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Delaware County Launches Wellness on Wheels Mobile Health Clinic to Aid Underserved Communities
Delaware County is taking its health services on the road, literally. Health leaders are launching Wellness on Wheels, a 33-foot RV retrofitted as a traveling medical clinic designed to bring basic care directly to residents who need it most, reports Sarah Gantz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The mobile unit will offer vaccines, blood pressure checks, prostate cancer…
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Philadelphia Visitor Center Opening New Outpost at PHL Ahead of Busy 2026 Summer
Philadelphia is rolling out the welcome mat in a big way. The Philadelphia Visitor Center is opening a new satellite outpost at Philadelphia International Airport, gearing up for what promises to be one of the busiest tourism seasons in the city’s history, reports Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The push comes as Philadelphia braces…
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Lansdowne’s Travers Food Market Celebrates 40 Years With the Customers Who Support It
For 40 years, Travers Food Market has been more than a place to grab a hoagie in Lansdowne. It’s been a neighborhood fixture where the owners know your name and your usual order, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. Recently, owners Dave and Donna Travers marked the milestone the way they’ve built the business, surrounded by the people who…
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Dining Under the Stars in Media: Ten Unforgettable Restaurants to Try on State Street
For five months a year, Wednesday night in Media doesn’t look like a Wednesday night anywhere else. The cars disappear, the tables come out, and State Street becomes one long open-air dining room under the early-evening light. Now in its 19th season, Dining Under the Stars kicked off in early May and runs every Wednesday through September 30, from around 5…
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Girls Spark Hosts Designer Bag Bingo Fundraiser to Support Teen Empowerment Programs
Girls Spark is bringing Designer Bag Bingo to Media on June 11, and the stakes are high in the best possible way. The nonprofit invites the community to its annual fundraiser at the Media Community Center, where supporters, local leaders, and sponsors will gather for 10 rounds of bingo with designer handbags on the line.…
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Widener University Names Crystal Gibson New Athletics Leader
Widener University in Chester has named Crystal Gibson its new executive director of athletics, beginning July 1. Gibson currently serves as director of athletics and recreation at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, a position she has held since 2020. Gibson will be responsible for the organization, administration, and coordination of all aspects of Widener’s…
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New Ursinus College Majors Give Students More Career Pathways in High-Demand Fields
Ursinus College is expanding its academic offerings with a slate of new and reimagined majors launching in fall 2026, giving prospective students more ways to turn their interests into clear academic and career pathways. The new programs reflect a broader push at the Collegeville college to connect classroom learning with real-world preparation through applied liberal arts. Under the leadership of new president…
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Despite Bankruptcy, QVC Group Earns a Spot on the 2026 Fortune 500
West Chester is home to a Fortune 500 company, even if that company is navigating one of the more turbulent times in its history. QVC Group landed on the 2026 Fortune 500 after it officially shifted its corporate headquarters address to West Chester, reports Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. QVC Group formerly operated out of a Colorado address under the name Qurate Retail Group before rebranding…
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Philadelphia Man Is Collecting a Beer From All 48 World Cup 2026 Countries, And Drinking Them When Each Team Is Eliminated
Garrett Albert is turning his longtime passion for soccer and beer into an ambitious collecting challenge ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Philadelphia resident has set himself a tournament-sized challenge: track down a beer from each of the 48 countries competing in the expanded World Cup field, writes Chilekasi Adele for CBS News…
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Inside Philadelphia’s New Members-Only Club Scene: Less Exclusivity, More Community
Philadelphia’s private club scene is undergoing a quiet revolution and a golf handicap is no longer required for admission. A new generation of members-only destinations is reshaping the city, trading long waitlists and velvet-rope exclusivity for something more appealing to younger professionals: shared interests, flexible amenities, and a genuine sense of community, writes Emma Dooling…
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The Mother Behind Mikal Bridges’ Rise from Great Valley to the NBA Finals
As Mikal Bridges chases an NBA championship with the New York Knicks, the Great Valley High School graduate is carrying a story rooted in perseverance and a mother’s belief in her son, writes Alex Coffey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bridges’ journey began with his mother, Tyneeha Rivers, who grew up in West Philadelphia. Rivers was 19 when Mikal was born, a…
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Wawa Is Getting Into the Electric Vehicle Supercharger Business
Wawa is the biggest host for Tesla superchargers, with 2,115 stalls scattered among 223 store sites. Now it’s partnered with the Tesla Supercharger for Business program to launch its own brand of supercharger in Alachua, Florida, writes Michelle Lewis for Electrek. The Wawa-owned Alachua Supercharger site, located northwest of Gainesville, features 16 325 kW stalls.…
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How Delaware County is Positioning Itself as a Must-Visit Destination for America250
Delaware County is stepping into America’s 250th anniversary with a clear sense of purpose and a plan that extends well beyond the celebration itself. For several years, Visit Delco and America250PADelco have been quietly building something larger than a tourism campaign, according to Visit Delco staff in the Philadelphia Business Journal. Their partnership weaves together heritage programming,…
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Aaron Rai Still Processing His PGA Championship Win at Newtown Square’s Aronimink Golf Club
Aaron Rai won the Wanamaker Trophy. He just hasn’t fully believed it yet. The 31-year-old English golfer captured his first major championship at the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, closing with a final-round 65 to secure a three-stroke victory that immediately etched itself into major championship history, reports Dave Shedloski for Golf Digest. But…
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The World’s Largest Bounce House Is Coming. Here’s Why People Are Buying Tickets Now
Imagine spending an afternoon racing friends through a 900-foot obstacle course, dancing to a live DJ inside the world’s largest bounce house, and diving into a foam party beneath giant octopus tentacles. That’s exactly what’s coming to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center Fairgrounds in Oaks from June 27th through July 5th. The Big Bounce America…
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Best Wineries Near Philadelphia: Four Delaware County Spots Worth Visiting This Summer
When people think of wine country, they picture Napa Valley or the Finger Lakes. Delaware County never makes that list, but it should. Spread across Delaware County, from the rolling hills of the Brandywine Valley to the heart of Broomall, is a collection of wineries that have become favorite summer destinations for local residents and are earning recognition well…
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DELCO Careers – Dunwoody Village
Dunwoody Village is a five-star, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community in Newtown Square, located in a picturesque wooded setting, combining comfort with award-winning, high-quality healthcare and rehabilitation. Dunwoody job positions are for career people who want a “decidedly different career,” people who share a commitment to excellence, and who want to join the team. Qualified applicants are encouraged to…
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Northeast Philadelphia Airport Eyes Largest Municipal Solar Installation in City History
Northeast Philadelphia Airport may be on the verge of a significant green energy milestone that could set a new standard for how the city powers its public facilities. A proposed 1.5-megawatt solar farm, still awaiting City Council approval, would generate an estimated 3,000 megawatt-hours of electricity each year, enough to cover the airport’s entire operational…
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