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Mike Jensen: Jay Wright May Be the Right Man for the Sixers But Are They the Right Team for Him?
Even if the Sixers ownership could come up with a strong offer for Villanova head coach Jay Wright that doesn’t mean he would take the job, writes Mike Jensen in an opinion column for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Last year, everyone thought Wright would be the new coach for the Knicks but that didn’t happen. So…
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Upper Darby Second Town in Delaware County to Decriminalize Marijuana Possession
Upper Darby became the second municipality in Delaware County to decriminalize possession of a small amount of marijuana, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. Folcroft approved a similar ordinance back in late July. Upper Darby Council passed an ordinance Aug. 19 that made it a summary offense, subject to a fine only, for possession…
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A Lidl Grocery Store Is coming to Clifton Heights
The discount grocery store Lidl US is coming to East Baltimore Avenue in Clifton Heights as part of an expansion along the East Coast, writes Eric Mandel for Philadelphia Business Journal. Fifty new stores are being added in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware by the end of 2021. In Pennsylvania, along with Clifton Heights, stores…
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Forbes: Boeing’s Ridley Plant Faces a Difficult Decade as Military Priorities Change
Boeing’s Ridley rotorcraft plant faces a tough decade ahead as two of its key programs lose military funding, writes Loren Thompson for Forbes.com. The plant employs 4,600 employees and is the largest industrial employer in the Philadelphia region. It also spends $500 million annually for parts and services from 473 suppliers in Pennsylvania. The V-22…
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Man Sentenced in Delaware County Robbery Settles Lawsuit for a Prison Sweat Lodge
A man serving a 10- to 20-year sentence at Benner state prison in Centre County for a Delaware County robbery has settled a federal civil rights lawsuit that would allow a sweat lodge on prison grounds, writes Bret Pallotto for centredaily.com. Marvin Banks, 28, along with Dale Arnold, 63, settled the lawsuit this week with…
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Wawa’s New Dinner Menu Gets Expanded Rollout in 100 Stores
Wawa’s dinner menu is being rolled out to more stores as it competes with national fast food giants, writes Laura Smythe for Philadelphia Business Journal. The customizable dinner items include: rotisserie chicken with mac and cheese; braised chicken; pork roast or pot roast with two sides; penne or fettuccine pastas with alfredo, marinara or bolognese…
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Changing Times Closes 48-Year Florist in Upper Providence
Bernadette Dougherty’s passion for flowers just isn’t enough these days for her to keep the Edgemont Flower Shop open, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. Times have changed, and so have people’s flower-buying habits. So, as of Aug. 31, her business of 48 years, nine months and 16 days will be no more.…
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45 New Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Delaware County for Aug. 27, 1 Death Reported
There were 45 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Delaware County for Thursday, Aug. 27. Total number of cases is now at 10,233. There was one COVID-19-related death reported, with total fatalities now at 772. Of those, 604 were in long term care facilities and personal care homes, according to data from the Chester County…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Stately 6 Bedroom Colonial in Newtown Square
This home at 60 Farrier Lane in White Horse is available for sale in Newtown Square. A stately all-stone home with a multi-color slate roof is set upon beautifully landscaped grounds on a double lot in the community of White Horse. A Belgian block-edged drive leads to a formal turning circle with wide flagstone stairs…
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St. Joseph’s University Is Preparing Students to Enter Growing Billion-Dollar Esports Industry
St. Joseph’s University is preparing its students to enter a growing billion-dollar esports industry with the launch of its new esports class and club, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The program will debut this fall. The goal is to engage the latest generation of students and get them ready for a career…
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Hank’s Place Has Good Food, Good Art and Some Chadds Ford History
Hank’s Place has been around for 70 years in the heart of the Brandywine Valley, reports Bob Kelly for “Breakfast With Bob” at fox29.com. It’s history includes patronage from famed Chadds Ford artist Andrew Wyeth. “Andrew used to frequent the restaurant on a very regular basis,” says Anthony, who, with his wife, is the latest…
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36 New Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Delaware County on Wednesday, 2 More Deaths Reported
There were 36 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Delaware County for Wednesday, Aug. 26. Total number of cases is now at 10,188. There were two additional COVID-19-related deaths reported, with the total number now listed at 771. Of those, 603 were in long term care facilities and personal care homes, according to data from…
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Villanova Team Makes a $500 Hospital Ventilator, Aiming for an Era of Cheaper Medical Equipment
A Villanova University team has successfully built a $500 hospital ventilator that would normally cost $50,000, writes Erin Schulte for wired.com. C. Nataraj, a Villanova College of Engineering professor, put a volunteer team together when frontline doctors worried about running out of ventilators for COVID-19 patients. They invented an emergency ventilator, NovaVent, that provides 80…
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Delaware County Home Sales Rise 4.7 Percent in Competitive Market
After a loss of sales during the spring, the Philadelphia suburban housing market is now in an extremely competitive state, writes Natalie Kostelni for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Along with other non-essential businesses, Gov. Tom Wolf shut down all residential real estate sales in March. Even so, home sales in Delaware County have managed to…
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‘Measure Your Cat’s IQ’ with New Book by Ambler Feline Behavior Specialist
Calla Knopman, an Ambler resident and feline behavior specialist, has penned a book that helps cat lovers measure the IQ of their four-legged friends, writes Pete Mazzaccaro for the Chestnut Hill Local. Knopman got the idea for the book after she started to volunteer for Brenda’s Cat Rescue in February last year. The Associate Principal…
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A Spanish Speaking Virtual Meetup for Parents Sept. 4/Emociones:¿qué ese eso? “Cómo hablar con tu hijo/a”.
It can be hard to connect with our children even under the best of times. Add In a global pandemic, and It’s even more difficult! Child Guidance Resource Centers in Havertown is inviting Spanish-speaking parents to join a virtual meetup Sept. 4, noon to 1 p.m., conducted in Spanish with a therapist over Zoom to…
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32 New Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Delaware County for Tuesday, No Additional Fatalities Reported
There were 32 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Delaware County for Tuesday, Aug. 25. Total number of cases is now at 10,152. No additional COVID-19-related deaths have been reported, with the total number now listed at 769. Of those, 602 were in long term care facilities and personal care homes, according to data from…
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Health Department Virtual Town Hall Highlights Health Needs in Delaware County
Delaware County updated its health department plans with a virtual town hall Thursday attended by 200 people, writes Zachariah Hughes for the Philadelphia Tribune. Delaware County Council, The Foundation for Delaware County, and WHYY co-hosted the meeting. It was moderated by Sandra Clark, WHYY’s vice president for news and civic dialogue. “By the end of…
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