• The Lincoln Center: Helping Crime Victims Since 1987

    The Lincoln Center: Helping Crime Victims Since 1987

    In 1967, the President’s Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Justice reported victims of crime were the most neglected group when it came to the study of crime. Victims were on their own, facing trauma that could overshadow them for the rest of their lives. The Lincoln Center decided it was time to give…

  • Chlorine Shortage Threatens Pool Party Summer in Delaware County

    Chlorine Shortage Threatens Pool Party Summer in Delaware County

    Being stuck at a home has triggered a backlog of orders for swimming pools, and a scarcity of chlorine. But now, a shortage of chlorine tablets may limit summer plans to swim in your own backyard, writes Mat Petrillo for philadelpnia.cbslocal.com. At Aquavita Pools in Delaware County, they’ve been sold out for days.  “This is…

  • COVID-19 Weekly Rates Continue to Drop in Delaware County

    COVID-19 Weekly Rates Continue to Drop in Delaware County

    The week of April 30 to May 6 saw COVID-19 weekly rates continue to go down in Delaware County. This past week showed only 531 new cases, compared to 753 the week before. Four weeks ago, the county was experiencing weekly rates of 1,287 positive cases of COVID-19. The information comes from a 4-week summary…

  • Media-Based Freya Systems Explores Future of A.I. During Philly Tech Week with Webinar on Tuesday

    Media-Based Freya Systems Explores Future of A.I. During Philly Tech Week with Webinar on Tuesday

    Artificial intelligence and data science technologies are changing businesses of all types and sizes. Freya Systems, a data analytics and software development company based in Media, will host a webinar on Tuesday, May 11 from 5-7 PM that helps business owners and leaders understand these changes and highlights current and future applications of advanced data…

  • Woodrose, Out of Villanova, Not Slowed by Pandemic: 2 Albums in a Year

    Woodrose, Out of Villanova, Not Slowed by Pandemic: 2 Albums in a Year

    Villanova’s new indie rock band, Woodrose, is coming out of the pandemic strong, with two EP albums in a year’s time, writes Sara Hecht for The Villanovan. Woodrose band members are Villanova University sophomores Michael Loparrino (“Lopo”) Seamus Daniello and Chris Cruz, all on guitar and piano. Lopo plays bass with Daniello, who is the…

  • COVID-19 Keeps Its Low Profile Among Delaware County Zip codes

    COVID-19 Keeps Its Low Profile Among Delaware County Zip codes

    The news continues to be good out of Delaware County, write Sean Adams and Megan Lavey-Heaton for the Harrisburg Patriot-News. In a county that was looking at greater than 5% increases in new COVID-19 cases a few weeks ago, the majority of Zip codes were showing increases of under 2% the week prior to May…

  • SCORE Webinar: ReferenceUSA Database Has Inside Data for Business Success

    SCORE Webinar: ReferenceUSA Database Has Inside Data for Business Success

    On Monday May 10, learn about “Customers and Competitors: Getting the Inside Data” as you explore the ReferenceUSA database. The webinar, 10 to 11 a.m.., is hosted by Sam Bardarik, a SCORE volunteer and the Business and Career Librarian at Chester County Library. Are you an aspiring or current small business owner wondering how to get thedata needed…

  • Weekend Wanderer: Breakfast in Bed? No Thanks!

    Weekend Wanderer: Breakfast in Bed? No Thanks!

    I’d just like to register a concern about Mother’s Day. Breakfast in bed. Mother’s Day and breakfast in bed are shipped more than Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt. And while I will forever hope Jen and Brad realize they were meant to be, I never want to see a Mother’s Day that serves me scrambled…

  • COVID-19 Cases Up Slightly, New Delaware County Cases Breach 100 for Friday, May 7

    COVID-19 Cases Up Slightly, New Delaware County Cases Breach 100 for Friday, May 7

    Six new COVID-19-related deaths were reported for Friday, May 7, according to the Chester County Health Department. The health department is reporting a total of 1,404 COVID-19-related deaths in Delaware County. 1 fatality was reported in Upper Darby, 1 in Chester, 1 in Lansdowne, 1 in Norwood, 1 in East Lansdowne, and 1 in Chadds…

  • WCU Concludes Commencements for Class of 2020, Preps for 14 Ceremonies for Class of 2021

