radnor’s Devan Kaney Is the Latest Sports Reporter to Be Let Go
Radnor native Devan Kaney has been let go at 94WIP-FM, where she served as a co-host of a morning talk show and as a sideline reporter covering the Philadelphia Eagles. She has been at the station since 2022, co-hosting WIP’s morning show along with Joe DeCamara and Jon Ritchie. Kaney took over as the station’s…
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This Delaware County ZIP Code Is in the Nation’s Top 50 Luxury Housing Markets
Affluent homebuyers are snatching up properties in Villanova, making it one of the top luxury housing markets in America, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Villanova’s 19085 ZIP Code ranks 49th on a list of 258 ZIP Codes, according to third-quarter listing and sales data from Intercontinental Exchange. It was the only Philadelphia-area market…
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Delaware County Is Home to 4 of Top 5 Most Affordable Philadelphia Suburbs
Staying in one of Philadelphia’s lower-cost boroughs can help travelers stretch their budgets. The surrounding suburbs also offer long-term savings for those considering a permanent move, writes Jess Simms of Islands.com. Four of the five most affordable Philadelphia suburbs are located in Delaware County. Chester ranks as the region’s most affordable suburb and is among…
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Ace Pickleball Opens First Courts in Chester County at Former Furniture Store in Downingtown
National franchisor Ace Pickleball recently opened its first Chester County location, bringing 12 climate-controlled courts to a former furniture store, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new club marks the 25th location of Georgia-based Ace Pickleball, that has been launched by longtime friends and franchisees Savan Manvar, Milan Dalsania, and Mayank Jasani. Living in the Lehigh…
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H Mart Could Turn Lansdale Shopping Center into Cultural Hub
A long-struggling Lansdale shopping center may be on the verge of a turnaround, writes Tony Di Domizio for North Penn Now. Plans tied to H Mart bring renewed energy and cultural significance to the Hillcrest Shopping Center. The proposed addition of the popular Asian grocery chain signals more than just a new tenant. For Montgomery…
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Philadelphia Population Growth Slows As International Migration Drops Considerably
The Philadelphia metro population increased by 16,000 between July 2024 and July 2025, but international migration to the region fell by nearly two-thirds, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to new U.S. Census Bureau data, the population in Greater Philadelphia grew by 0.25 percent during the 12-month period, which is about half…
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