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More Than a Mall: 7 Reasons Why the King of Prussia Mall Thrives While Other Regional Malls Struggle
Across the country, shopping malls are fighting for relevance. Once-busy corridors and courtyards now sit quiet. Anchor department stores have vanished. In many communities, the…
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Delaware County Community College and Partners Unite to Build America’s Shipbuilding Workforce
As the United States works to strengthen domestic shipbuilding capacity and maritime competitiveness, two federally funded workforce initiatives are demonstrating how national collaboration can support…
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Widener University Honors Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green With 2026 Eckard Award for Distinguished Service
At Widener University, two employees who have spent a combined three decades quietly making the institution stronger were recognized this year with the university’s highest…
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Tutors to Teachers: WilmU and Reading Assist Turn Classroom Dreams Into Reality
For those who are passionate about helping children succeed, becoming a teacher is a meaningful next step. Wilmington University, in partnership with Reading Assist, is helping to create a clear and accessible…
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How Three DCCC Students Helped Preserve Community History and Found Their Calling in the Process
When Delaware County Community College Professor Tanya Gardner asked for volunteers in her Interpersonal Communication class, she wasn’t just filling slots for a library event.…
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WilmU One on One: Dr. Joshua Patterson Discusses WilmU’s New College of Sciences and Engineering
With the launch of its new College of Sciences and Engineering, Wilmington University is taking a bold step toward preparing students for the rapidly evolving demands of today’s…
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“Make a Left at the Airplane”: The Story Behind Penndel’s Most Iconic Landmark
For decades, one phrase instantly told people they were in Lower Bucks County: “Make a left at the airplane.” Long before GPS, nearly everybody knew…
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Wawa Ranked in Top 30 on Forbes’ 2026 List of America’s Largest Family Businesses
Wawa has secured its spot among the most powerful family-owned companies in the country, and for anyone who has ever made a late-night hoagie run…
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44 Dogs Rescued from Broomall Home Now Recovering at Brandywine Valley SPCA
Dozens of dogs rescued from horrific conditions inside a Delaware County home are on the road to recovery at the Brandywine Valley SPCA in New…
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Libertyliner 250: A Proposed High-Speed Train Would Connect Philly to D.C., NYC Faster Than Ever
A proposed high-speed rail service could significantly transform travel along the Northeast Corridor this year, writes Bridget Gleeson for the Islands. The Libertyliner 250 concept…
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Fort Washington’s Acts Retirement Teams Up With Arcadia University on Employee Career Training
A new workforce training partnership between Arcadia University and Acts Retirement-Life Communities will give more than 8,600 employees access to career-focused education designed to meet…
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Philadelphia Raises $2.17 Billion in Venture Capital in Q1 of 2026, But How Much Will the Region Actually See?
Philadelphia saw $2.17 billion in venture capital investments in Q1 of 2026, which would be the third highest quarterly total on record. While the venture…
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A Bench for the Ages: Celebrating Community, Conservation, and Shared Milestones
General Recreation Inc. has donated a memorial bench to Upper Merion Township in honor of two milestones: the 250th Anniversary of the United States and…
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The Philadelphia Region Is Now an Easy Place to Catch a Cruise
No longer will local travelers have to haul themselves up to New York or down to Baltimore to catch a world-class cruise. The Norwegian Cruise…
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A 30-Year Journey: Gregory Shank is Named New Managing Partner of Maillie LLP
Gregory Shank didn’t just land the top job at one of the region’s most respected accounting firms. He’s been building toward it for more than…
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Mermaid Park Playground: A Destination for Nature-Inspired Play
It Started with an inspired idea Mermaid Park in Whitpain Township represents a landmark achievement in community-centered, nature-inspired play design, one that General Recreation is…
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Philadelphia Opens Norwegian Cruise Lines to Northeast Customers
Norwegian Cruise Line is betting that its new PhilaPort Cruise Terminal in Tinicum will bring customers from the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, writes Emma Dooling for…
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Wilmington University to Host All-Day Open House with Online and In-Person Options on May 6
Thinking about going back to school or starting something new? Wilmington University is opening its doors — both virtually and in person — for a…




