    WCU Concludes Commencements for Class of 2020, Preps for 14 Ceremonies for Class of 2021

    West Chester University will conclude its in-person celebrations for the Class of 2020 today and prepare to celebrate the Class of 2021 beginning Friday, May 14. To adhere to social-distancing guidelines, the university is hosting smaller, in-person outdoor ceremonies in Farrell Stadium.  By hosting 14 smaller, in-person commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2020 one…

  • Remote Work or Not? Employees, Employers Disagree, Says Radnor Recruiter

    Remote Work or Not? Employees, Employers Disagree, Says Radnor Recruiter

    A Radnor executive search firm says employers and employees have very different views on remote work in a post-pandemic world, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. About 80% of executive-level employees want to work remotely or in a hybrid model. But 70 % of corporate human resources professionals think employees should only be doing…

  • Washington Post: Cicadas. It Could Be What’s for Dinner

    Washington Post: Cicadas. It Could Be What’s for Dinner

    Here’s a menu item you probably hadn’t thought about. Cicadas. Three cicada species (Brood X) burrowed underground for 17 years. They are appearing in the coming months. When the billions emerge, there will be plenty to turn into snack food, writes, Kari Sonde for The Washington Post. While insect-eating is not that popular in the…

  • Malvern Bank House of the Week: Springfield Home Was a Blacksmith Forge

    Malvern Bank House of the Week: Springfield Home Was a Blacksmith Forge

    This House of the Week is a one-of-a-kind historic stone home. It has four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths. It is available for sale in Springfield. This truly unique property dates back to 1684. The home that once served as a blacksmith forge has been transformed into a stunning modern residence while preserving its historic charm.…

  • Saturday’s Spring Fling Brings Delaware County Arts and Culture Into Your Home

    Saturday’s Spring Fling Brings Delaware County Arts and Culture Into Your Home

    Fans of local music, art, and culture can celebrate the arts with virtual and in-person events Saturday, May 8, at the Delco Arts Spring Fling. The Delaware County Arts Consortium teamed up with arts organizations county-wide to demonstrate how much culture there is right here at home. The Spring Fling gives everyone a sample of…

  • COVID-19 Cases Stay Barely Under 100, at 98, for May 6 in Delaware County

    COVID-19 Cases Stay Barely Under 100, at 98, for May 6 in Delaware County

    No new COVID-19-related deaths were reported for Thursday, May 6, according to the Chester County Health Department. The health department is reporting a total of 1,398 COVID-19-related deaths in Delaware County. Of those, 830 were in long-term care facilities and personal care homes. COVID-19 fatalities have been reported in 48 of the county’s 49 municipalities.…

  • Pandemic’s Financial Burden Doesn’t Slow Swarthmore College’s Capital Projects

    Pandemic’s Financial Burden Doesn’t Slow Swarthmore College’s Capital Projects

    The pandemic hurt Swarthmore College’s finances but its capital projects are on track with a new student center, an expanded dining hall, and a $69 million carbon-neutral energy plan, writes Kennedy rose for Philadelphia Business Journal. Swarthmore finished renovations to the Lang Music Building during the pandemic. It finished Maxine Frank Singer Hall, a science…

  • Penn State Great Valley Expands Entrepreneurial Outreach, Celebrates Anniversary of LaunchBox

    Penn State Great Valley Expands Entrepreneurial Outreach, Celebrates Anniversary of LaunchBox

    One year ago, Penn State Great Valley announced the expansion of its entrepreneurial outreach with the inception of the Great Valley LaunchBox, which helps early-stage entrepreneurs turn good ideas into great businesses. “We’re thrilled to expand the services we offer the local entrepreneurial community,” said Leo Daiuto, entrepreneur-in-residence and LaunchBox director. “Our mission is to inspire, advise, and educate.…

  • Golf Courses in Delaware County Hit Top 100  in U.S. List, 1 Makes Top 10

    Golf Courses in Delaware County Hit Top 100 in U.S. List, 1 Makes Top 10

    Two Delaware County golf courses have made Golf Digest’s 2021 list of “America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses” and one of them is in the top 10, writes Ryan Sharrow for Philadelphia Business Journal. Merion Golf Club’s East Course placed sixth on the prestigious list, preserving its ranking from last year. The famed Haverford course has…