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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Episcopal Academy Grad Andrew McMeekin Breaking Records for Princeton Men’s Lacrosse
Andrew McMeekin doesn’t look like your typical faceoff specialist, and that’s exactly what makes him so hard to stop, according to Joseph Santoliquito from The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Delaware…
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Beyond the Barbecue: 7 Delaware County Places to Honor Veterans This Memorial Day
Every Memorial Day weekend, Delaware County empties out toward the shore. The traffic backs up on Route 1, the grills come out, and summer unofficially…
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Brookhaven Shop Makes List of 8 Best Hoagies Not in Philadelphia
It’s been said many times but not often believed. The best hoagies and cheesesteaks don’t all come from Philly. We know that because there’s a…
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Meet Sweat2Swim: The Delaware County Brand Blending Activewear and Swimwear into One
A Villanova graduate and former coach is turning a simple frustration into a fashion brand, and the industry is starting to take notice, reports Jenn Frederick…
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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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Delaware County Family’s Century-Old Photography Legacy Lives on in New Book by Kathleen McDevitt
A new book by Kathleen M. McDevitt begins with a promise and ends with a legacy that spans invention, war, and the quiet art of…
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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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2026 PGA Championship Kicks Off Philadelphia’s Most Ambitious Sports Tourism Year Ever
The 2026 PGA Championship has arrived at Aronimink Golf Club, and with it, what regional leaders are calling one of the most transformative sports tourism moments in…
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First Bank House of the Week: $5.5M Italianate-Style Mansion For Sale in Villanova
An Italianate-style home with six bedrooms and six full and two-half bathrooms is available for sale in Villanova. Set on 3.4 landscaped acres beside the…
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Lyme Disease Risk Is Rising in Delaware County and Southeast Pennsylvania. Here’s What You Need to Know
If it feels like tick season is starting earlier and hitting harder, you’re not imagining it. Health officials and researchers are warning that 2026 could…
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10 Local Businesses Chosen as 2026 PGA Championship Vendors
PGA of America’s VendorMatch program has selected 10 local businesses that will contribute products and services to the upcoming 2026 PGA Championship at the Aronimink…
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2026 PGA Championship Bringing Economic Boost to Delaware County
Businesses around Delaware County have been preparing for the 2026 PGA Championship in Newtown Square at Aronimink Golf Club, and the tourism expected to come with…
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Delco Gives 2026 Raises Record $2.8M: 13,000 Delaware County Donors Transform Nonprofits
Delco Gives 2026 has raised a record $2.8 million for Delaware County nonprofits thanks to more than 13,000 donors who came together in the third…
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East Lansdowne Police Department Uses AI to Break Language Barriers
To help break down language barriers, the East Lansdowne Police Department has begun to use new artificial intelligence technology, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. The department…
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3 Delaware County Towns Rank Among Nation’s Best Places to Live
Three Delaware County towns have found a spot on the best places to live in the United States, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business…
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Feeling Inspired by the PGA Championship? Visit These Public Delco Courses
With the 2026 PGA Championship around the corner, now is the perfect time to practice your swing, and luckily, some of the top public golf…
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Two Delaware County Restaurants Named Among the 76 Most Vital in the Philadelphia Region
Two Delaware County restaurants made it to The Philadelphia Inquirer’s new annual list of the 76 most vital restaurants in the Philadelphia region. The list…
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Brandywine Conservancy, Art Museum Undergoing $100M Expansion
The Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art will be undergoing a $100 million expansion on its Chadds Ford campus, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. …
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