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The Foundation for Delaware County Announces Boeing Grant
The Foundation for Delaware County announces that the Housing Opportunities Program for Equity (HOPE) has received a $100,000 grant from Boeing Philadelphia. The HOPE program addresses immediate and systemic barriers to healthy housing for clients in the Foundation’s public health programs. “At Boeing, we are committed to innovating and investing in efforts that build, enhance…
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Villanova’s Best Cross-Country Runner Could Have Been a Shepherd
His grandmother knew the importance of education and it’s what kept Haftu Strintzos from a life as a shepherd, becoming instead an NCAA-All-American, writes Colin Beazley for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Strintzos is a Villanova University graduate, a top distance runner for the Wildcats and one of the most successful cross-country runners in Villanova history. He…
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Delaware County Home to 2 Wedding Venues for Nature Lovers
A pine forest wedding. Love among the Sycamores. Nature’s canopy is a romantic way for nature lovers to say “I do.” From a campground to a waterfall, these scenic venues add plenty of fresh air to your blissful day. Here are two Delaware County wedding venues for nature lovers, writes Kayla Cotter and the Philadelphia…
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Eagles Win!
Sunday evening, the Philadelphia Eagles vanquished Tom Brady and the storied New England Patriots 41-33 in Minneapolis to notch their first ever Super Bowl victory! This morning, thats all that matters. Here’s how various media outlets saw the Eagles performance Sunday evening (highlights are added for effect): Zach Berman writing for philly.com: This night will be…
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Radnor Looks at Ordinance to Protect Historic Properties
Radnor Township has some of the most expensive real estate around. Some are historic properties that need protecting. Now the Radnor Township Planning Commission is discussing a new ordinance that would protect the town’s historic resources, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for the Daily Times. It would require commissioners to approve certain renovations or demolition of designated…
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Newly Elected Governor of Maryland Was a Valley Forge Academy & College Graduate
Westley Moore, a former Valley Forge Military Academy & College cadet, is now the governor-elect of Maryland. Moore graduated from Valley Forge Military Academy in 1996 and attended Valley Forge Military College through the College’s Early Commissioning Program. After graduating in 1998, he was commissioned as a 2nd Lt in the US Army. “During his time…
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Free SCORE Workshops for November
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties are offering the following free SCORE workshops and November business webinars. In-Person Program–Entrepreneurship: Is It for You? This free in-person Nov. 14 workshop from 10 to 11:30 AM at Pennsylvania CareerLink Chester County will introduce you to various aspects of starting a small business whether purchasing an existing business, or…
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Plans Unveiled for New Middle School and Athletic Fields in Clifton Heights
Plans for a new middle school and athletic fields in Clifton Heights were recently presented to local community members and elected officials, writes Kevin Tustin for the Delaware County News Network. Dan McGarry, the acting superintendent of the Upper Darby School District, and KCBA Architects principal Michael Kelly unveiled a preview for the new school.…
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Wall Street Journal: Housing Plan Puts Nuns and Neumann Students Together
Neumann University needed housing for its students. The university’s founding order, the Catholic Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, were living in the Our Lady of Angels Motherhouse Convent which had way more space than they needed. So, back in August, 40 undergraduate men and women moved into the Convent at the edge of the…
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Dunwoody Hosts In-Person Holiday Bazaar Nov. 17
Dunwoody Village in Newtown Square is hosting its annual Holiday Bazaar on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022, from 9 AM to 3 PM. The public is invited to attend. The Bazaar is the culmination of countless hours of preparation by Dunwoody’s residents, who organize the event as well as collect and create the items to be…
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Weekend Wanderer: Being Alone for the First Time in Years
So with two gainfully employed adolescents, a few nights a week I find myself in a peculiar position. I am, for the first time in 17 years, consistently and completely alone in my house. And I don’t know what to do. I mean, I have an hour and 45 minutes to myself. An hour and…
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From General Recreation: The Smart Play Centre
General Recreation in Newtown Square, a playground designer, and equipment supplier, introduces Smart Play Centre: Three separately themed playhouses for 2-to-5-year-olds. The one, two, or three playhouses link with a series of elevated crawl tunnels to foster dynamic learning and playing experience. In The Loft, handrails lead young children up the steps and into a…
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Essential Utilities Appoints Two New Executives to Leadership Team
Essential Utilities Inc. has announced the appointment of two new members to the company’s executive leadership team: Jeanne Russo joins the company as vice president, communications, and Sumit Nair will assume the role of vice president and chief information officer. “I’m thrilled to welcome Jeanne and Sumit to our growing leadership team,” said Essential Chairman…
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Berwyn Man Vows to Keep His Family Safe, Dismantle Stereotypes That Accompany Being Black and Armed
C.T. Green, a Berwyn resident and member of the National African American Gun Association, aims to keep himself and his family safe while reversing the harmful stereotypes that accompany being Black and armed, writes J.F Pirro for Main Line Today. Founded in 2015 by President Phillip Smith, the NAAGA was created to promote the gun…
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Upper Darby’s Llanerch Diner Again the Scene of Film Crews
Video production crews were recently working outside the Llanerch Diner in Upper Darby and caught the attention of commuters driving past the location, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Local News. The diner, on Township Line Road near West Chester Pike, became famous from a scene in the movie Silver Linings Playbook in which actors…
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DCMH Owners Criticized After Health Department Intervention
The owners of Delaware County Memorial Hospital (DCMH) were taken to task Monday afternoon, hours after the Pennsylvania Department of Health closed the hospital’s emergency room and ordered hospital admissions to end Monday morning. The health department cited a concern for patient safety from staffing shortages in making its decision. Dr. Monica Taylor, chair of…
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PREIT, Springfield Mall Owner, Explores Sale or Merger
PREIT, the owner of the Springfield Mall and several other malls in the Philadelphia region, is exploring a possible merger or sale, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. Chairman and CEO Joseph Coradino made the announcement during a third-quarter earnings call Tuesday. The Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust had a net loss of $71.3…
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Even Beyond Houston’s World Series Win, Dusty Baker Is Admired
Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker is only the third Black manager to ever win a World Series, writes Clinton Yates for ANDSCAPE. Baker’s perseverance to come out on top and his positive influence on young men and their families brought a lot of supporters to the games. Ben Somorjai grew up playing baseball with Baker’s…
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