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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7 Questions With Lydia Kirby, 2025 VISTA NextGen Superstar and Current WilmU Student
On May 8, Wilmington University (WilmU) graduate student Lydia Kirby was recognized as a 2025 VISTA NextGen Superstar at a reception held on the Penn State Great Valley campus in…
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St. Joseph’s Hires Former Penn Basketball Coach as Assistant Coach
Former Penn men’s basketball coach Steve Donahue has been hired by St. Joseph’s head coach Billy Lange and will join the staff as associate head…
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New Restaurant, Hidden Speakeasy Coming to West Chester from Dolce Zola Owners
A new restaurant with a hidden speakeasy is coming to West Chester from the owners of the town’s popular pasta bar, dolce Zola, writes Emma…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Supports Lifecare Services Foundation Awareness Week
Freedom Village at Brandywine recently participated in the Life Care Services Foundation Awareness Week, held from April 7-11, 2025. The LCS Foundation plays a vital…
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Now’s Your Chance to Volunteer for the 2nd Annual Delco Gives
Delaware County will celebrate the second annual Delco Gives, hosted by The Foundation for Delaware County (the Foundation), on May 8-9, 2025. With more than…
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Upper Darby Food Pantry Feeling Effects of Federal Funding Cuts
A $1 billion cut in assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture is impacting food help organizations in Delaware County, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS…
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Spring Is a Good Time to Start Perusing Local Farmers Markets
Farmers markets start with locally grown fruits and vegetables, add in fresh meats and cheeses, handmade and hand-grown products and feature live music from local…
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Widener Honors Winners of 14th Annual High School Leadership Awards
Widener University in Chester, in partnership with NBC10 and Telemundo62, today announced the winners of the 14th-annual Widener University High School Leadership Awards. There were…
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Pica’s in Upper Darby Is Relocating and Downsizing After 69 Years
Pica’s restaurant in Upper Darby is closing its location in the summer of 2025 after a 69-year legacy of serving its signature pan pizza and…
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Delco Gives Closing Celebration Will Again be at Rose Tree Park
Delaware County will celebrate the second annual Delco Gives, hosted by The Foundation for Delaware County (the Foundation), on May 8-9 2025. The closing celebration…
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Comcast Celebrates 2 New Xfinity Stores in Villanova, Springfield
Comcast was recently joined by the Main Line Chamber of Commerce and the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the opening of two Xfinity…
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Check Out These 3 Local Culinary Summer Camps Perfect for Kids
If you have a young aspiring chef at home, there are 19 culinary summer camps in Pennsylvania to check out, with three located in Delaware…
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People’s Choice Urgent Care in Upper Darby Fills Medical Gap
Drexel Hill native and Monsignor Bonner High School graduate Dr. Michael Whalen has opened a new urgent care business, People’s Choice Urgent Care, in Upper…
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Event Feb. 27 Focuses on Women in Business
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and the Delaware County Women’s Commission are presenting a Women in Business Networking Event: “Self-Made,” Feb. 27, 8 to…
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How Malvern’s Eerie History Makes for an Intriguing Tourist Destination
Malvern’s history makes it one of the most unconventional towns in Pennsylvania, writes Aunindita Bhatia for World Atlas. The borough’s history of wartime violence has…
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By Bus and at Parties, Delaware County Claimed Its Eagles Parade Stake
Rental buses and watch parties made sure that Delaware County had a piece of the action in Friday’s Eagles celebration parade, writes Madeleine Wright for…
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Co-Hosts Galentine’s Day
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry present Galentine’s Day, a women’s business networking event, on Feb.…
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Delco Natives Show Enthusiasm at ‘Delco: The Movie’ Media Premiere
Delaware County residents lined State Street outside of the Media Theatre in Media Borough on Friday night, Jan. 17, to witness the highly anticipated Delco:…
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