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Who’s Not in Love with Wawa? Apparently More Than a Few Suburban Residents
Despite Wawa’s sweeping popularity in Greater Philadelphia, not every new super-sized store is welcomed by residents in the suburbs, writes Erin McCarthy for the Philadelphia Inquirer. As the homegrown chain of convenience stores continues to expand, opposition to some of its stores is growing. This includes the latest one planned for Wayne. Neighbors near the…
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PGA Tour Event Brings Tiger Woods – and a Massive Economic Boon – to Region
The first BMW Championship in Pennsylvania in nearly six decades will bring the biggest names in golf to Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, providing a boost for the local economy, according to a report from the Daily Local News. According to Barbara Lehman, the director of communications for Destination Delco, professional golf events like…
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As Eagles Kick Off New Season, Former Player ‘Bears His Cross,’ Wants Brain Tested for CTE
Irv Cross, the former Eagle and first African-American to do sports reports on television in Philadelphia, recalls his playing and reporting days in Bearing the Cross, a new book he co-wrote with Clifton Brown, writes Frank Fitzpatrick for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Today, Cross, 79, suffers the consequences from his years of playing football. The two-time…
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Spotted Lanternfly Went from a Few Municipalities to 13 Counties, Posing Multibillion-Dollar Threat
The spotted lanternfly, a species native to Asia, was first discovered in Berks County in 2014. In that first year, scientific models predicted that the lanternfly wouldn’t survive the state’s cold, snowy winter, according to the Altoona Mirror. They couldn’t have been more wrong. The spotted lanternfly has adapted quite well to living here, and…
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Help Ease the Burden of Breast Cancer Patients with Health Mats
By Vince Del Rossi With fall rapidly approaching, we are once again asking for your support in the fight against breast cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we at Health Mats would like to announce the return of our annual “Pink Ribbon Courage” fundraiser to raise awareness for the disease and to show…
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American Airlines Announces Flights from Philadelphia Airport to Four New Cities in Europe
Thanks to American Airlines, Philadelphia-area travelers can begin booking flights to four new European cities, writes Catherine Dunn for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The airline is adding flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Edinburgh, Scotland, beginning in April, and to Berlin; Bologna, Italy; and Dubrovnik, Croatia, starting in June. American is looking to build on the…
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Sign, Lighting Company in Folsom Capitalizes on Nostalgic Return of Neon
Mark Holland, one of the few remaining glass benders in the region, is helping Folsom-based Urban Neon capitalize on the nostalgic return of neon, writes Anna Orso for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Holland has been bending glass tubes to create neon signs for quarter-century. This historic part of our nation’s culture has been pushed out for…
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Haverford Resident, Film Director to Release His First Movie This Month
Epidemic, the first movie directed by Haverford resident Stephen Michael Giglio, will be released this month, writes Linda Stein for the Delaware County News Network. The horror film starts as a family drama that focuses on an estranged father who shows up at his daughter’s 30th birthday party to make amends. However, things soon take…
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Free Education, Training Available for Delco Veterans at Delaware County Community College
Are you a Delaware County veteran who is unemployed or underemployed and looking to upgrade your skills? Delaware County Community College is offering a free educational and training program to help veterans find employment in regional high-demand, high-priority occupations. Participants can choose from certificate programs ranging from 15 to 43 credits, which can then be…
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PennDOT to Begin Pre-Qualifying Residents Who Need to Fly for Real IDs
Today, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will start pre-qualifying residents who want to receive Real IDs when they become available in March, according to a report in the Philadelphia Inquirer. The Real ID driver’s license meets federal anti-terrorism standards and will allow Pennsylvanians to board commercial airliners, as well as enter certain secure federal buildings.…
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Check Out Which Local High Schools Send the Most Students to Harvard, Princeton, MIT
Fifteen of the Top 20 high schools in Pennsylvania that send the most students to Harvard, Princeton, and MIT are located in southeastern Pennsylvania, according to a staff report from the Philadelphia Business Journal. New research from PolarisList ranks high schools nationwide on the number of their students who matriculated into the aforementioned institutions, which…
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Chadds Ford Tavern Keeps Its Centuries-Long History Alive While Offering Modern Cuisine
The recently reopened Chadds Ford Tavern offers historic charm in a warm and inviting atmosphere with modern, high-quality food, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Delaware County News Network. The eatery keeps its centuries-long history alive while expertly blending it with the modern world. Its antiques perfectly complement the new, gourmet cuisine, resulting in a superior…
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Neumann University Nursing Student from Folcroft Named Psychiatric Scholar
Folcroft resident Ingrid Hausner, a nursing major at Neumann University, was recently selected as a 2018 American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) Board of Directors Student Scholar. More than 100 students applied for the national award and 30 scholarships were awarded: 15 for graduate students and 15 for undergraduate/pre-licensure students. The scholarship includes registration, travel, and…
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Where Does Valley Forge Military Academy Rank Among Nation’s Best Military Academies?
Valley Forge Military Academy & College in Wayne ranks eighth on Newsmax’s recently published list of the 10 Best Military Academies in America. The schools that made it onto the list are mostly male-only institutions, and they all provide a rigid environment that instills leadership responsibilities, self-confidence, and very high values in students. In addition…
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Major Restoration Finally a Possibility for Cobbs Creek Golf Course
Cobbs Creek Golf Course, which sits on the border between Upper Darby and Philadelphia, is finally on the verge of a major restoration, writes Joe Juliano for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The crown jewel of area golf courses for almost a half-century, Cobbs Creek had fallen on hard times. However, an 11-years-long effort to revitalize the…
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Watch Guinness World Record Holder Show Off Her Limbo Skills at Philadelphia Airport
Shemika Campbell, a two-time Guinness World Record holder in the limbo, showed off her skills recently at Philadelphia International Airport, while waiting for a flight home to Buffalo, N.Y.
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Yoga Helps Glen Mills Students Reduce Stress, Manage Anger, Improve Sleep
Students at the Glen Mills Schools are enjoying a new experience – instruction in yoga, reports Trish Hartman for 6ABC. The yoga class is being offered at the residential school for court-adjudicated youth by the nonprofit Transformation Yoga Project. “Research backs that the tools of yoga can be incredible for your own self-regulation, anger management,…
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DNB First House of the Week: Magnificent Tudor in Drexel Hill
A fully updated Tudor home with three bedrooms and two full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Drexel Hill. The entry to this stone home is through a turret leading to the grand foyer, flanked by a large formal dining room and living room. The beautifully remodeled kitchen features a center island…
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