Delaware County
Delaware County, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant blend of history, nature, and culture. Founded in 1789, the county is a regional hub for education, economy, and community spirit.
Delaware County is home to various industries, including technology, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The county’s strategic location near major transportation hubs fuels its economic growth.
Delaware County is home to several colleges and universities, including Villanova University, Swarthmore College, and Delaware County Community College.
Community events, farmers’ markets, and local festivals add to the charm of the area. It’s a place where neighbors know each other, and community spirit is strong.
From the picturesque Ridley Creek State Park to the renowned Villanova University, the county offers something for everyone. It’s not just a place; it’s home.
Explore our archive of over 200 stories about Delaware County’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:
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Local Investors Complete Purchase of Closed Springfield Hospital
KQT Aikens Partners 2, a Delaware County investor group, has completed the purchase of the former Springfield Hospital for $1 million, according to KQT leader…
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Delco Volunteers Looking for Some Individuals to Step Up in 2026
Volunteers are fanning out across Delaware County this weekend as America250PADelco concludes National Volunteer Week April 19-25 with countywide events and a call to serve…
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Delaware County Entrepreneur Bill McKee Revives Baja Beach Club
Delaware County native and Sun Valley High alumnus William “Bill” McKee is reviving the Baja Beach Club brand with the opening of a Philadelphia venue…
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Search to Find Crozer-Chester Health Partner Could be Tricky
Chariot Allaire’s efforts to find one or more local nonprofits to run Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland will not be easy, writes Harold Brubaker for…
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Delco Does Hoagies Right: 4 Local Shops Make Philadelphia Magazine’s List of 25 Essential Stops
Here are four Delaware County locales that you can rely on for an outstanding hoagie experience, part of a list of 25 essential shops in…
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First Bank House of the week: Nearly New Upgraded Home for Sale in Garnet Valley
This is a rare opportunity to own a nearly-new, highly upgraded 6-bedroom, 5-bath home at 3155 Ridgeview Court in Garnet Pointe community, built in 2024…
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DCCC’s Natalia Rodriguez Lopez Receives $3,000 Scholarship, Named to National and Statewide Academic Teams
Delaware County Community College student Natalia Rodriguez Lopez of West Chester was selected from more than 2,300 nominees nationwide for the prestigious 2026 All-USA Academic…
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Delaware County Uses TikTok to Link Local Government and Residents
Delaware County has been launching informative and often entertaining TikTok videos to reach residents, thanks to a Delaware County millennial and Gen Z comms team.…
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The Wawa Statistic Nobody Believes, Until You Do The Math
Wawa says it serves 1 billion customers every year. When I ask people to guess that number, they always come in low. Way low. No…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Wins $3.6 Million in PENNVEST Funding for Lead Service Line Replacements
In a move to improve water infrastructure, Aqua Pennsylvania has been awarded a $3.6 million low-interest loan through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority for lead…
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Mobile Order Pickup Windows Replacing Wawa Drive-Thrus
Wawa is abandoning its drive-thru experiment, replacing it with mobile order pickup windows called Fly Thrus, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Delaware…
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Delaware County Poll Workers Banned From Election Prediction Markets
Poll workers in Delaware County are now banned from using prediction markets to bet on elections, writes Carter Walker for Votebeat Pennsylvania. The Delaware County…
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Wilmington University Law Students Launch Law Review
Wilmington University School of Law students have launched the Wilmington Law Review, a student-edited journal that published its inaugural volume on March 20, 2026. Bringing the publication…
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Toughkenamon Greenhouse Celebrates A Near Century of Vibrant Plant Growth
Whalen’s Greenhouses in Toughkenamon has been growing millions of plants for Philly-area retailers for nearly a century, writes J.F. Pirro for The Hunt. Set across…
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Two DCCC Students Named 2026 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Semifinalists
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation shares that Delaware County Community College students Paulina Jaus of Media and Fatumata Kaba of Folcroft are among the semifinalists for its highly competitive Cooke…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Employees Celebrate Earth Day with Tree Planting at Hildacy Preserve
Aqua Pennsylvania partnered with Natural Lands for an important floodplain restoration project along Crum Creek at Hildacy Preserve in Media, Delaware County. The event was…
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WilmU’s Longstanding Commitment to Online Learning
As a professional E-Learning Developer and Technology Consultant, Chanda Boone understands the value of online education, which is why she chose Wilmington University. From her home in…
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CCP Now Cardiology Walk-in Clinic Now Open in Springfield
In another response to Delaware County’s loss of urgent care facilities, a walk-in cardiology clinic has opened in Springfield, writes John George for the Philadelphia…
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