• DELCO Careers – Boeing

    DELCO Careers – Boeing

    With a location in Ridley Park, Boeing is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, and satellites. Boeing has recently secured new contracts that will bring more jobs to Delaware County. Trade Control Specialist This position forms deep partnerships with stakeholders to understand their business strategies and provide regulatory guidance; evolves the…

  • Officials to Give Cheyney More Time After PASSHE Chancellor’s Comments Alarm University’s Supporters

    Officials to Give Cheyney More Time After PASSHE Chancellor’s Comments Alarm University’s Supporters

    Gov. Tom Wolf and leaders of the state university system have agreed to give embattled Cheyney University more time for its transformation efforts, writes Susan Snyder for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The decision was made during a meeting at Gov. Wolf’s Harrisburg office. It included the chancellor of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE),…

  • Our Picks: Best Headphones Under $100

    Our Picks: Best Headphones Under $100

    The headphone renaissance is booming and there are now a ton of models that sell for under $100 that offer better sound, looks, and durability than ever before. Finding the perfect fit for your needs can be tough. So I put together this value-packed list with the best cans under $100. Whether you are an…

  • DELCO Careers – Airgas

    DELCO Careers – Airgas

    Headquartered in Radnor, Airgas is the largest American distributor of industrial, medical, and specialty gases (delivered in packaged or cylinder form), and hard goods (welding, safety, and related products). Internal Auditor This position audits findings and recommendations contributing to improving the efficiency of operations; assists with conducting process/internal control reviews; conducts retail audits; and documents audit tests,…

  • Purses Full of Hope, Avenue Kitchen Team Up to Spread Hope on International Women’s Day

    Purses Full of Hope, Avenue Kitchen Team Up to Spread Hope on International Women’s Day

    In honor of International Women’s Day on March 8, Purses Full of Hope is teaming up with Avenue Kitchen in Glen Mills to celebrate women and offer hope to women in need. On Friday, Purses Full of Hope will be collecting gently used purses filled with toiletries and a personal message of hope to be…

  • Panel Discussion at Delaware County Community College to Address Hunger on College Campuses

    Panel Discussion at Delaware County Community College to Address Hunger on College Campuses

    Dr. Sara Goldrick-Rab, a renowned scholar-activist best known for her innovative research on food and housing insecurity in higher education, will moderate “America in Crisis: Finding Solutions for Hunger on College Campuses” on Thursday, March 28 at Delaware County Community College. The symposium is free and open to the public and will be held from…

  • In Era of Online Shopping, Local Grocery Stores Turn to Unorthodox Methods of Attracting Customers

    In Era of Online Shopping, Local Grocery Stores Turn to Unorthodox Methods of Attracting Customers

    In the era of online shopping, local grocery stores are turning to unorthodox methods of attracting more customers, including in-store dining, concerts, and various classes, writes Allison Steele for the Philadelphia Inquirer. About 10 years ago, Wegmans began hosting live music on Friday nights as a test. Now, this practice has spread to so many…

  • Philadelphia One of the Best Cities for Women in Tech

    Philadelphia One of the Best Cities for Women in Tech

    According to a new study recently published by fintech firm SmartAsset, Philadelphia is now the third-best city in the nation for women working in tech, writes Natalie Crane for Philadelphia magazine. The rankings were based on four factors: gender pay gap, women’s income after housing, percent of the tech workforce that are women, and percent…

  • DELCO Careers – Wawa

    DELCO Careers – Wawa

    Wawa, the beloved Delco-based chain of convenience stores with a highly passionate fan base, has more than 700 stores in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and central Florida, and is continuing to expand with new catering options. Fresh Channel Quality Assurance Professional This position performs FSQA and GMP operational inspections at Wawa key supplier…

  • Wilmington University Alumnus Inspires Second Chances for Ex-Offenders

    Wilmington University Alumnus Inspires Second Chances for Ex-Offenders

    By Dr. Ruth Norman Dr. Darrell Miller started his professional journey in financial and facilities management. But he discovered early on that the corporate life was simply not fulfilling, and he felt a need to use his talents to help disadvantaged people. This sense of mission initially led him to serve children with special education…

  • Check Out Where Delco Ranks Among Pennsylvania’s Counties for Redistribution of State Taxes

    Check Out Where Delco Ranks Among Pennsylvania’s Counties for Redistribution of State Taxes

    When it comes to the redistribution of state taxes, Chester and Delaware counties are among the counties that receive the lowest returns from grants and subsidies, writes Tom Ferrick Jr. for the Pennsylvania Capital-Star. There are many ways taxes collected by the state are returned to the counties they were collected from. Some pay for…

  • Wilmington University to Host All-in-One Open House at New Brandywine Campus on March 6

    Wilmington University to Host All-in-One Open House at New Brandywine Campus on March 6

    Wilmington University will host an All-in-One Open House at its new Brandywine Site, located at the intersection of Route 202 and Beaver Valley Road, across from the Concord Mall, on Wednesday, March 6 from 4-7:30 PM. WilmU’s Brandywine Site opened last month and provides residents of Chester and Delaware counties access to more than 150…

  • Coffee Bliss: 7 Paths to the Perfect Morning Cup

    Coffee Bliss: 7 Paths to the Perfect Morning Cup

    It is said that Thomas Jefferson once called coffee “the favorite drink of the civilized world.” I suspect he might have been right, especially seeing as how one feels so uncivilized before a freshly brewed cup in the early hours of the day. For me, the effect seems to bring all the seeming chaos and…

  • Deadline Nears for Applications to Youth Leadership Academy

    Deadline Nears for Applications to Youth Leadership Academy

    The Foundation of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and the Delaware County Workforce Development Board Youth Council are accepting applications for the 2019 Youth Leadership Academy. The three-day event – held from April 29 to May 1 at Neuman University – is designed to connect local 10th-graders with business, government, nonprofit, and media leaders.…

  • DELCO Careers – Neumann University

    DELCO Careers – Neumann University

    Founded and sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, Neumann University in Aston is a Catholic institution offering a wide range of degrees with a focus on serving both its students and the local community. Career Counselor This position works with the director and colleagues in the delivery of career-related programs and services; provides…

  • Nine Ways to Rock Jeans in the Workplace This Spring

    Nine Ways to Rock Jeans in the Workplace This Spring

    It’s just about time to put away your sweaters and pack up the cashmere. Spring is almost here! We often think of spring as the time for flowers and little birdies in their little baths. But the truth is spring is messy, especially for commuting professionals. Even if you drive to work, one must navigate…

  • Delco Christian, Radnor, Garnet Valley to Compete for Delco Hi-Q Championship

    Delco Christian, Radnor, Garnet Valley to Compete for Delco Hi-Q Championship

    Radnor High School recently earned a trip to the 71st Delco Hi-Q Championship with a semifinal win over host Penncrest and Haverford, the two-time defending champion. It was a close contest from start to finish with teams often separated by only one point. Haverford moved ahead late in the first half with 20 points, compared…

  • Two Local Businessmen Throw a Lifeline to Historic Nile Swim Club in Yeadon

    Two Local Businessmen Throw a Lifeline to Historic Nile Swim Club in Yeadon

    Mike Pearson and Sam Patterson, two local businessmen who grew up in near the historic Nile Swim Club, are helping to save the Yeadon landmark by pledging a donation of $130,000, writes Ryanne Persinger for The Philadelphia Tribune. The Nile opened in 1959 and was the first swim club in the nation owned and operated…