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Many U.S. Presidents and Presidential Candidates Have Stopped Off in Delaware County
Delaware County has been visited by several presidential candidates over the decades from both sides of the political fence, writes Pete Bannon for the Daily Times. Here’s a list. John F. Kennedy. In 1960: Visited the Aronimink Golf Club, Lawrence Park Shopping Center, and stopped in Chester. Richard Nixon In 1960: Visited Market Square in…
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New COVID-19 Cases Ease Up Slightly in Delaware County But Remain Above 100
New COVID-19 cases in Delaware County settled lower for Thursday, but remained high overall, at 105, according to the Chester County Health Department. Thankfully, no additional COVID-19-related deaths were reported in the county for Thursday, with totals remaining at 813. Of those, 620 were in long term care facilities and personal care homes, according to…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Majestic 6-Bedroom Manor Home in Newtown Square
This property at 804 Montparnasse Place is available for sale in Newtown Square. Look no further and move right into this majestic sun-filled manor home in prestigious Montparnasse. The home features superior Cas Halloway construction with plenty of amenities, mature landscaping, serene pool and spa, expansive private terraces, patios and views, two screened porches and…
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Glenolden Property Used as a Research Lab Sold to Spark Therapeutics for $6 Million
A Glenolden property once used as a research laboratory for the University of Pennsylvania has been snatched up by Spark Therapeutics for $6 million, writes Natalie Kostelni and John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. Penn vacated the 17-acre vivarium and lab at 500 S. Ridgeway Ave.in 2013. The vivarium totals 40,000 square feet. The property’s…
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As Leasing Reps for New Mixed-Use Project in Kennett Square, Zommick McMahon the ‘Best-in-Class’
A new mixed-use commercial and residential project on 13 acres in Kennett Square will bring townhomes, apartments, retail, event space, and walking trails to a strategic location in the community in 2021. “It’s the gateway to Kennett,” developer Don Robitzer said of the parcel located at the intersection of East Cypress Street and Ways Lane.…
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Teen Creates Coloring Book Based on the Family Dog to Encourage Younger Brother to Wear a Mask
During this time of year, excitement begins to build, especially for children, in anticipation of Halloween decorations, costumes and wearing a mask. This year’s Halloween is looking a bit different because of COVID-19. Wearing masks has become a standard operating procedure every day and everywhere we go. For children, it’s not only difficult to explain,…
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Matthew C. Mayer Joins Brumbaugh Wealth Management as Director of Financial Planning
Matthew C. Mayer has joined Exton-based Brumbaugh Wealth Management as Director of Financial Planning. Mayer was most recently employed as a Client Account Administrator with Vanguard Group. His career in the financial services industry began in 2012 when, upon graduating from Gettysburg College with honors, he joined Vanguard as a Client Relationship Associate. He then…
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Find Out What’s Ahead for Businesses and Individuals in RKL’s 2020 Election Webinar: Register Now
2020 has been a challenging year as companies and individuals have faced a global pandemic, shutdowns, re-openings, and a looming presidential election that could dramatically alter tax and economic policy for 2021 and beyond. Professional services firm RKL LLP has been there to help organizations throughout the region cut through the noise and focus on…
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Villanova Students Miss Their Favorite Hangout, Kelly’s Taproom, as Owner Pledges to Reopen in 2021
A favorite watering hole for Villanova University’s upper classmen, Kelly’s Taproom, has had to close temporarily during the pandemic, writes Elena Rouse for the villanovan.com. That’s put a crimp in the University’s nightlife. Owner Gene Mitchell, a university alumnus, had forewarning of the pandemic before it came to the United States through his position as…
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Delaware County COVID-19 Deaths Reported 2 Days in a Row, With 3 More Fatalities Wednesday
For the second day, new cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County are hovering around 120 or more cases, with 121 new cases reported for Wednesday. Total number of cases in the county has reached 13,507, according to the Chester County Health Department. Three more residents, from Marple, Upper Darby and Prospect Park, have lost their…
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Overwhelmed Moms Trust Milestone Therapy Group to Help Their Kids Talk
By David Bjorkgren Sarah Mayland’s 5-year-old son, Jack, has autism and trouble communicating. He needs the support of services like Milestone Therapy Group (MTG) in Bala Cynwyd. “I feel I can trust them which, as a parent, is really important,” Sarah said. Ashley White, speech therapist and owner of Milestone Therapy Group, spent an hour…
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Volunteers Sought for Citizen Corps to Help Out During Emergencies and Disasters
Delaware County is recruiting residents to join the Citizen Corps of Delaware County (CCDC) which assists during disasters, mass care and public health events. The Citizen Corps of Delaware County is offering an orientation session Nov. 12, 6:30 to 9 p.m., to find out more about the volunteer group. Those who register will receive an…
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Malvern Bank Sponsors Brandywine Polo Club for Sixth Consecutive Year
Malvern Bank, National Association was the presenting sponsor of the last match of the Brandywine Polo Club’s summer season. The Richie Jones Memorial Exhibition, named for an avid horseman and member of the Polo Club, was held on Oct. 18. Brandywine Polo Club, a United States Polo Association club, brings the passion of polo and…
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Child Guidance Resource Centers Offers Video Message for Down Syndrome Awareness Month
Child Guidance Resource Centers in Havertown is celebrating Down syndrome Awareness Month in October. Christine Yu, a therapist at Child Guidance Resources Centers and mother of an amazing daughter with Down Syndrome, joined one of the Child Guidance Mental Health #10at10 episodes to raise awareness. She shared what it is like raising a child with…
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Delaware County Continues to See Higher COVID-19 Cases, Echoing State, National Trends
New cases of COVID-19 remained high again Tuesday, with 127 new cases reported in Delaware County. That brings the total number of cases to 13,386, according to the Chester County Health Department. Two residents from Yeadon and Folcroft lost their lives to COVID-19, raising the death toll to 810. Of those, 621 were in long…
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Linvilla Makes List of Top Orchards in America
Linvilla Orchards has been a favorite fall destination for Delaware County families for years. Now, The Daily Meal has placed it on a list of 50 as one of the nation’s best apple orchards, writes Michael Tanenbaum for phillyvoice.com. The publication looked at online ratings to find the top orchard in each state. Linvilla Orchards…
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Concerned How the Outcome of the Election Might Impact the Market? This Info Should Allay Your Fears
As we are in the final days before the election, you may be concerned about how the outcome might impact the market. We expect volatility, particularly if we do not know who wins the election and the decision is delayed as ballots are counted for what could be days after Nov. 3. We are here…
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Villanova University Examines Inequality and Poverty With Goal of Finding Public Policy Solutions
Villanova University is tackling poverty, with help from a $1 million gift from two alumni, reports catholicphilly.com. Paul A. Tufano and Christine Tufano are contributing to an interdisciplinary initiative studying the intersection of poverty and inequality. Paul Tufano is chairman and executive officer of the AmeriHealth Caritas Family of Companies in Philadelphia. He’s also a…
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