• Your SBA Loan Questions, Answered by First Bank

    Your SBA Loan Questions, Answered by First Bank

    Small business owners exploring financing options often have questions about SBA loans — how they work, what they can be used for, and whether their business qualifies. First Bank’s SBA lending team has compiled answers to some of the most commonly asked questions to help business owners make informed decisions. Q: What are SBA loans?…

  • Twenty-Three Lamb McErlane PC Attorneys Named 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

    Twenty-Three Lamb McErlane PC Attorneys Named 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

    Congratulations to twenty-three Lamb McErlane PC attorneys who have been recognized as 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. Eighteen attorneys were named 2026 PA Super Lawyers and five Rising Stars. The elite Super Lawyer ranking is based on peer recognition and professional achievement. This distinction reflects Lamb McErlane’s dedication to delivering exceptional client service…

  • Delaware County Community College and Partners Unite to Build America’s Shipbuilding Workforce

    Delaware County Community College and Partners Unite to Build America’s Shipbuilding Workforce

    As the United States works to strengthen domestic shipbuilding capacity and maritime competitiveness, two federally funded workforce initiatives are demonstrating how national collaboration can support this critical industry. On May 5, leaders from Delaware County Community College, Hanwha Philly Shipyard Incorporated (HPSI), and the Massachusetts Maritime Academy convened at DCCC’s Marple Campus and at the…

  • Chester County Futures Launches ‘Level Up’ Career Development Series for Students and Young Professionals

    Chester County Futures Launches ‘Level Up’ Career Development Series for Students and Young Professionals

    Landing an internship, securing a first job, or making a strong impression in today’s competitive job market requires more than technical knowledge. It takes confidence, communication skills, and the ability to clearly articulate your value to employers. To help students and emerging professionals build those skills, Chester County Futures has launched Level Up: Professional Edge…

  • Voices in Action: How One Hospital Team Is Helping Shape Patient Care at Chester County Hospital

    Voices in Action: How One Hospital Team Is Helping Shape Patient Care at Chester County Hospital

    At Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital, some of the most meaningful insights begin with the voices of patients and families. Their firsthand experiences help guide changes that make care compassionate, coordinated, and effective. That is where the Patient and Family Advisory Committee (PFAC) plays a vital role. The PFAC at Chester County Hospital is a…

  • Montgomery County Is America’s Next Great Tourism Destination — And the 250th Is Just the Beginning

    Montgomery County Is America’s Next Great Tourism Destination — And the 250th Is Just the Beginning

    Montgomery County has long been one of the Mid-Atlantic’s best-kept secrets. But as the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the region is stepping firmly into the spotlight — and it’s bringing bald eagles, steam locomotives, and a World Cup watch party with it. The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board made that case…

  • Tutors to Teachers: WilmU and Reading Assist Turn Classroom Dreams Into Reality 

    Tutors to Teachers: WilmU and Reading Assist Turn Classroom Dreams Into Reality 

    For those who are passionate about helping children succeed, becoming a teacher is a meaningful next step. Wilmington University, in partnership with Reading Assist, is helping to create a clear and accessible path to the classroom.  An Accessible Path to a Teaching Career  The Tutors to Teachers Delaware program addresses two critical needs: supporting students in the classroom today and preparing the next…

  • 13 MacElree Harvey Attorneys Named to 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

    13 MacElree Harvey Attorneys Named to 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

    MacElree Harvey is proud to share that 13 attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. These prestigious designations, awarded by Thomson Reuters, recognize outstanding professional achievement and peer recognition. No more than five percent of attorneys in each state are selected for Super Lawyers, and no…

  • The Book Shop That Makes You Say ‘Wow’ Is Now Officially One of Philly’s Best

    The Book Shop That Makes You Say ‘Wow’ Is Now Officially One of Philly’s Best

    Wellington Square Bookshop, tucked inside Eagleview Town Center in Exton, just earned Best of Philly honors for Best Bookstore and Best Place to Buy a Gift — and if you’ve ever been, you already know why. A Neighborhood Gem Gets Regional Recognition For years, Wellington Square Bookshop has been the kind of place people stumble…

