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Local Politicians Reach Across the Aisle to Introduce Legislation to Eradicate Puppy Mills
State Sen. Andy Dinniman, a Democrat, has introduced bipartisan legislation with Sen. Tom Killion, a Republican, that would put an end to puppy mills, according to a report from the Daily Local News. The bill is named Victoria’s Law in honor of a 10-year-old German Shepherd that survived a puppy mill after being rescued by…
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A Model of Lifelong Learning: Students Like This Are the Reason WilmU Caters to Working Adults
By Bob Yearick Go to the word “perseverance” in your dictionary. Is there a picture of Wendy Harris there? No? Well, there should be. At last May’s Wilmington University commencement, Harris received a B.S. in Education Studies after an eight-year academic odyssey. Along the way, she overcame sickness, divorce, the challenges of technology, financial problems,…
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DELCO Careers – Delaware County Intermediate Unit
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit provides services, such as special education and staff development programs, to all the school districts in Delaware County, including nearly 70,000 school-aged students and more than 6,000 educators. Teaching and Learning Specialist This position develops and coordinates curriculum, instruction, and assessment initiatives focused on literacy and the humanities; manages training…
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As State’s GOP Chief, Val DiGiorgio Presents Strategy for Trump’s Re-Election in 2020
Val DiGiorgio, the former chairman of the Chester County GOP and the current leader of Pennsylvania’s Republican Party, has presented his plan for Donald Trump’s re-election in 2020, writes Holly Otterbein for Politico. DiGiorgio recently met with President Trump’s re-election campaign for the first time since the GOP lost several Senate, House, gubernatorial, and state…
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DELCO Careers – Neumann University
Founded and sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, Neumann University in Aston is a Catholic institution with a focus on serving both its students and the local community. Director of Enrollment Information Systems This position oversees all reporting, data analysis, decision support, and predictive modeling in support of the strategic enrollment plan; ensures…
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Anonymous Donation of $500,000 Establishes Interest-Free Loans for Local Federal Employees
An anonymous donor has made a $500,000 donation to the Hebrew Free Loan Society of Greater Philadelphia for interest-free, short-term loans to federal employees in the Philadelphia area affected by the government shutdown, writes Diane Mastrull for the Philadelphia Inquirer. To qualify for the Federal Worker Emergency Relief Loan established by the donation, recipients must…
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Sen. Bob Casey Ends Speculation on Potential Presidential Run
U.S. Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania stated last week that he would not run for president in the next election, thus ending months of speculation, writes Jonathan Tamari for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The Democrat issued a lengthy statement on his decision, listing many of the issues that led him to consider a bid for the…
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High-Speed Rail Service, Hyperloop Between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh Still Not Ruled Out
While there are still no concrete plans for high-speed rail service between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, the interest in one remains, writes Colin Deppen for The Incline. According to Amtrak, it currently takes an average of seven hours and five minutes for a passenger train to travel between the two cities. According to a study done…
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Legacy of Pioneering Work by Wallingford-Born Architect Lives on in Rose Valley
The legacy of the pioneering, but mostly forgotten work of Wallingford native William Price, who reshaped architecture, continues to live on in nearby Rose Valley, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. According to cultural and architectural historian George Thomas, Price invented what became Art Deco. “Everyone still calls it Art Deco, but it was…
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Haverford, Penncrest, and Strath Haven High Schools Earn Delco Hi-Q Wins
Haverford High School recently hosted Valley Forge Military Academy and Sun Valley High School for the season’s ninth Delco Hi-Q contest. Haverford, the two-time defending champions, is looking for a three-peat this season. The Fords dominated the first two categories and picked up two bonus points from the other team’s missed questions. Valley Forge threatened…
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Delaware County Community College Grad a Key Member of Penn’s Athletic Department
Hosting an athletic event at the University of Pennsylvania is a large undertaking, one coordinated by Berwyn native Mike Martin, the director of gameday operations at Penn, writes Greg Johnson for Penn Today. Martin and his team need time to prepare everything, from building concession and merchandise stands to ticketing. According to Martin, who holds…
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DELCO Careers – Wawa
Wawa, the beloved chain of convenience stores with a highly passionate fan base, has almost 800 stores in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Central Florida, and is continuing to expand with new catering options. Loss Prevention Investigator This position identifies areas of risk and makes recommendations for upstream process improvement to prevent future losses;…
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John C. Bogle, Founder of Vanguard and Fierce Advocate for Investors’ Rights, Dies at 89
John C. Bogle, the founder of Vanguard Group and a fierce advocate for investors’ rights who revolutionized retirement savings, has died at his home in Bryn Mawr at the age of 89, write Jason Zweig and Sarah Krouse for The Wall Street Journal. Bogle achieved legendary status in the national investment community by introducing the…
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Delco the Only Community College to Receive Governor’s Grant to Combat Campus Sexual Assault
Delaware County Community College is one of 38 colleges, and the only community college, to receive a 2018-19 grant from It’s On Us PA. The college was awarded $26,732.43 through the Pennsylvania Department of Education to help combat campus sexual assault. “The It’s On Us grant will not only help raise awareness about sexual assault…
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DELCO Careers – Five Star Senior Living
Five Star Senior Living, a national healthcare and senior living provider that offers high-quality service and care with the warmth and hospitality of home, has several facilities in the region. Five Star focuses on developing its residents’ intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual health through its Lifestyle 360 program. Licensed Practical Nurse (Devon) This position…
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Community YMCA, Upper Darby Community Outreach Corporation to Host Unity Celebration on MLK Day
The Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County, in partnership with the Upper Darby Community Outreach Corporation, invites you to attend the 18th annual Unity Day Celebration in honor of the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The event is on Monday, Jan. 21 from 8-9:30 AM at the Corporate Events Center at…
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Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station May Retain Its Iconic Split-Flap Sign
The iconic split-flap sign at the 30th Street Station in Philadelphia could avoid being digitized and may use a new split-flap schedule board instead, writes Darryl Murphy for WHYY. U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle has been at the forefront of the efforts to save the sign after Amtrak planned to replace it with a digital board.…
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Penn State to Trademark Its Moniker to ‘Make Sure It’s Not Used for Nefarious Purposes’
Penn State has filed a trademark with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to put the official stamp on its longstanding, yet unofficial moniker “Happy Valley,” writes Susan Snyder for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The term has been linked to Penn State since the 1950s but started to become widely used in the late ’60s. According…
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