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Plan for Condos Stirs Debate in This Delco Borough
A proposed condominium project in Swarthmore has led to discussions over what the borough’s downtown should be, writes Owen Mortner for the Swarthmore Phoenix. Local developers Bill Cumby and Don Delson present plans tonight to the Swarthmore Planning Commission to demolish the Cella Building and a second building at 110-112 Park Avenue and put up…
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Relaxation Room Helps WCU Students Alleviate Stress as They Prepare for Final Exams This Week
From a global pandemic to upcoming final exams and commencement in December, and just about everything in between, stress continues to loom large for many students. With this in mind, two students from West Chester University’s Honors College, Mary (Molly) Parkes and Courtney Purdy, decided to use their honors capstone project to put the “chill”…
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WCU Recognized for Sustainability by Princeton Review and Sierra Club
After WCU moved up to silver designation in 2020 under the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), it may not come as a surprise that the university continues to be part of two notable sustainability lists — both of which include institutions…
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East High Students Organize Silent Auction Dec. 16 to Benefit Home of the Sparrow
Three seniors from East High School in West Chester have organized a silent auction fundraiser Thursday, Dec. 16, to benefit Home of the Sparrow in Exton. Home of the Sparrow provides support for single women and mothers who are in danger of losing their homes in Chester County. It offers housing services and creates a…
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Neumann University Hosts Free Technology Classes for Seniors
Neumann University is hosting free technology training classes being offered by Senior Lift, a nonprofit organization that has been teaching technology skills to seniors for 12 years. It has recently opened its programs to the unemployed and underemployed. Classes include Smartphone Basics, Computer Basics, and introductory sessions on Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows 10, PowerPoint, Google…
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How’s This for Fresh? New Pizza Delivery Service Bakes the Pie on Its Way to Your Home
When it took two hours for a pizza to arrive one night, Adam Chain of Radnor knew a new business model was needed when it came to delivering pizzas, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. What he came up with was Muncho.com, a company that offers a hot pizza within 10 minutes. The trick…
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December is National ‘Write a Business Plan’ Month. Now Learn How to Write One
Now you can learn about the key components of business plans in this free on-demand course from SCORE and write your plan for success. The importance of planning should never be overlooked. For a business to be successful and profitable, the owners and the managing directors must have a clear understanding of the firm’s customers,…
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The Secret’s Out: Winery in Glen Mills a Charming Place for Dinner
There’s a somewhat secret hideaway at the Grace Winery in Glen Mills where you can enjoy a surprisingly affordable dinner in a charming, historic home in the middle of the Brandywine Valley, reports Main Line Tonight. The dining room at Grace Winery has an elegant dining room with limited seating for dinner served only on…
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P.I.T. in Media Hosts Dec. 11 Virtual Open House for Those Curious About the School
The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in Media is hosting a virtual Open House Saturday, Dec. 11, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for anyone who would like to find out more about the school. Your education at P.I.T. is all about your success — with outstanding professional programs; small, personalized classes; a caring, mentoring faculty,…
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Find the Ideal Holiday Gift at Dunwoody Village’s ReSale Shop in Newtown Square
With the holiday shopping season upon us, the Dunwoody Village Resale Shop is open for all of your shopping needs. The shop is open to the public and is a great place for special deals on home décor, clothing, jewelry, furniture and more. The shop is open Mondays from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Proceeds…
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Penn State Brandywine Students Attend Off-Campus Retreat on Global Citizenship
Four Penn State Brandywine students recently attended A Taste of GELE (Global Engagement and Leadership Experience), a one-day, off-campus retreat on global citizenship. They joined 22 other students from Penn State Abington, Berks and Lehigh Valley at the Oct. 23 session. A Taste of GELE is a spinoff of the Global Engagement and Leadership Experience,…
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‘Casa Pacifica,’ a Slice of the Mediterranean in Newtown Square, Heads to Auction
The Mediterranean-style villa, “Casa Pacifica,” at 100 Springhouse Lane in Newtown Square has been on and off the market at least six times since July 2012, writes Kennedy Rose for Philadelphia Business Journal. The home features design elements from Italy and Spain. It has six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and three half bathrooms. Its highest asking…
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VISTA Careers: Pennsylvania Institute of Technology
The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in Media, founded in 1953, is a two-year accredited, private non-profit college offering an education for those looking for career development and advancement, college transfer opportunities, and personal growth. The following positions are available at the Pennsylvania Institute of Technology: Dean of Academic Affairs The college dean is the chief…
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A New Community’s Coming to Edgmont, and It’s Got All the Amenities
The Caswell at Runnymeade, a new multi-family community, is being built in Edgmont. GMH Communities, a Newtown Square real estate firm, has broken ground on two four-story buildings that will contain 249 units. The development is east of Ridley Creek State Park, minutes from West Chester Pike. It is a joint venture partnership with AEW…
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WCU’s Wells School of Music Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Annual Holiday Program with Dec. 11 Concert
West Chester University’s Wells School of Music celebrates the 100th anniversary of the annual Holiday Program with a celebratory concert on Saturday, Dec. 11 at 3 PM in the 1,200-seat Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, located in the Philips Memorial Building at 700 South High Street. Associate Professor and Associate Director of Choral Activities Ryan…
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WCU, United Way of Chester County Coordinate Holiday Diaper Drive Through Dec. 17
West Chester University’s Community Mental Health Services (CMHS) has partnered with United Way of Chester County to host a Holiday Diaper Drive now through Dec. 17. Members of the community are asked to donate diapers to children and families in need in Chester County. Donations can be made Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to…
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U.S. News and World Report: Dunwoody Village Makes ‘Best Nursing Home’ List
Dunwoody Village has been recognized by U.S. News and World Report as a Best Nursing Home for 2021-22. According to the US News Ratings, the William Hood Dunwoody Care Center has a rating of “High Performing” – the highest possible rating – for both its short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The U.S. News badge is…
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