Tag: 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 14,000 stories about Delaware County’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:

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Delaware County Leadership: U.S. Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon

U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, who represents Pennsylvania’s 5th congressional district, a district that includes much of Delaware Couty, a small section of…

college campus with cybersecurity program.Education

Cheyney University Creates Workforce Development Program to Elevate Diversity in Cybersecurity

Cheyney University has launched a Workforce Enhancement Network in Cybersecurity program to provide students with mentorship and on-the-job training in one of the…

The historic Woodburne Mansion at Little Flower Manor Park in Darby Borough.Architecture

Woodburne Mansion in Darby 'Mothballed' While Council Looks at Options

It’s still unclear what should be done with the 1906 Woodburne Mansion in Darby Borough so Delaware County Council has decided to preserve the…

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Southeast PA Regional COVID Testing Site Comes to Mercy Fitz in Yeadon Next Week

Starting early next week, Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Yeadon will be the site of a Southeast regional high-volume COVID-19 testing site, it was…

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The 50 Most Beautiful Colleges in America Includes 1 from Delaware County

As one of the nation’s older communities, Delaware County hosts unique and historic buildings, many of them found at places like Swarthmore College.

One…

Delaware County Councilman Kevin Madden, left, and council Chairman Brian Zidek.Government & Politics

County's 2022 Budget Passes With No Tax Increase, Reduction Voted Down

The good news is there’s no tax increase in Delaware County’s $353 million 2022 budget.

But you won’t get a reduction, writes…

The emergency room at Riddle Hospital in Media.Healthcare

Delaware County Hospitals Now 'At Capacity' From COVID Spread

Rising COVID-19 cases in Delaware County means all of the county hospitals are now at capacity, writes Kathleeen E. Carey for the Daily Times…

Councilman Richard Womack Jr. at the swearing in ceremony Jan. 3.Government & Politics

Historic Event Brings the Most Diverse Delaware County Council Ever

It was a day of firsts on Jan. 3, 2022, at the swearing-in and reorganization sessions of the Delaware County Council.

By the time…

Dr. Myron E. Resnick.Healthcare

Dr. Myron E. Resnick, Delaware County Cardiologist, Dead at Age 89

A Delaware County cardiologist who founded Marple Medical Associates in 1968 in Broomall died Dec. 7 in Bryn Mawr. He was 89, writes Stacey Burling…

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DELCO Today Hits 1 Million Page Views in 2021

DELCO Today is proud to announce that it has hit 1 million-plus page views for 2021.

We would like to thank our loyal readers…

Fanta, a Delco Dawgs foster pup.Pets

Seeking a Solution for Stray Dogs and Cats in Delaware County

Delaware County has no countywide animal shelter, so there’s no place for strays found out on the street, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY.

Not…

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Ding Dong! LinkedIn Calling, Copyright Tips, & Other Bell Trivia

Ding Dong! LinkedIn Calling! LinkedIn just added a bell feature. Read on for terrific tips about music for videos, copyright, and other bell trivia. Learn…

A graph showing the number of new cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County since the pandemic started in March 2020.Healthcare

New York Times: COVID-19 Resurges in PA, Delco at 'Very High Risk' for Unvaccinated

COVID-19 is resurging once again in Pennsylvania, pushing the number of confirmed cases in Delaware County up and keeping it at a very high…

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Hun, Get to Know Aunt Mary Pat, Delco’s (and Montco’s) Favorite Relative

Aunt Mary Pat is thrilled to start her Merry Friggin Christmas Tour!

She’s sarcastic. She’s funny. She has to go to the Ack…

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Delaware County Leadership: Coach Dick Vermeil

Dick Vermeil, the legendary football coach and Chester County resident who led the Philadelphia Eagles to Super Bowl XV, spoke with DELCO Today about growing…

George Panco of Ridley has his custom-made flag at the shore.Travel

Ridley Man Brings Paradise to Beach With His Own Beach Flag

People at Wildwood have discovered that beach flags are a terrific way to express themselves, writes Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Take Ed Panco…

vaccine bottle and a needle for someone to be vaccinated.Healthcare

Nearly Three-Quarters of Delaware County Residents Fully Vaccinated

Delaware County reached another milestone at the end of September when nearly three-fourths of eligible Delaware County residents became fully vaccinated for COVID-19…

The wilderness of the John Heinz Wildlife RefugeEnvironment

John Heinz Wildlife Refuge in Tinicum Gets $1.5M Restoration

For decades, 150 acres of the Henderson Marsh at the 1,200-acre John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge has been nothing but big piles of…