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Deana’s Law, a Bill Strengthening DUI Penalties, Now Has a Good Chance of Passing
The state Senate Transportation Committee unanimously approved a bill, Deana’s Law, May 25 aimed at strengthening drunk driving penalties in the state, writes Alex Rose for the Daily Times. Deana’s Law is named after Brookhaven resident Deana Eckman nee DeRosa, killed in 2019 by a six-time DUI driver. It is aimed at “the worst of…
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Inn at Grace Winery in Glen Mills Is a Pleasant Trip Through Time
If you’re looking to go back in time but want to stay close to home, you might want to visit the historic Inn at Grace Winery in Glen Mills, reports Jessica Boyington for 6abc. The restored property traces its roots back to the 1700s and its owner, Chris LeVine, is the nephew of Grace Kelly,…
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Upper Darby’s Pride Festival June 11 is Bigger and Better Than Ever
Upper Darby’s second annual Pride Festival is returning to Upper Darby High School on June 11, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The free event, from 1 to 5 p.m., has 90 vendors participating, three food trucks and 20 performers. There will be singers, poets, rappers, dancers (including a belly dancer), face painting, music, and games…
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Justin Jennings Didn’t Let Cancer Stop His Penn State Brandywine Education
Justin’s Beach House in Bethany is named for a Penn State Brandywine student who battled cancer but was determined to pursue his college studies in the face of his obstacles, writes Mike Smith for Coastal Point. Named for the late Justin Jennings, the beach house offers a place where families can stay for a beach…
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Weekend Wanderer: When Work Stresses You Out
I have a writer problem. It’s your problem too. I can’t focus. If I can’t focus, I can’t tell you a story. If I can’t tell you a story … well … the whole world just unravels, doesn’t it? I know exactly why I can’t focus. I have two problems – one I want to…
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WCU Baseball Team Punches Its Ticket to National Championships … Again
West Chester University (WCU) is once again bound for the NCAA Division II Baseball National Championships in Cary, N.C. The Golden Rams (34-13) are making their fifth trip to the national championships in the last 17 years. West Chester University will take on North Greenville in the eight-team, double-elimination national championships on Sunday, June 5…
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Gov. Wolf Calls for $2,000 Payments to Pennsylvanians
Gov. Tom Wolf called on Pennsylvania’s General Assembly to support Pennsylvanians by passing legislation for the American Rescue Plan Act-funded $500 million PA Opportunity Program, which would send checks of up to $2,000 to millions of Pennsylvanians. “I first introduced this plan four months ago,” said Gov. Wolf. “A lot has changed since then, from inflation to…
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Married in East Lansdowne, They Are PA’s Oldest Married Couple
Pennsylvania’s oldest married couple were married 80 years ago in East Lansdowne, writes Evan Brandt for the Daily Times. Chester and Martha Pish are both 99 and last week they celebrated their 80th wedding anniversary. According to state Rep. Joe Ciresi, (D-146), that makes them “the oldest married couple in Pennsylvania, maybe in the country.”…
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CDC Moves Delco Back Into a High COVID Transmission County
COVID-19 is on the rise again in Delaware County as the CDC places the county back into a high level of transmission category. “When a county is designated as High Community Level Transmission, that is the highest warning signal that residents need to take additional precautions to prevent the spread of COVID -19,” especially to…
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He Played Football at Strath Haven. Now John Harrar’s Got an Eagles Invite
John Harrar who played football at Strath Haven High, then basketball on a scholarship for the Penn State Lions, was invited recenty to work out as a tight end at the Philadelphia Eagles rookie minicamp, writes Mark Wogenrich for AllPennState. “Right now he is 100% committed to making an NFL team,” said Harrar’s agent, Blake…
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Regional Home Prices Outstripping Income Capacity but Change Is Coming
Right now, houses in the U.S. are overpriced and out of range for the average home buyer, according to a report from NBC 10, but that may change. The average price for a new home sold in April was more than $450,000, 20% higher than last year. In our area, the average income may no…
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No Merit to Delco Election Fraud Claim, Says DA; Ridley Park Man Pleads Guilty in Capitol Riot Case
Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer has closed the case on allegations of 2020 county election fraud, determining the claims made were “complete fiction,” writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. “In short, the claim that there is a video depicting Delaware County election officials who ‘appear to be throwing return ballots into a…
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Avenue Two Travel’s 35-Year History Began With A Couple’s Wanderlust
Debbie and Craig Bush loved to travel when they were first married. When friends and family started asking for travel advice Debbie decided to embark on a career at Park Avenue Travel in Swarthmore, writes Jamie Biesiada for Travel Weekly. After three years working as an agent, she and Craig became the owners in 1987,…
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The Lincoln Center Participates at Town Hall for Mental Health
“Unity is strength…when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.” – Mattie Stepanek The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth (TLC) recently participated in a behavioral health town hall held at the Norristown Recreation Center on May 25, 2022. The Norristown Police Department, United Healthcare, and Delaware Valley Community Health hosted the…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Luxurious Traditional with Exceptional Features in Bryn Mawr
A luxurious traditional home with six bedrooms and seven and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Bryn Mawr. This custom residence is set on 2.89 stunning acres providing highly coveted privacy and beautiful views. The home boasts exceptional features, including a mudroom elevator that services three levels and a Lutron lighting system. The…
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Delco Swim Clubs Doing Well Going Into the Summer of 2022
The Nile Swim Club in Yeadon, the nation’s first African-American-owned swim club, survived foreclosure four years ago only to see membership dop during the pandemic, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Membership dipped before vaccines were available but the pool rebounded in the summer of 2021. Now, with COVID still lurking in Delaware County,…
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This Delco Town’s a Housing Market Favorite in the Northeast US
Suburban communities within 30 minutes of a city center continue to be the most popular housing markets in the U.S., writes Nicole Bachaud for Zillow. In the Northeast United States, Havertown turned out to be the most popular market, edging out four communities in the Boston suburbs. Because of the popularity of these communities, home…
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The Foundation for Delaware County Joins Officials to Shed Light on Period Poverty
The Foundation for Delaware County partnered with State Sens. Tim Kearney (D-Delaware/Chester), Amanda Cappelletti (D-Montgomery/Delaware), and state Rep. Gina H Curry (D-Delaware on a recent community discussion looking at the impact of Period Poverty. The virtual event, “Understanding the Impact of Period Poverty—and How You Can Help,” was an effort to raise awareness about this…
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