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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…
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South Philly’s Emilia D’Albero, 2025 Cheesemonger Olympic Gold Medalist, Talks Cheese Knowledge and More
Emilia D’Albero made history back in the fall when she became the first American to ever win gold at the Cheesemonger Olympics, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. While D’Albero has been a cheesemonger for eight years now, her journey into the field was an accident. “I was working for Eataly corporate in New York…
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Step Into Vintage Rural America at Van Sant Covered Bridge in New Hope
The Van Sant Covered Bridge, situated across Pidcock Creek in New Hope, feels like a preserved snapshot of vintage rural America, writes Claire Allard for the Family Destinations Guide. Nestled in Bucks County’s picturesque countryside, the crimson-coated wooden structure feels like a time portal disguised as architecture. It serves as a testament to craftsmanship from…
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Tanner Rouse, Delaware County’s New DA, Outlines His Goals
Tanner Rose will be sworn in as Delaware County’s new district attorney on Jan. 5. He replaces predecessor Jack Stollsteimer, who won a county judgeship in November. The 42-year-old has worked as Stollsteimer’s assistant since 2020. He will finish out the final two years of Stollsteimer’s term, writes Vinny Vella for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In…
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PBJ Recognizes Meridian Bank’s Christopher Annas as a 2025 Most Admired CEO
Christopher Annas was recently featured by the Philadelphia Business Journal as one of its 2025 Most Admired CEOs, and the recognition reflects a leadership story rooted in long-term vision, disciplined growth, and community commitment. As Chairman and CEO of Meridian Bank, Annas has spent more than 20 years building the institution from a startup into…
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After a Transformative Year, Valley Forge Casino Bets Big on 2026
The Valley Forge Casino Resort is setting its sights on a bigger, bolder future, says General Manager Martha Morales in a recent interview with Yogonet Gaming News. Morales reflected on a year defined by expansion, reinvention, and renewed momentum for one of Montgomery County’s most prominent entertainment hubs. In 2025, Valley Forge Casino Resort unveiled…
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Local Filmmaker Returns with Micro-Budget Comedy Set in West Chester
Independent filmmaker Michael Zolomij is coming back to West Chester with his latest short comedy film, Becoming The Man: A Prequel, an eight-minute exploration of joy, community, and the search for meaning set against the backdrop of beloved Hop Fidelity record store. The film serves as a prequel to Zolomij’s previous comedic short, RIP: Kevin…
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Circuit Trails Coalition Secures Funding to Bring Over 90 Miles of New Trails to Philadelphia, Surrounding Region
The Circuit Trails Coalition has recently obtained funding to support the development of up to 91 miles of new trails in Philadelphia and the surrounding region, with several projects already in progress, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS Philadelphia. Upon completion, the Circuit Trails in the region will stretch for more than 500 miles, connecting nine…
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$4M Listing for Modern Home on New Hope Canal Features Rooftop Deck
Designed by Doylestown-based Luce Architects and completed in 2022, a modern home along New Hope’s canal that has the town’s largest rooftop is listed for sale at $3.999 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Positioned beside New Hope’s trademark red wooden bridge, the residence covers 3,950 square feet with three bedrooms and…
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See What Elements Have Come Together to Make Media Thrive
Lisa Zahn thought it was time to reassess her life after her dad, Bill Reindl, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer a little over a year ago. The lifelong Delaware County resident and Garnet Valley High School graduate decided to pursue her dream of opening Glimmer, a boutique gift store. She chose W. State Street in…
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Associates Board Community Grants Announced by the Foundation for Delaware County
The Foundation for Delaware County recently announced $30K in grant awards to 12 area nonprofits through the Foundation’s second annual Associates Board Community Grants Program. The Associates Board of The Foundation for Delaware County is comprised of young professionals committed to making positive change in our county. “Serving on the Associates Board has been a…
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VondernLust: The Grange Estate is a 300-Year-Old Havertown Landmark Hiding in Plain Sight
I was born and raised in Haverford Township, and somehow it took me until my 40s to finally visit the historic Grange Estate. I’ve driven past it my whole life, but never stepped inside until recently. The first time I wandered onto the property while on a run, I felt like I’d stumbled into another…
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MLB Network Documentary Takes a Look at Phillies Great Mike Schmidt
A documentary on Phillies legend Mike Schmidt, “Michael Jack Schmidt,” aired Thursday night on the MLB Network taking viewers inside the emotional and on-field struggles Schmidt had living up to fans’ expectations, writes Gabriella Carroll for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Schmidt lived in Media Borough in a home he bought in November 1979, the year before…
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Weekend Wanderer: Two Christmases
Like most of us, I assume, I sometimes snuck into bed with my parents as a kid, after a nightmare or ghost story I couldn’t shake. I also had a tendency to sleepwalk right out the back door. But that’s a different story. I’d curl up, toasty and safe in my parents’ unwitting, dormant embrace. Eventually, Willie would awaken, or Indy would. They’d scoop me up,…
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Giant Closes Willow Grove Center as Strategy Shifts
Giant is shutting down a fulfillment center in Willow Grove and others as the grocery chain transitions away from centralized online order operations, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Willow Grove facility is among five Pennsylvania sites expected to close by the end of the first quarter of 2026, according to Giant parent…
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Chester County Goes Green with New Propane Bus Plan
Chester County is taking on an environment-focused action plan with the introduction of sixteen new propane buses for Chesco Connect, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The county is set to run sixteen new propane buses by February, with seven already in rotation. Chester County Department of Community Transit director Gene Suski shared that…
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How Did Philadelphia Beat Out 40 Other Locations for DrinkPak’s Newest Manufacturing Facility?
Philadelphia is the city that canned beverage company DrinkPak chose to build its new coast-to-coast manufacturing network, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In doing so, Philadelphia — specifically the Bellwether District in South Philadelphia — beat out more than 40 other markets and locations across the United States. As a result, Chicago-based…
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New Jersey Travel Company Relocates to New Headquarters in Fairless Hills
The New Jersey-based travel company Starr Bus Charter & Tours is relocating its headquarters to Fairless Hills on Jan. 5, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 78-year-old company will now be housed in a 22,000-square-foot space, formerly a car dealership and auto shop, at 394 Lincoln Hwy. Starr currently has 100 full- and part-time employees and…
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