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Villanova Scientist Discovers Dinosaur-Age Lizard Trapped in Amber
Villanova University biologist Aaron Bauer traveled more than 2 million miles to find new species of lizard. But when the pandemic hit, he decided to stay at his university lab and travel back in time instead, writes Tom Avril for The Philadelphia Inquirer. It paid off. He and an international group of collaborators found a…
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Cannabis Helped Him Manage His Pain. Now He’s at P.I.T. to Learn How to Help Others
Gerald Grundy is hoping to benefit from the huge expansion of the cannabis industry in Pennsylvania by learning the ropes of the business at the Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in Media. Grundy discovered PIT’s Cannabis Business Program in 2020 when he found a newspaper article announcing that PIT was now offering a degree in cannabis…
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Malvern House of the Week: Batchelor Home at Merion Golf Manor
Now you can enjoy the 2030 U.S. Open from the comfort of this home situated on a hill overlooking the 11th fairway of the Merion Golf Club. The 4-bedroom home is available for sale in Merion Golf Manor in Ardmore. This custom home was designed by Peter Batchelor and built in 2005. It offers the…
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Aussie’s Academic and Athletic Success at Harcum College Garners Him Full Scholarship to Saint Joseph’s University
Support. It’s perhaps what Louis Bleechmore will remember most about his two-year experience at Harcum College, which ended this month when he graduated with an associate degree — and a number of people invested in his success. Bryn Mawr was a long way from home for Bleechmore, a native of Sydney, Australia, who arrived in…
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Chester Has 2 Options to Avoid Bankruptcy, Receiver Says
Chester has two options if it wants to avoid bankruptcy, according to the city’s state-appointed Receiver Michael Doweary. Doweary has been working with Chester officials to reverse the city’s deteriorating finances. He hasn’t filed for bankruptcy but has state authorization to do so, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The city cannot pay retiree benefit costs…
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From Pizza Boxes to Food Scraps, Chris Pieretti Makes Gardens Grow
Chris Pieretti wanted to start a business to help people grow vegetables. With Kitchen Harvest, Inc. he’s doing the next best thing, turning moldy food scraps and pizza boxes into gardening gold, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. Pieretti, a composting expert, has his business on the Linvilla Orchards farm in Media. He turned…
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Nether Providence Police Chief Brings High Standards to His New Role
David Splain, the police chief of Nether Providence, hopes he can make a difference as the new president of the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association, writes Dann Cuellar for 6abc. Splain has 37 years of experience in law enforcement, including nine years as Nether Providence police chief. “What motivated me to get into law enforcement…
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Valley Forge Military Academy & College Honors Fallen with Memorial Day Events
Sadly, more than one million military service personnel have died during American wars. Memorial Day is intended to honor them, their lives, and their service. A special day in the life of the nation, it is a time to remember the bravery of the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice defending the freedoms held…
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Villanova University Football Players Close Deal With Reveal Suits
Five Villanova University football players will be brandishing customized suits on their social media platforms during the 2022 football season, thanks to a deal they made with Reveal Suits, writes Michael Smith for Philadelphia Business Journal. Reveal Suits is a custom clothier that puts college marks on the inside lining of its blazers. Reveal has…
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The Lincoln Center: Getting back to your passions after burnout
Let’s talk about burnout. Burnout is when our emotional, physical, and mental state is exhausted due to prolonged stress Some signs of burnout are frequent illness, feeling drained, a sense of failure, lack of motivation, and withdrawal from activities and responsibilities. You might think “oh just take a rest day and you’ll be fine.” However,…
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Feeling Generous? You Should, If You Live in Delaware County
Delaware County ranks among the most generous places in Pennsylvania, according to a recent study by SmartAsset. This is SmartAsset’s fourth annual study of the most generous places in the United States. Delaware County placed third for Pennsylvania in generosity. The study looked at how much money people donate as a percentage of their net…
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New Protests Formed Monday and This Thursday Over Crozer Health Closings
The planned closing of hospital and healthcare services at Crozer Health is now generating resident protests, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. Protesters rallied near Crozer-Chester Medical Center Monday The demonstration was organized by the Southeast Pennsylvania Healthcare Rights Committee of Put People First! PA. A second protest is set Thursday at Delaware County…
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Penn State Brandywine Hosts Middle, High School Students to Explore STEM Careers
Penn State Brandywine recently hosted nearly 200 local middle- and high-school students for STEM Pathways, a one-day career exploration program. The May 10 event gave students from the Greater Philadelphia region an opportunity to explore STEM fields through activities and interactions with Brandywine faculty and other professionals. The program began with exhibition tables featuring make…
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Iconic Chatterbox Restaurant in Ocean City Bought by Philly Investors
A Philadelphia group behind the Green Eggs Café has purchased the iconic Chatterbox restaurant in Ocean City, New Jersey, writes Michael Tanenbaum for the Philly Voice. The pink building has been a Jersey Shore landmark for decades at the corner of East Ninth Street and Central Avenue, just a few blocks from the bridge. The…
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DELCO Careers — CCRES
CCRES, Downingtown, specializes in providing over 1,500 professional, dedicated staff members to meet the needs of children and adults challenged by autism, behavioral health issues, mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and physical disabilities. It works in collaboration with school districts, intermediate units, and the behavioral health system. There are numerous advantages to a CCRES career, including…
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Immaculata Names Winner of Its Rising Student Leader Award, Monsignor Hartnett Medal
Immaculata University has announced the 2021-2022 recipients of its Student Leadership Awards. “To see our students grow into dedicated, smart, reliable leaders, who serve as role models to the entire campus, is what makes an Immaculata education so special,” said Patricia A. Canterino, Vice President for Student Development & Undergraduate Admissions and Dean of Students. Lauren…
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This Hindu/Catholic Wedding Started With a Chocolate Chip Cookie Claim
Shreyas met Colleen over a dating app, intrigued by Colleen’s claim she makes the world’s best chocolate chip cookies, writes Kellie Patrick Gates for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Colleen, who grew up in Glen Mills and Shreyas, a native of Reston, Va., ended up moving into a Jersey City apartment together in June 2019. Colleen, now…
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2 Radnor Firms Make Fortune 500 List Again for 2022 But Drop in Rank
Thirteen publicly traded companies from the Philadelphia region, including two from Radnor, once again made the Fortune 500 list in 2022, writes Ryan Sharrow for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Fortune 500 ranks the companies by annual revenue. Radnor-based Lincoln National Corp. came in on the list at No. 187, down 15 spots from No. 172…
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