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Brandywine Students Serve Communities on Alternative Spring Break Trip
Eight Penn State Brandywine students traveled to Mechanicsville, Virginia, during spring break to participate in an Alternative Spring Break program, building affordable housing for families in the community in partnership with Habitat for Humanity. The trip marked the first Alternative Spring Break trip for the campus since 2016, reviving a tradition of service-focused travel for…
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Media, Swarthmore, and Four Neighbors Eye Regional EMS Fix After Crozer Closure
A new regional EMS authority for six Delaware County towns has been proposed, writes Torin Sweeney for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Delco Emergency Services Authority, or Delco ESA, would cover Media, Nether Providence, Upper Providence, Rose Valley, Rutledge, and Swarthmore. The six Delaware County towns are working together to form the regional authority. Property owners…
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CCRES in Chester County Is Launching Careers and Giving Back
At CCRES, success is measured by both career growth and the impact made in the community. More than 10,000 individuals have started their careers through the organization, supporting students and families across the greater Southeastern Pennsylvania area. Staff are selected not only for their experience, but for their compassion and ability to connect with children…
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Work to Get Underway on Delco Woods Development in Marple
A loop trail and restroom facilities are in the works for Delco Woods in Marple Township, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times . Council Vice Chair Christine Reuther announced last week that the county is moving ahead with an ADA-compliant half-mile paved Woodland Loop Trail that starts at the Reed Road parking lot.…
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Radnor’s Devan Kaney Is the Latest Sports Reporter to Be Let Go
Radnor native Devan Kaney has been let go at 94WIP-FM, where she served as a co-host of a morning talk show and as a sideline reporter covering the Philadelphia Eagles. She has been at the station since 2022, co-hosting WIP’s morning show along with Joe DeCamara and Jon Ritchie. Kaney took over as the station’s…
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VISTA Careers – CCRES
CCRES is hiring professional staff to work in schools, in the home, and in the community as they help children and adults challenged by autism, mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and physical disabilities. CCRES joined up with the Chester County Intermediate Unit in 1999 to meet a need for behavioral health services for children in Chester…
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Ben Affleck Pays a Visit to Swarthmore’s Luna’s Mexican Grill
Two-time Oscar winner Ben Affleck capped off a tour of Swarthmore College on Friday with his 17-year-old child, Fin, by getting a bite to eat at Luna’s Mexican Grill in Swarthmore, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Restaurant owner Cristina Luna Ramirez was able to sneak in a selfie with Affleck during his visit,…
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With Warmer Months, Safe Harbor Reflects on Lifesaving Winter Efforts
As temperatures begin to rise across Chester County, Safe Harbor of Chester County is reflecting on the critical role it played during this winter’s Code Blue months—providing safety, shelter, and care during some of the most dangerously cold nights of the year. Beginning with an early November cold snap, Safe Harbor activated Code Blue operations…
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VISTA Careers: Freedom Village at Brandywine
Find your Freedom Village career at Freedom Village at Brandywine, a Life Plan Community in West Brandywine, that has served seniors for more than 25 years. Freedom Village provides active senior living with resort-inspired services, amenities, social activities, chef-prepared cuisine, and on-site care that includes personal care, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation services. Be…
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New Aston Ambulance Authority Benefits 4 Delaware County Towns
With the launch of the Aston Ambulance Authority last week, four Delaware County communities now have access to 24/7 paramedic service, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. A total of 17 paramedics, an EMS chief, and a medical director were sworn in on March 24, launching a new model for lifesaving paramedic services that…
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VISTA Careers: CCRES Mental Health Technician
CCRES is hiring a part-time, dedicated Mental Health Technician to provide intensive, child-centered therapeutic services in the home and in community settings. This position supports students in developing motivation, adaptive skills, and coping strategies to improve school attendance and success. The successful candidate will serve clients through the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) Advanced Clinical…
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From Banner Towing to Eagles Playoff Shows: Verge Aero’s Drone Evolution
From its humble beginnings flying banners in 2015, Philadelphia’s Verge Aero now produces dazzling drone light shows, including the memorable Eagles playoff display, writes Holly Quinn for Technical.ly. When the company first started, even getting a handful of drones into a flying formation was a challenge. “We started a company just thinking about automation,” said…
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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 Journal. Niche recently released its latest annual rankings, based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the FBI, the Department of Education, the IRS, and other sources. To determine the…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Residents Raise $4,330 From ‘Guys and Dolls SR’
Residents at Freedom Village at Brandywine took center stage on March 6 and 7, premiering their sixth resident-produced musical, Guys and Dolls SR, and raising $4,330 to support employee scholarships and community outreach efforts. Directed and produced by Freedom Village residents Fran and Maggie Doyle, the performances featured resident cast members, many of whom had little to no prior stage experience before auditioning.…
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Logistics Center Proposed for Former Tank Farm in Darby Township
A four-building, 1.3-million square-foot logistics center is being proposed on the edge of Delaware County in Darby Township, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Stream Realty Partners out of Dallas is proposing a warehouse development on 106 acres off Calcon Hook Road at the former Darby Creek Tank Farm oil storage site owned by…
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Ellis Preserve Developer in Newtown Square Eyes Multifamily Properties
An affiliate of Equus Capital Partners, the Newtown Square developers behind the Ellis Preserve, is in the process of raising a $600 million fund to invest in multifamily properties, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. Equus Multifamily Partnership L.P. has so far raised $34.3 million. The fundraising began in the first week of March,…
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Safe Harbor to Host Conference on Innovative Solutions for Community Needs
Safe Harbor of Chester County will host Innovative Solutions for Stronger Communities: Addressing Complex Needs Together on April 9, 12:30 PM, at The Desmond Hotel, 1 Liberty Blvd. in Malvern, bringing together community leaders, service providers, and system partners for an afternoon of collaboration and learning. Registration is currently open for those interested in being part of this important…
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Rahel Solomon, CNN Anchor and Delco Native, Is Leaving the Network
Archbishop Prendergast graduate and Delaware County native Rahel Solomon is leaving her position at CNN as an early morning program anchor, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. “I have decided that this will be my last week at CNN,” Solomon said before signing off from “Early Start with Rahel Solomon.” “More to come…
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