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Investors in Radnor’s Safeguard Scientifics Ask for Leadership Overhaul
Yakira Capital Management, which holds 2.41 percent of the shares of Safeguard Scientifics, is calling for a leadership overhaul at the Radnor-based venture capital firm, writes Roberto Torres for Technical.ly Philly. In a letter addressed to Safeguard chairman Robert Rosenthal published last week, the hedge fund criticized the publicly traded company. It stated that Safeguard…
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Radnor-Based Lincoln Financial Salutes Super Bowl Champions
The Radnor-based Lincoln Financial Group recently saluted the Philadelphia Eagles for winning Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis. Since the 2003 season, Lincoln has been the sponsor of Lincoln Financial Field – home of the Super Bowl champion Eagles. “Like all their fans, Lincoln Financial applauds the Eagles’ players, coaches, and staff for a well-deserved and…
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Neumann University Librarian Fights Against Fake News – One Classroom at a Time
College campuses have long been bastions of free speech and opponents of censorship. How does this stance play, however, in the era of fake news, when Russian bots spread false stories on social media sites and conspiracy theorists spew evidence-free tales in the mainstream media? According to Maureen Williams, the coordinator of information literacy at…
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Inc. Magazine: Pederson Ensured Super Bowl Victory by Leveraging Foles’s Strengths
Philadelphia Eagles coach Doug Pederson helped to ensure the franchise’s first Super Bowl championship by leveraging quarterback Nick Foles’s strengths, instead of focusing on the things he needed to improve, writes Scott Mautz for Inc. magazine. Prior to his stellar performances en route to and in the Super Bowl, Foles has had a tough few…
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DNB First House of the Week: Art Deco Home with Diner in Basement in Havertown
A unique Art Deco home of five bedrooms and four bathrooms that features Bauhaus-style architecture is available for sale in Havertown. The first floor has a family room with a jade marble fireplace that is a perfect replica of the one in Cordoza Hotel in Miami. The large kitchen features plentiful counterspace, a large pantry…
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Home Values in Delaware County Continue to Rise
Home values in Delaware County continue to rise and are expected to increase another 2.1 percent over the next year, according to Zillow.com. Currently, the median home value in Delaware County is $191,100, a 0.8 percent increase over last year. This puts the average price per square foot at around $124, close to Philadelphia Metro’s…
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Tinicum Township Parcel to Become New Airport Cargo Facility
The City of Philadelphia has acquired a 135-acre parcel of land in Tinicum Township, adjacent to Philadelphia International Airport, that it plans to turn into an air cargo warehouse facility, writes Kathleen Carey in the Daily Times. The parcel, known as the Henderson Tract, was purchased by the city in January for $54.5 million. Through…
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Child Care Center with Holistic Approach Opens in Garnet Valley
Lightbridge Academy, an educational child care center for ages six weeks to kindergarten, has opened in Garnet Valley, writes Peg DeGrassa in the Daily Times. The center, at 1363 Naamans Creek Road, is operated by Concord residents John and Beatrice Minnebo. John teaches European business and other courses at Temple University’s Fox School of Business,…
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From MONTCO: Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles Coming to Valley Forge Casino Resort
The Philadelphia Sportscard & Memorabilia show returns to the Valley Forge Casino Resort March 2 through 4, and it’s going to be the biggest show yet as the show celebrates the world champion Philadelphia Eagles with appearances by star quarterbacks Carson Wentz and Nick Foles, along with stars Alshon Jeffrey, Lane Johnson, Jason Kelce, and…
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Target Coming to Devon Square Shopping Center in Radnor Township
Target has signed a lease with Metro Commercial Real Estate for a 57,640-square-foot location at the Devon Square Shopping Center, located in both Radnor and Tredyffrin townships on Lancaster Avenue. The 163,000-square-foot shopping center is anchored by national chains like Rite Aid and Acme Markets, along with supporting local retailers. The shopping center is currently…
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Forum of Executive Women Seeking Nominations for Its 2018 Forum Ally
The Forum of Executive Women, one of the region’s most influential women’s leadership organizations, is seeking nominations for its 2018 Forum Ally. The winning nonprofit will benefit from two years of pro bono support from Philadelphia’s top women business leaders. The Ally organization will receive: visibility among the FOEW membership of 450 top female leaders…
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Neumann University to Host Free Graduate Fair on March 15
Ten colleges will share information about their post-baccalaureate programs at Neumann University’s Graduate Fair on March 15. The event, which is free and open to the public, is scheduled for 11 AM-2 PM in the Bruder Life Center. Colleges in attendance include: Alabama A&M University Bowie State University Bryn Mawr College – Graduate School of…
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Now Accepting Applications, Youth Leadership Academy Celebrates Student Achievement
The Foundation of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce’s Youth Leadership Academy is currently accepting applications for the 2018 class. The Academy provides an outstanding opportunity for 10th-graders to meet and work with local business, government, community, and media leaders. Its goal is to celebrate student achievement and the power of leadership, as well as…
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Chester Water Authority to Invest $11.6 Million in Capital Improvements in 2018
The Chester Water Authority’s Board of Directors has approved a capital budget that will invest $11.6 million in capital improvements in 2018 as part of its ongoing commitment to enhance its infrastructure and deliver excellent quality drinking water to its customers. The investment in the coming months is part of a three-year capital improvement plan…
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From MONTCO: Abington High School Receives Record $25 Million Donation
After a bit of research, officials in the Abington School District believe the donation sets a record for philanthropic gifts to a public high school. The Abington School District has received what district officials believe is a record $25 million gift from alumnus Stephen A. Schwarzman, the chairman, CEO and co-founder of Blackstone, one of…
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Qlik to Leave Delaware County, Relocate in King of Prussia
Qlik, a data analytics company based in Radnor, will relocate its headquarters to King of Prussia later this year, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company signed a 10-year lease on 62,000 square feet of office space on South Gulph Road. The company will relocate about 300 employees. [uam_ad id=”52851″] Advertisement When…
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Work of Chadds Ford’s Henriette Wyeth on Display in Bucks County
The Michener Art Museum in Doylestown is exhibiting the works of Henriette Wyeth, the Chadds Ford artist and member of the renowned Wyeth family, writes Thomas Hine for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Henriette Wyeth is the eldest child of illustrator N.C. Wyeth. Two stunning pieces in the exhibit are family portraits that show her father and…
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DNB First House of the Week: Charming Colonial in Springfield
A charming colonial with four bedrooms and three full and one half bathrooms is available for sale in Springfield. The home is on a cul-de-sac with beautiful rear views of the woods to ensure privacy. The interior has ample living space, along with a finished, walkout basement. The entrance is vaulted with columns and hardwood…
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