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A Haverford College Student Created a Network to Support Student Journalism
There’s a need out there for more resources to support college journalists in the Philadelphia region, and one network, created by Haverford College senior Jackson Juzang, hopes to make that happen. He founded the Philadelphia Student Press Association, which seeks funding for the work of student journalists, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The…
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Delaware County High School Celebrates 75 Years of Being On the Air
A Delaware County high school radio station has the distinction of being the longest-running public high-school radio station in the country. Haverford High’s WHHS went live Dec. 6, 1949.and this year its celebrating its 75th anniversary, writes Pete Bannon for the Daily Times. WHHS is run by a revolving group of 70 student DJs who…
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Suffragette Leader Alice Paul Spent Time at Swarthmore College
Actor Maya Keleher had no idea the impact Alice Paul had in the women’s suffragette movement until she got the chance to play her in the “SUFFS” touring company, now opening in Philadelphia, writes Jane M. Von Bergen for Billy Penn. “I learned so much about her tenacity and her fight,” Keleher said. “She was…
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Springfield Mall in Distress? Owners Miss Loan Repayment
PREIT and Simon Properties Group, owners of the Springfield Mall, did not pay off their loan for the mall ahead of its maturity date last month, writes Noah Zucker for Bisnow. The $32.4M loan underpinning the Springfield Mall was scheduled to mature in early October. It has now been flagged as “non-performing matured,” according to…
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First Bank House of the Week: Lovely Colonial in Media
A lovely colonial home at 11 Morgan Lane, sitting on 1.3 attractive acres with five bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, is available for sale in Media. This charming residence, beautifully situated in the Highland Rose tree-lined cul-de-sac subdivision, offers a serene setting with mature trees and a highly desirable location. Details include Brazilian…
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Freedom Village: Managing the Emotions That Come With Retirement
In our culture, retirement is seen as something to look forward to, filled with a sense of joy and adventure. So, it may feel weird if you find adjusting to retirement brings up other feelings. The reality is that there is a wide range of emotional effects of retirement, all of which are perfectly normal.…
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Franconia Community Rallies in Escalating Goat Dispute
Two well-known goats have become the center of an emotional zoning dispute in Franconia Township, writes Emily Neil for WHYY. Tommy and Bam-Bam, a pair of elderly goats, have lived on Ken and Kathleen Schumann’s property for more than a decade. But in early December, the township’s zoning hearing board ruled that the animals must…
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West Chester’s Bookhouse Hotel is the Perfect Getaway for Book Lovers
The Bookhouse at Faunbrook offers literary-inspired lodging perfect for any Chester County book lover, writes Lauren Gordon for TravelHost. The West Chester hotel, an extension of The Bookhouse Hotel in Kennett Square, boasts seven luxurious rooms inspired by iconic authors and literary figures. The charming interiors are complete with an extensive collection of books to…
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The Wall Street Journal Names Philadelphia the Top Place to Visit in 2026
People all go on trips and vacations for different reasons, and Philadelphia has several reasons, which is why it’s not only one of the 10 best places to visit next year, but the top place, writes Wall Street Journal staff. One of the many prevalent things Philadelphia is known for is its sports. For both…
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Roast Beef Brings Customers In at These 2 Delaware County Restaurants
When you’ve got to have a fresh roast beef sandwich as soon as possible, you won’t go wrong at Pompei’s State Street Sandwiches in Media Borough, and Hank’s Place in Chadds Ford. Both are on Family Vacations‘ list of 13 Pennsylvania restaurants known for their roast beef sandwiches. The sandwiches on this list don’t have…
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Newest Brandywine Museum of Art Exhibit Highlights Wyeth Family Dollhouses
The Brandywine Museum of Art’s latest exhibit highlights a unique collection of vintage dollhouses belonging to beloved artist Ann Wyeth McCoy, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. McCoy, sister to Andrew Wyeth and youngest daughter to famed illustrator N.C. Wyeth, transformed a nine-foot-tall tool shed into a modular set of dollhouses with her husband John McCoy.…
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This Delaware County Restaurant Made a National List of Best Outdoor Dining
A restaurant in Glen Mills has made a national list of the top 100 places to visit for best outdoor dining, reports RestaurantNews.com. Terrain Café in Glen Mills made the list for 2022. The Terrain Greenhouse Cafe is designed to blur the line between indoor and outdoor spaces, according to its website. The food is…
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Glen Mills’ Taste & Sea Brings Old-School Hospitality to Fine Dining
A new fine dining experience with old fashioned hospitality is available now in Glen Mills, with the opening of John and Christina Talbot ‘s Taste & Sea Seafood Steaks & Libations, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. The Glen Mills couple opened the restaurant at the former Pescatores on Wilmington Pike. “We call it…
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Four Chester County Restaurants Offering Cozy Fireside Dining this Winter
Chester County residents have plenty of local spots to visit for cozy fireside dining this winter, write Ben Silver and Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Here are four local spots where you can enjoy a delicious meal alongside a roaring fire to warm up during the cold winter months. The Whip Tavern—Coatesville. Cozy…
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DELCO.Today Wishes Delaware County a Happy, Healthy New Year
DELCO.Today would like to wish our subscribers, readers, partners, and neighbors across Delaware County a happy and healthy New Year. As 2025 comes to a close, we’ve been reflecting on a year filled with stories that resonated right here at home, from big moments that shaped Delco to the everyday wins unfolding in our boroughs,…
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What to Know About the 2026 Mummers Parade
As we approach a new year, the Mummers Parade is right around the corner. Since 1901, the Mummers Parade has been a Philadelphia staple in welcoming in the new year. 2026 will be no different. Here is all you need to know about the 2026 Mummers Parade. When Is the Mummers Parade? The Mummers Parade…
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King of Prussia Mall Posts Record Year as Experiential Retail Takes Over
The King of Prussia Mall is closing out another standout year, fueled by a strategy that goes beyond traditional retail, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Mall leadership says 2025 delivered record-setting sales and foot traffic, driven largely by an expanding lineup of experiential tenants that turn the shopping center into a regional…
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American Community Journals is Hiring: Social Media Editor
DELCO Today, part of the American Community Journals (ACJ) network, is looking for a Social Media Editor to help shape how hyperlocal news reaches people across Delaware County and the greater Delaware Valley. This role sits at the center of our daily publishing operation. Facebook is one of our most important platforms for both reach…








































