Community
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Margaret Hollinger, Singer, Episcopal Academy Fund-raiser, Dead at 79
Margaret Hollinger, a popular director of development at Episcopal Academy in Newtown Square and who was known in the 1940s and 50s in Drexel Hill, Villanova and Philadelphia as the “little girl with the big voice” died April 15. She was 79, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The singer, actress, model, and writer…
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See How Healthy Delaware County Is Compared to Its Neighbors
Delaware County holds its own in health rankings for its residents when compared to nearby counties, but it could do better, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. A study released Wednesday by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute looked at health outcomes and health factors. There were 90 “health influencing” factors studied over…
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Villanova Linebacker Forrest Rhyne Is Waiting for the NFL Call
Villanova linebacker, Forrest Rhyne, has led all of college football in tackles. Now he’s hoping he will one of those chosen for the NFL draft, reports Rosemary Connor for NBC 10. It’s the love of football and his family that motivates Rhyne to succeed at the game. “It’s something I’ve been playing since I was…
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Delaware County Has to Update Its Trash Disposal Plan. It’s Aiming for a Loftier Goal
Delaware County figures it has to update its 10-year Municipal Waste Management Plan anyway so it might as well kick it up a notch, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. Its minimum obligation under state law (Act 101) is to identify long-term trash disposal methods. But Delco’s decided to aim for getting its trash waste to…
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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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Aqua Pennsylvania Invests $4.4 Million in Infrastructure Improvement Projects Throughout Delaware County
Aqua Pennsylvania has announced that $4.4 million in infrastructure improvement projects are underway in Darby and Marple townships and Yeadon and Folcroft boroughs to improve service reliability for customers throughout Delaware County. In Darby Township, crews recently started working on a $1.2 million project replacing 5,055 feet of aging six- and 16-inch water mains with…
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Phila. Region Exits Top-25 List of Smoggiest Metros, But the News Is No Sigh of Relief
The Philadelphia region has finally dropped off the list of the 25 worst metro areas for ozone smog. But the American Lung Association’s State of the Air report shows that the levels of air pollution are still worrisome. Sophia Schmidt hacked through the data for The Philadelphia Tribune. The report looked at both ozone and…
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Choose The Right Fireplace For Your Home With Hometown Hearth at New Showroom in Media
As springtime arrives here in the Northeast, many homeowners are beginning their spring cleaning and getting ready for time spent outdoors this summer. Believe it or not, this is the best time of year to consider upgrading or installing a new fireplace for those cold Fall and Winter months. With a brand new showroom opening…
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2 Delco Shops Make List of Best Water Ice in the Philly Region
The Philadelphia region’s summer tradition is here again—Italian Delco water ice. The dessert traces its roots back to Italian families who brought the recipe to our area when they moved here from Italy, writes Jillian Wilson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Italian water ice is creamier than shaved ice, icier than Italian ice. And you only…
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How Deep Will Crozer Hospital Cuts Go? Delco Lawmakers Weigh-in
Crozer Health is raising some local eyebrows as it continues to cut hospital services at its four Delaware County hospitals, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The cuts are part of an effort by parent company Prospect Medical Holdings to shore up its finances. Prospect has taken over $654 million in profits from the Crozer system,…
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Volunteer Artists Bring Painted Flowers to Havertown Business Windows
Haverford Township businesses received some window flowers this past weekend thanks to a community project, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. The Discover Haverford Mayflower Project was set in motion by volunteers who brightened up windows and painted flower designs. Jeanne Angell, executive director of Discover Haverford, said board member Gina Ranieri, owner of…
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Retiring Veterinarian to Speak at Harcum College’s 106th Commencement on May 7
Almost 300 students will receive their diplomas at Harcum College’s 106th Commencement on Saturday, May 7. Dr. Craig Wooters will give the commencement address. The event begins at 11 AM and will be held on the Great Lawn of the Academic Center, located at 750 Montgomery Avenue in Bryn Mawr. Dr. Wooters has served the Veterinary…
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Wawa Still Has Eye on City of Philadelphia in Expansion Plans
There have been some high-profile Wawa store closings in the city of Philadelphia but that doesn’t mean Wawa still doesn’t have a presence there, says CEO Chris Gheysens. Wawa’s landmark location at Broad and Walnut streets closed, along with an outpost at 9th and South Streets, writes Laura Smythe for Philadelphia Business Journal. “We have…
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Check Out Where Delaware County Sits Among PA Counties in Investment Income
Delaware County ranks near the top in Pennsylvania among counties where residents earn the most investment income, according to a recently released report by SmartAsset. Overall, Delaware County came in fifth place in Pennsylvania with an investment index of 4.92. This put it at No. 80 in the nation. To identify the places with the…
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Xanitos in Newtown Square Expands Hospital Cleaning Service With South Jersey Buy
Dave Crothall, CEO of a Newtown Square company that focuses on hospital services, announces the company has acquired a South Jersey company providing similar services, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. Xanitos, which offers housekeeping, patient transport, and linen and laundry services, has acquired Legion Building Services of Cherry Hill as a way to…
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Penn State Brandywine student leaders honored at ceremony
Penn State Brandywine students who offered leadership and service this year on campus were honored at a ceremony April 18. The annual leadership awards program highlights the achievements of students involved with clubs, student government and campus programs. Dana Hallahan, a junior biology major, received the Eric A. and Josephine S. Walker Award. This award…
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Immaculata’s Dr. William Carr Named Top Music Teacher by Steinway & Sons
Dr. William Carr, professor of music and piano at Immaculata University, has been named one of the Top Music Teachers for 2021 by Steinway & Sons. It’s the fourth time he’s earned the honor. “To be recognized by Steinway & Sons over the years as one of the best teachers in the United States is…
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New York Post: Jay Wright Reveals Why He Retired
Jay Wright know it was time to retire as Villanova University’s head basketball coach when he found himself at mass texting his players during the homily, reports the Associated Press as printed in the New York Post. “I look forward not to live that way.” Wright choked back tears Friday explaining his sudden retirement at…







































