Marple
Marple, a township in Delaware County, had a population of 23,743 in the 2020 census.
Located just 15 miles from Philadelphia, it offers a suburban atmosphere, excellent schools, and convenient access to major highways and shopping centers.
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Marple Newtown Teacher Tops in the Nation, Wins Milken Educator Award
Marple Newtown School District teacher Elizabeth Landes has been named a winner of the Milken Educator Award, the “Oscars” of teaching, writes Maddie Hanna for…
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Latest Proposal for Don Guanella Tract in Marple Calls for 141 Homes
There is a proposal to build 141 homes on the site of the former Don Guanella School in Marple, writes Kevin Tustin for the Daily…
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Seven National Night OUt Events in Delco Aug. 6 Focus on Safe Neighborhoods
Seven police departments in Delaware County are hosting events at this year’s annual National Night Out Aug. 6. This community-building campaign, held the first Tuesday…
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Epic Little League Jump By Broomall 9-Year-Old Makes SportsCenter Top 10
Nine-year-old Shaun Kemble of Broomall was on second. His teammate Brennan Gallagher was on first. Jack Bramhall was on third. Aidan Matthews was up to…
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Across Pennsylvania, Communities Voted to Turn On the Taps
In some Pennsylvania communities, alcohol is still the devil’s drink and bars are an unnecessary evil. But with Election Day came an opportunity to turn…
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Three Towns Get Voter OK on Liquor Sales, Bond OK’d for Elwyn Land Buy
Voters in Aldan, Lansdowne and Marple all said ‘yes’ to allow liquor sales in their communities, writes Kevin Tustin for the Daily Times. Unofficial results…
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Liquor in Lansdowne? Voters Will Decide
Voters in Lansdowne Borough will mull over whether to allow beer, alcohol and hard liquor into their community when they vote in the May 21…
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Rebirth in Marple Newtown: Splash Swim Club Opening
The Marple Newtown Swim Club, forced to close in 2017, has been reborn under a new name–Splash Club LLC, writes Pete Bannan for Daily Times.…
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Marple Voters to Decide if Township’s Liquor Laws Will Be Expanded
Following a successful petition signed by thousands of Marple residents, voters will get to decide if the township’s liquor laws will be expanded during the…
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Fight Over Don Guanella Property to Continue into 2019
The fight over the future of the former Don Guanella Village in Marple is poised to continue into the New Year, writes Kevin Tustin for…
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Neglected African-American Cemetery in Marple Township May Finally Get Historical Recognition
Some forgotten African-American cemeteries in the region are about to get historical recognition, thanks to a pair of new statewide programs, writes Kristin Holmes for…
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Dispute over Few Acres Endangers One of Delco’s Last Remaining Open Spaces
A dispute over acres of Archdiocese land in Marple Township between the developer and residents is endangering one of the few open spaces in Delaware…
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Marple Newtown Grad’s Upbringing Inspires Memorial for United Flight 93’s Heroes
Paul Murdoch, an architect and graduate of Marple Newtown High School, found inspiration for the Tower of Voices memorial in his local upbringing, writes Tommy…
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Another Year Brings Another Tax Increase in Most School Districts in Delaware County
Property owners in most school districts in Delaware County have seen their school taxes rise once again, increasing bills by an average of $100, writes…
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Marple Newtown Grad Helps Celebrities Recapture the Spotlight Through Boxing
Broomall native Damon Feldman, a Marple Newtown High School graduate, helps celebrities recapture the spotlight through boxing, writes Susan Rosenbluth for the Jewish Link of…
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Golfer from Newtown Square Becomes Delaware County Community College’s First All-American
Thomas Weir, a Business Administration major at Delaware County Community College, placed fifth at the National Junior College Athletic Association Division III Men’s Golf Championship…
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Marple Residents Surprised as Archdiocese’s Land to Be Developed ‘No Matter What’
At last week’s meeting of around 100 Marple Township residents, Peter Miller, president of Carlino Commercial Development, made it clear that the company will be…
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Celebrity Boxing Promoter, Marple Newtown Grad Pens Book on His Life and Career
Broomall native Damon Feldman, a former professional boxer and a celebrity boxing promoter, has written a book, The 16 Minute Man, that is a collection…
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