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Beyond Pennsylvania: Exploring a Nation of Delaware Counties
There’s a certain pride that comes with saying you’re from Delaware County. We feel we’re a unique people living in a county with a unique identity and culture. While that may be true, there are other Delaware Counties out there, each with its own cultural and historical identity. There are at least five in the…
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For a Romantic Valentine’s Meal, Try La Belle Epoque in Media
Sometimes the most romantic meals are in those neighborhood restaurants known mostly to locals, writes Michael Klein, Beatrice Forman, Kiki Aranita, and Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Such a place is La Belle Epoque at 38 W. State St. in Media Borough. It made an Inquirer list of 12 under-the-radar restaurants in the region…
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2 Delaware County Reform Schools Inspire Young Adult Novel
Delaware County’s two reform schools inspired Ridley native Diana Rodriguez Wallach to write the young-adult novel, “The Silenced,” writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. Wallach started research on the Glen Mills School, a boys-only reform school in Delaware County that closed in 2019 because of abuse allegations. It reopened as Clock Tower Schools in…
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TikTok Sensation Delco Donny Entertains Crowds in Wawa Parking Lots
“Delco Donny”, a.k.a. Jake Dillion, has developed quite a following on TikTok, giving pop-up concerts in Wawa parking lots with a thick Delco accent, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. Some of his videos have more than 100,000 views. Jake Dillon, a singer-songwriter and music teacher from Northeast Philly, created his musical alter ego a few…
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Aronimink Golf Club Honors PGA Champion Gary Player
With Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square hosting the 2026 PGA Championship, it seemed fitting that it should honor former PGA champ, golf icon Gary Player, by dedicating a room in his name. Player was at the club when they declared him an honorary member, and dedicated “The Gary Player Lounge,” writes Krystle Rich for…
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Can You Name Pennsylvania’s Longest Bridge? It’s in Delaware County
Pennsylvania boasts 25,400 state-owned bridges and one of its longest happens to be right in our backyard, writes Rob Amend for AZ Animals. The Commodore Barry Bridge over the Delaware River connects Chester with Bridgeport, New Jersey. Not only is it the state’s longest bridge, but it is also the fourth-largest cantilever bridge in the…
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It’s the Philly Soft Pretzel But You Don’t Have to Visit the City to Get Your Fix
There are three staples of the Philadelphia diet—cheesesteaks, soft pretzels and Tastykakes (four, if you want to throw in a hoagie). Cheesesteaks get all the attention, but pretzel connoisseurs will speak just as enthusiastic about the perfect soft pretzel, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for Philadelphia Magazine. Straight from a vendor is still probably the most authentic,…
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Walking on Frozen Schuylkill River is Both Dangerous and Illegal, Philly Police Warn
Philadelphia police are warning the public to avoid ice-covered bodies of water, including the frozen Schuylkill River, or risk facing fines, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The frozen river’s allure is strong, particularly because it only freezes a few times each decade, tempting some people to venture onto the ice. “We’re getting reports of people…
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Weekend Wanderer: I’m in a Gerard Butler Hole
It started innocently enough. One day, late in 2024, I was surfing my streamers for something to watch. I wanted something new, something I could follow with, say, 82 percent of my attention — yet never miss a beat. A thriller, maybe, or something with explosions. Netflix suggested London Has Fallen. Well, I’d seen Olympus Has Fallen. And I do love London. …
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Harvest Seasonal Grill Cuts Prices, Boosting Traffic and Profit for West Chester-Based Group
Harvest Seasonal Grill, part of Harvest Restaurant Holdings in West Chester, is responding to rising food costs by lowering prices, which has boosted both customer traffic and profits, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The farm-to-table bar-restaurant, with eight locations in the region, noticed that higher prices correspond with fewer patrons. “Every time check averages…
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Philanthropic Gift Launches Trauma Center Expansion at Jefferson Abington
Jefferson Health launches a huge fundraising campaign to modernize and expand the trauma center at Jefferson Abington Hospital, according to John George for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Longtime supporters Bruce and Judi Goodman made a donation to kick-start the $30 million campaign. In recognition of their donation, the facility will be renamed the Goodman Emergency…
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Warminster Tavern Voted Favorite Bucks County Spot to Get Wings
According to the Bucks County Courier Times’ 2026 Bucks County wings poll, Kenney’s Madison Tavern in Warminster is the county’s favorite wing spot, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. This family-run joint is owned by Dan Kenney and operated by him, his mom Claudia, and his sister Michelle. The neighborhood bar, which was originally called Jack’s Madison Tavern, was purchased in 1991 by Kenney’s father and uncle. “We’re hands-on…
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Delaware County Housing Market Is Frozen at the Moment
Delaware County’s housing market matches the weather outside. It’s frozen, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Potential home sellers and buyers didn’t interact much last month. Slow sales were reported in the 50 most populous metropolitan areas, including Delaware County and Philadelphia, according to a Redfin analysis. Sales were down about 4 percent in…
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Wawa Sells Closed Delaware County Store, Along with Six Other Properties
Wawa is selling seven properties in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, four that have closed stores and three that are vacant lots, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The portfolio went out to market in May of 2025. It includes a closed Wawa store at 2236 Chichester Ave. in Boothwyn. Wawa is asking $800,000…
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Swarthmore College Plan for Athletic Complex Meets Resistance
Swarthmore College’s plans for a new athletic complex off College Avenue and North Chester Road are not going over well with some residents, writes Alexandra Paskhavier for the Daily Times. The college wants a zoning change for Cunningham Fields to install 12 acres of synthetic turf, stadium lighting on 70-foot poles, and sound amplification. The…
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Winter Storm Tests Media Borough’s New Mayor, Joi Washington
January has been quite a month for Joi Washington, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. She was sworn in on Jan. 5 as Media’s first new mayor in 30 years, and its first Black woman mayor. On Jan. 25, Media had a snow emergency after 9.3 inches fell in the Philadelphia region. Washington put…
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First Bank House of the Week: Former General Store Now a Family Home for Sale in Media
A charming home at 126 N Providence Road in Media that once operated as the general store of Providence Village, with five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, is available for sale, writes Paul Jablow for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The oldest section of the home dates back to the 18th century, with additional sections…
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Students Partner Up to Sustain Food Pantry at Drexel Neumann Academy
Drexel Neumann Academy students in Chester can take advantage of a food pantry built at the school this past summer by the national nonprofit Kids Against Hunger United, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. The pantry serves the students and their families. It’s sustained throughout the school year by the “Community Kindness Club,” made up of…
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