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FROM CHESCO: Dance Popularized by Paoli Resident Transcends the Boundaries of Time
Some dance moves have come to define certain eras in American history, but the most popular dances seem to transcend the boundaries of time. The Twist, popularized by Paoli resident Chubby Checker, is one of those dances, perhaps on a par with the Jitterbug, Charleston, or YMCA. “The Twist” was originally released in 1959 by…
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Alumnae to Mark Centennial of Long-Gone Ellis College
Former students of the closed Ellis College in Newtown Square will gather there this weekend to relive a special time in their lives. The college, known 100 years ago as the Charles E. Ellis College for Fatherless Girls, closed in the late 1970s, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ellis College was started…
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Lansdowne Theater the ‘Last of Its Breed in Philadelphia Area’
The Lansdowne Theater hopes to return to its glory days, even as other grand theaters from Hollywood’s heyday are converted or demolished, according to a Movers & Makers segment at WHYY. The theater is part of a concentrated effort to preserve the rich architectural legacy of the community. That effort has already helped restore the…
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Retired Minister Settles in Media, Replaces Pulpit with Information Desk at the Kimmel Center
Media resident Bob Boell, a retired minister, has replaced his pulpit with an information desk at the Kimmel Center, where he greets and provides information to visitors every Friday afternoon, writes Ruth Rovner for the Daily Times. Fridays are particularly busy as the Philadelphia Orchestra usually has a matinee concert at 2 PM, with many…
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Vietnam POW from Upper Darby Commemorates Anniversary of His Homecoming
U.S. Air Force Capt. Ralph Galati of Upper Darby observed the 46th anniversary of his homecoming as a Vietnam prisoner of war by helping unveil a POW/MIA Chair of Honor at Rothman Institute’s Bryn Mawr office, writes Ronnie Polaneczky for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Capt. Galati, who was held captive for 406 days before his release,…
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One-Armed Grandfather Clock at Delaware County Historical Society Offers Glimpse into the Past
A tall grandfather clock with one arm that is on display at the Delaware County Historical Society gives a glimpse into the days when having accurate time was not as important, according to a report from the Delaware County News Network. The longcase clock was donated to the Society by Mary Mendenhall Brazer in the…
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New Book Tells Story of Hidden Lives at Famous Ardrossan Estate in Villanova
Janny Scott, the daughter of Robert Montgomery Scott, has written a new book on hidden lives behind the walls of the famous Ardrossan estate in Villanova, writes John Timpane for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The Beneficiary: Fortune, Misfortune, and the Story of My Father is based on the diaries of Scott’s father, who was the grandson…
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Investigative Reporter Donates Research on Burglary of FBI Office in Media to Swarthmore College
Investigative reporter Betty Medsger, the first journalist to report on files stolen from an FBI office in Media nearly a half-century ago, has donated her research to Swarthmore College, writes Kevin Tustin for the Daily Times. Medsger, who was a Washington Post reporter at the time, was one of the five people who received copies…
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Andrew Wyeth Found the Inspiration, Privacy He Needed in Chadds Ford
Andrew Wyeth, one of the nation’s most renowned 20th-century artists, found inspiration and much-needed privacy in Chadds Ford, writes Suman Gupta for the Daily Excelsior. Many of the artist’s most important works were painted in his Chads Ford studio. While Wyeth always sought and achieved independence in his work, he was also closely tied to…
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Remaining Beastie Boys Tell Their Story to Captivated Audience in Upper Darby
Fans of the Beastie Boys recently gathered at Upper Darby’s Tower Theater to hear the remaining members, Michael “Mike D” Diamond and Adam “Ad-Rock” Horovitz, tell the “Beastie Boys Story,” writes Shaun Brady for the Philadelphia Inquirer. From the start of the performance, which was directed by Spike Jonze of Being John Malkovich fame, the…
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Essington Man Creates Art by Hand-Crafting Unique Wooden Bicycles
Joseph LaVallee is creating art by hand-crafting unique bicycles out of wood in his Essington workshop, according to a report from Fox 29. So far, LaVallee has used repurposed wood to create three different kinds of bicycles and is now working on his fourth. “These are really made as art; they are eye-catching,” he said.…
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Avian Subculture Comes to National Wildlife Refuge in Tinicum
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge in Tinicum, a well-established spot for bird lovers, recently welcomed members of the avian subculture: birdpunk, writes Steve Neumann for the National Audubon Society. While birding and punk may seem like a strange combination, for people like Tony Croasdale, who led a visit to Delaware County, it’s a natural fit.…
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Photo Project Offers Intimate View of Late Architect Known as the Father of Modern Philadelphia
The Ed Bacon Photo Project, an online catalogue created by the Fisher Fine Arts Library at the University of Pennsylvania, offers an intimate view of the inspirations of the renowned city planner and architect known as the father of modern Philadelphia, writes Michael Bixler for Hidden City Philadelphia. The collection contains more than 5,000 research…
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Remembering Three Mile Island 40 Years After the Meltdown
This week marks four decades since the partial meltdown at Three Mile Island in Dauphin County that caused the worst nuclear accident the nation has ever seen, writes Ron Southwick for the Harrisburg Patriot-News. The events on March 28, 1979 left an indelible mark on Pennsylvania. At the time, 144,000 people evacuated from the area…
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Media Honors Its Late Resident Who Was a Key Figure in Korea’s Fight for Independence
Media Mayor Bob McMahon honored the borough’s Korean connection with a proclamation for the 100th anniversary of the March First Movement and formation of the First Korean Congress, writes Susan Serbin for the Daily Times. “On March 1, 1919, 33 core Korean independence activists signed the Korean Declaration of Independence from Imperial Japan in the…
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Radnor Resident, School Counselor Publishes Humorous Book of Tips for Middle Schools Parents
Radnor resident Andy Mullen, a Tredyffrin/Easttown School District counselor, has published Middle Schooled: Parenting Tips and Reminders to Keep You Smiling, a humorous guide for parents of children in middle school, writes Max Bennett for Patch. The book is a compilation of Mullen’s observations, insights, and advice for parents. It is based on e-mail messages…
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Renowned Social Activist, Cheyney Grad Authors Book on Nonviolent Campaigning
George Lakey, a Cheyney University graduate and veteran of social activism, is in Pittsburgh for a book discussion and workshop, writes Bill O’Driscoll for 90.5 WESA, Pittsburgh’s NPR News Station. A life-long activist, Lakey was arrested for the first time in 1963, during a civil rights demonstration. Two years later, he published his guide book…
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Historical Marker to Honor Upper Chichester Native, Pioneer in Women’s Medicine
Dr. Anna Broomall, a pioneer in the field of women’s medicine, made a huge impact on both obstetrics and the history of Delaware County, according to a report for the Delaware County News Network. While studying at the Women’s Medical College of Philadelphia, the Upper Chichester native was one of nine women attending lectures at…
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