  • How Three DCCC Students Helped Preserve Community History and Found Their Calling in the Process

    How Three DCCC Students Helped Preserve Community History and Found Their Calling in the Process

    When Delaware County Community College Professor Tanya Gardner asked for volunteers in her Interpersonal Communication class, she wasn’t just filling slots for a library event. She was, unknowingly, changing the career trajectories of three of her students. The assignment brought students Katy Gallagher, Paulina Jaus, and Taya Vietro to Ardmore Library for Community Scanning Day…

  • Helping Hunger: How One Chester County Teen Turned Childhood Compassion Into Nearly 80,000 Pounds of Food Donations

    Helping Hunger: How One Chester County Teen Turned Childhood Compassion Into Nearly 80,000 Pounds of Food Donations

    What started as a simple act of kindness from a four-year-old boy has grown into a powerful annual tradition helping thousands of neighbors across Chester County. The Chester County Food Bank recently welcomed back longtime supporter Dylan Houck for his annual Helping Hunger Food Drive — a community effort that has now collected nearly 80,000…

  • WilmU One on One: Dr. Joshua Patterson Discusses WilmU’s New College of Sciences and Engineering 

    WilmU One on One: Dr. Joshua Patterson Discusses WilmU’s New College of Sciences and Engineering 

    With the launch of its new College of Sciences and Engineering, Wilmington University is taking a bold step toward preparing students for the rapidly evolving demands of today’s STEM workforce. Designed to break down traditional academic silos and foster interdisciplinary collaboration, the College reflects how science and technology intersect in real-world careers. Helping lead this initiative is Dr. Joshua Patterson,…

  • Hankin Group Celebrates Grand Opening of Ann’s Heart Purcell House in Phoenixville

    Hankin Group Celebrates Grand Opening of Ann’s Heart Purcell House in Phoenixville

    A newly renovated transitional housing property in Phoenixville is helping expand long-term emergency housing options for individuals and couples experiencing homelessness. Hankin Group recently celebrated the grand opening of Ann’s Heart Purcell House, a renovated three-story property that will allow Ann’s Heart to increase its housing capacity and provide supported transitional housing for up to…

  • Delco Gives Back — and ChesPenn Health Services Feels the Love

    Delco Gives Back — and ChesPenn Health Services Feels the Love

    Delaware County showed up for ChesPenn Health Services during Delco Gives, the county’s largest annual celebration of generosity, held May 6-7. The county-wide giving movement unites donors, nonprofits, and neighbors around a shared belief: that strong communities take care of their own. For ChesPenn, participation in Delco Gives is both a fundraising opportunity and a…

  • West Chester University to Host International Marching Band Championships During America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration

    West Chester University to Host International Marching Band Championships During America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration

    As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary in 2026, West Chester University will welcome an international showcase of music, culture, and competition when the World Association of Marching Show Bands (WAMSB) brings its 250th USA Championships to John A. Farrell Stadium on Wednesday, July 1. The highly anticipated event will feature elite marching bands…

  • Delaware County Community College Student-Athlete Fatumata Kaba Wins National Championship in Triple Jump

    Delaware County Community College Student-Athlete Fatumata Kaba Wins National Championship in Triple Jump

    Delaware County Community College student-athlete Fatumata Kaba of Sharon Hill made school history after winning the women’s triple jump national championship at the 2026 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division III Outdoor Track and Field National Meet, held May 7-9 in Utica, N.Y. The Academy Park High School graduate became just the second national…

  • Easttown Library Puts a Book in Every Newborn’s Hands Through Paoli Hospital Partnership

    Easttown Library Puts a Book in Every Newborn’s Hands Through Paoli Hospital Partnership

    A baby born at Paoli Hospital this year might go home with more than a onesie and a car seat. Thanks to Easttown Library’s Leeper Literacy Initiative, more than 1,000 newborn families will now receive a board book — and the tools to start reading from day one. The Berwyn-based library recently donated 1,025 board…