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Malvern Bank House of the Week: A luxury retreat in Wayne
This masterfully designed private luxury 4-bedroom, 5-1/2 bath retreat sitting on 2.46 beautifully landscaped acres is available for sale in Wayne. This estate is set on two large parcels with soaring trees and enchanting gardens, boasting a contemporary 9,238 square-foot Main House and a negative-edge pool. There are abundant water features, manicured outdoor areas, and…
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Penn State Brandywine Hosts Saturday Student Open House
Prospective students and their families are invited to attend an admissions open house at Penn State Brandywine’s Media campus on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 AM. to 1 PM. Attendees will learn about the University’s admissions process and the campus’ many academic, athletic, and student involvement opportunities. Campus tours will include academic buildings, the student…
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Boutique Makes History as 1st African-American-Owned Shop in Wayne
Hillary White Jean wanted to offer high-end fashion to customers, so she sought out a Wayne storefront and created JWH Boutique, writes TaRhonda Thomas for 6abc. Now JWH Boutique has made history as the first African-American-owned business in Wayne. Jean is from Haiti and came to America when she was 14. She created a reputation…
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Villanova’s School of Business, College of Nursing to Jointly Offer New Certificate Program for Healthcare Leaders
Two of the schools that comprise the core of Villanova University’s vibrant academic community have joined forces to launch an online executive education program to provide healthcare leaders with the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to manage the increasing complexities of the healthcare landscape. The Villanova School of Business (VSB) and the M. Louise Fitzpatrick…
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Neumann University: Lessons Learned that Can’t Be Taught in School
Investment advisor Joe Greco will offer an entrepreneur lecture on “Lessons learned that can’t be taught in school,” on Nov. 10 at Neumann University. His lecture will tell the story of the human element and key themes related to the 30-year journey of a serial entrepreneur. Greco specializes in wealth management for athletes and entertainers.…
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Sorry, Phillies Fans, No Earthquake from Harper/Bryce Homeruns
We’d all like to believe that the Game 3 World Series home runs by Bryce Harper and Alec Bohm Tuesday night was an earth-shattering event, as reported by a Twitter post. Sadly, it just ‘ain’t so. Here’s how @JeanLucPicard84 set up the Twitter post at 10 p.m. Nov. 1: “Harper and Bohm home runs are…
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This Triathlete From Upper Darby Looks to Her Grandmother for Inspiration
This runner and triathlete Maria Fernandez from Upper Darby looked to her grandmother for inspiration, writes Emilia Benton for Runners World. Maria Paredes Fernandez’ immigrant parents saw sports as something kids do for fun, but her late maternal grandmother, Mariana Zambrano de Fernandez, was enthusiastic about her sports pursuits. “She had this determination of really…
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Legislation Opens Door for Residents to Commission in PA National Guard
Valley Forge Military College is the direct beneficiary of a PMAAP Program Bill approved in the Pennsylvania General Assembly that now moves to the desk of Gov.Tom Wolf for signature. Senate Bill 1194 establishes what is known as the Pennsylvania Military Academy Assistance Program (PMAAP). Introduced by Sen. Bob Mensch (R), the legislation establishes 10…
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Former Upper Darby Summer Stager Gianna Yanelli Now in Walnut’s ‘Rocky’
Gianna Yanelli, a former Upper Darby Summer Stager, is now spending some time at the Walnut Street Theatre, starring as Adrian in the Philadelphia premiere of “Rocky The Musical”, writes Ruth Rovner for The Reporter. The musical is based on the 1976 Academy Award-winning film. “I was really blown away by the love story, which…
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Frances M. Sheehan, Foundation of Delaware County President, Named 2022 Citizen of the Year
Frances M Sheehan, President of The Foundation for Delaware County, received the Delaware County 2022 Citizen of the Year award at the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce award luncheon Nov. 1 at Drexelbrook Catering and Corporate Events Center in Drexel Hill. She has also been named to the City and State, Pennsylvania’s Top 100 Nonprofit…
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U.S. News Names Lancaster as Its No. 1 Place in the U.S. to Retire
U.S. News and World Report has chosen nearby Lancaster, Pa., as its top pick as a retirement location, citing it as the most desirable post-career setting in the nation. Emily Brandon listed the reasons why in her story. The annual U.S. News assessment of best places to retire parses data on: Housing affordability Retiree taxes…
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Registration for Winter Session Now Open at Immaculata University
Registration for Immaculata University’s four-week winter session is open for current undergraduates and visiting students who are looking to complete major requirements, get ahead in their studies, or just take an elective in a condensed format. Immaculata winter session classes are offered online at the special rate of $300 per credit—significantly less than the $465…
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Take a Tour of Delaware County’s Neighborhood Delis
A Delco tour of neighborhood delis lets you experience an Americana that is slowly dying, writes Maria Panaritis for Philadelphia Inquirer. Delis often die when their founders do. With fast-growing Wawa and supermarkets corporatizing our cold-cut options, mom-and-pops are harder to keep around. A recent Dietz and Watson delivery tour included Westbrook Market on Springfield…
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Love Horses? State has a Horse Farm Ready to Rent at Ridley Creek State Park
Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is inviting people to bid on a concession lease for Hidden Valley Farm, a horse farm located on the grounds of Ridley Creek State Park, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. The farm is across from the park mansion off Sandy Flash Drive at the 2600-acre park.…
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Local McDonald’s Franchise Owner John Niggeman Remembered
John Niggeman, who owned multiple McDonald’s restaurants in Delaware and Chester Counties, and who was part of the group that founded the first Ronald McDonald House, died Oct. 19. John P. “Jack” Niggeman was 86. Born in Sylvan Lake, Michigan on May 15, 1936, John Niggeman graduated from Albion College in Michigan before entering the…
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Philadelphia Union Has Arrived as It Advances to MLS Cup
Four years ago, the Philadelphia Union didn’t look like they could not make the MLS championship. This season? The Union played 19 home games and didn’t lose any of them. In fact, they won 3-1 Sunday in the Eastern Conference final, writes Jonathan Tannenwald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Now they’re heading to the MLS championship…
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Neumann Nun Offers Some Prayerful Help to the Phils
The director of pastoral ministers at Neumann University is a huge Phillies fan so it’s no surprise that some of her prayers are going to them as they navigate the World Series, writes John McDevitt for KYW Radio. “I have a baseball signed by Mike Schmidt. I have a baseball signed by Tug McGraw. Here…
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Crozer Health’s CEO Responds to Concerns in Letter to Editor
Crozer Health CEO Tony Esposito reached out to the community via a letter to the editor to the Daily Times over the closing of Delaware County Memorial Hospital. In the letter he said the decision to convert the hospital to a behavioral health facility, and to offer urgent care and outpatient services at Springfield Hospital…
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