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‘Beyond My Wildest Expectations’: WCU Dean Returns From Fulbright Program Experience in Vietnam
A well-respected researcher, scholar, chemist, and advocate for all things STEM, West Chester University Dean of the College of Sciences and Mathematics Radha Pyati had one item on her academic bucket list that she always wanted to pursue — a Fulbright. Yearning transformed into reality when Pyati received word from the U.S. Department of State…
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IT Edge Details How Managed IT Can Help Small Businesses
Today, almost all of the business world is built with technology. Whether you’re hosting websites or managing client information with spreadsheet software, technology is an integral part of day-to-day functions at any given business. Unfortunately, when technology is so prevalent, there are bound to be issues. Life and business move too quickly for you to…
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Auto Repair Shops Seeing Biggest Parts Disruption Since WWII
Michael Weaver of Glenolden has owned his 2022 Ford Bronco Sport since late September, but he hasn’t seen much of it, writes Scott Sturgis for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The vehicle has been in the shop for five months. The vehicle was rear-ended before Weaver had even made his first payment. During repairs a wait for…
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This Delaware County Mascot Is Easy to Spot and He’s Delicious
Philadelphia mascot glamour hogs like the Phanatic and Gritty may get all the headlines, but there’s plenty of lesser-known mascots working just as hard to get the word out for their particular organization or cause. In fact, the region seems to have a higher ratio of people to mascots than other towns, writes Stephanie Farr…
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Dana Bandurick: An Asset to Swarthmore B-Ball but It’s Still a Team Effort
It’s been a good run for Swarthmore College women’s basketball and for one of its outstanding players, Dana Bandurick, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. Bandurick is a premed student majoring in neuroscience and minoring in Spanish at Swarthmore. The 6-foot senior, nicknamed “Shot Doctor”, was named Centennial Conference Rookie of the Year as…
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Wall Street Journal: For Jalen Hurts, Super Bowl Loss Provided a Lesson for a Bright Future
During last week’s Super Bowl, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts played like someone who deserved to win, even if that was not what happened in the end, writes Jason Gay for The Wall Street Journal. In the post-game press conference, the 24-year-old field general made a comment that again reflected what he is all about. “You…
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Treasure Hunter Accuses FBI of Distorting Key Evidence in PA Gold Case
Treasure hunter Dennis Parada is not satisfied with the documents the FBI released on its secretive search for Civil War-era gold in Dents Run and is now even more convinced of a coverup, writes Michael Rubinkam for the Star-Advertiser. Parada forced the FBI in court to turn over records of its Pennsylvania excavation at the…
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Qlik to Assist Leading IT Innovator in Analyzing, Drawing Insight from Data
Qlik has announced that NTT Data Corporation, the leading innovator of IT and business services, has adopted Qlik Sense to analyze and actively draw insights from highly dense procurement data on externally acquired IT products and services. NTT Data has been at the forefront of transforming businesses through digital and IT modernization and managed services, enabling…
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CEO of Creative Capital Wealth Management Group Recognized as ‘Outstanding Citizen’ at Awards Dinner
Frederick Hubler, CEO and Chief Wealth Strategist of Creative Capital Wealth Management Group in Chester Springs, will be honored at the Phoenixville Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Annual of Awards dinner. The event will be held at RiverCrest Golf Club & Preserve in Phoenixville on Tuesday, March 28 from 5:30 PM to 9 PM. Each year,…
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Planned Theme Park in Delco Purported to Be Mid-Atlantic’s Answer to Disney World
Jeffrey Rotwitt, President of Sun Center Studios in Aston, is planning to bring a theme park to Delco that would be the Mid-Atlantic’s answer to Disney World, writes Vinny Vella for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The 2019 plan includes a sprawling hotel and theme park by Sun Studios, which helped create movies like Creed and Glass.…
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Here’s How Financial Problems at Local Hospitals Impact Patient Care
A hospital crisis in Delaware County looms between staffing shortages, rising costs, and more patients, writes Davis Giangiulio for Main Line Tonight. Angela Neopolitano, a 40-year registered nurse, has watched Delaware County Memorial Hospital slowly close since early 2022 as Crozer Health transitions it from a medical facility to a behavioral health center. By the…
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Penncrest’s Bill Haley Sees 30 Years of Success With Allied Pixel
A Delaware County video production company started by Penncrest High School graduate Bill Haley is helping high school seniors figure out which college works best for them through personalized school videos, writes Pete Bannon for the Daily Times. Allied Pixel, founded in 1993 by Bill Haley of Media is one of the world’s leading producers…
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Newtown Square-Based Search Firm Rebrands to Reflect Its Expanded Capabilities
RxPro Services, established in 1998 as an expert witness search firm connecting law firms with medical experts, has rebranded as Versed to reflect the Newtown Square-based firm’s expanded capabilities. Versed now provides expert witness identification services for its clients’ needs across all industries and sectors. “Our expertise has grown to include finding experts in all…
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Here’s How Upper Darby Looks Through a Tourist’s Eyes
Those who live in Upper Darby may not fully appreciate all the Upper Darby attractions, but for travelers, Upper Darby is a “fantastic addition to your itinerary because it’s also a historic place, brimming with old houses and trails,” writes Rj Sotelo for Travel Lens. It’s also only 20 minutes from Philadelphia, where there’s other…
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TLC: 4 Powerful Ways Parents Can Express Love to Their Kids
“Deep within us—no matter who we are—there lives a feeling of wanting to be lovable…. And the greatest thing we can do is to let people know that they are loved and capable of loving.” — From The World According To Mr. Rogers If Mr. Rogers was right, how can parents help their children and teens feel genuinely…
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At Just 22 Years Old, Unionville Grad Named Head Coach of Perennial Powerhouse in NCAA Field Hockey
Erin Matson, a graduate of Unionville High School, just became one of the University of North Carolina field hockey’s youngest coaches at the age of 22, writes Pat Forde for Sports Illustrated. She took over after West Chester University graduate Karen Shelton retired after 42 seasons. Matson took off her now retired No. 1 Tar…
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Exhibit of Never-Before-Seen Wyeth Art a Love Letter to Chadds Ford
A new exhibit in Chadds Ford’s Brandywine River Museum showcases unseen works of the iconic 20th-century artist Andrew Wyeth. While the painter is renowned for more realistic landscapes, these pieces show another side to his life’s work. The exhibit, entitled “Home Places,” includes watercolors and paintings in a more abstract style, writes Peter Crimmons…
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Film Director to Visit WCU to Discuss The Bell Affair
As part of a series of events celebrating Black History Month, West Chester University welcomes Kwakiutl L. Dreher on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at 4:30 PM for a free presentation on the creation of her animated, feature-length film, The Bell Affair, which was released in June 2022. She will detail her journey as the director, producer, and…
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