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Brandywine Valley SPCA Rescues Nearly One Hundred Neglected Animals from Townhome
The Brandywine Valley SPCA has saved nearly one hundred vulnerable animals in a recent rescue operation, writes Mike Rellahan for The Daily Local News. The SPCA rescued ninety-eight animals from deplorable conditions in a Delaware townhome serving as an at-home “animal shelter.” Cats, dogs, and other small animals were held in cramped and dirty conditions…
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Pair of Twins Celebrate Their Cheyney University Graduation as Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Twin sisters Tia and Jasmin Cross recently celebrated their graduation from Chester County’s Cheyney University with some of the university’s highest honors, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. The twins graduated as valedictorian and salutatorian from Cheyney’s Class of 2026. Tia was honored as the former, and Jasmin as the latter. Both twins majored in Business…
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Paoli’s Bloom Sanctuary is Changing What Pregnancy Care Looks Like
Nearly every pregnant woman is told some version of the same thing: the aching pelvis, the shooting sciatic nerve, the grinding SI joint. That’s just pregnancy. Wait it out. It’ll pass after the baby comes. Dr. Brandie Keates has spent more than two decades refusing to accept that answer. “Common does not mean inevitable, and…
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Lyme Disease Risk Is Rising in Chester County and Southeast Pennsylvania. Here’s What You Need to Know
If it feels like tick season is starting earlier and hitting harder, you’re not imagining it. Health officials and researchers are warning that 2026 could be one of the worst tick seasons southeastern Pennsylvania has seen in years, as warmer winters and earlier spring temperatures create ideal conditions for ticks to survive and spread, writes…
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Handi-Crafters Taps Former QVC Host Dan Hughes to Expand Disability Employment Opportunities
Former QVC host Dan Hughes has joined Handi-Crafters Inc., a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities through vocational training and employment opportunities. In his role as Sales and Business Development Representative, Hughes will help expand regional and national business partnerships that support meaningful employment opportunities for more than 200 individuals annually throughout Chester County and…
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365 Days Sober: How Safe Harbor of Chester County Helped Nina Rebuild Her Life After Homelessness
A year ago, Nina had lost almost everything. When she arrived at Safe Harbor, she was homeless for the first time in her life. She was carrying layers of trauma that left her feeling lost, overwhelmed, and disconnected. She struggled with strained relationships, hidden substance abuse, and loss. Nina questioned her own worth and whether…
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‘A Clear Signal of What Eastern Stands for’: University Exceeds Fundraising Campaign’s $30 Million Goal
A successful fundraising campaign at Eastern University is opening new doors for students while reinforcing the university’s commitment to faith, education, and community impact. Eastern’s “A Time to Rise” capital campaign, which began its public phase in May 2024, has exceeded its $30 million fundraising goal, raising a total of $30,029,132. The milestone is a…
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Curious About the Skilled Trades? DCCC to Host Try a Trade Day on May 26
There’s more than one path to a successful career, and for many people, skilled trades and advanced manufacturing offer opportunities that are hands-on, rewarding, and in high demand. That’s exactly what Delaware County Community College’s Try a Trade Day is designed to showcase. On Tuesday, May 26, from 10 AM-2 PM, DCCC will open the…
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Inside Philadelphia’s Fleer Factory: The Rise and Fall of Olney’s Baseball Card Empire
For several decades, manufacturing company Fleer helped define generations of Philadelphians, as well as a prominent industry, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Founded in Philadelphia in 1885, Fleer would later become a cornerstone of the city’s baseball card industry, printing its first baseball cards in 1923. Its productions included a 1986 Michael Jordan…
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6 Bucks County Bars Where Everybody Knows Your Name
Some bars in Bucks County have a guy. You know the type. He sits in the same spot every Thursday, knows the bartender’s kids’ names, and has been coming in long enough that his usual gets poured before he asks. He is not famous. He is just a regular. And without him, and the dozen…
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Where Traditional Healthcare Lacks, Downingtown Nonprofit Supports Families of Color with Postpartum Care
Downingtown nonprofit The 4th Trimester MOMMIE is dedicated to supporting families and mothers of color during the vulnerable postpartum period, writes Jade Pennyman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Founded by nurse Talonda Rogers, the nonprofit identifies and treats pregnancy-related symptoms through physical and mental health assessments, support groups, educational clinics, and therapeutic services. 4th Trimester providers…
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When a Child Is Struggling, Parents Need Support, Too
If your child is struggling emotionally, behaviorally, socially, or academically, chances are your attention has gone entirely to them. You may be coordinating evaluations, sitting in school meetings, managing therapy appointments, researching symptoms late at night, and trying to keep daily life moving at the same time. Most parents instinctively focus on the child first.…
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Ursinus College Launches Global Learning Program Backed by $2 Million in Alumni Support
Ursinus College is preparing to send students far beyond the boundaries of its Collegeville campus, and alumni are already investing heavily in the vision. The Montgomery County college has officially launched Go Global, a new tuition-inclusive initiative that will give sophomore students the opportunity to participate in immersive domestic and international learning experiences beginning in…
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PECO Secures $8.9 Million in Savings for Natural Gas Customers
PECO natural gas customers will receive $8.9 million in relief on their natural gas bills following the successful resolution of a multi-year federal pipeline rate case that would have instead increased natural gas transportation costs, which would impact the supply portion of a customer’s bill. The collective actions of PECO and parent company Exelon will…
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Historic Rock Ford Leads Lancaster’s Role as an America250 Epicenter
As the nation gears up to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence, one historic site in Lancaster is stepping into the spotlight as a key “epicenter” of the celebration: Historic Rock Ford. Tucked just beyond downtown and surrounded by the natural beauty of Lancaster County Central Park, Historic Rock Ford is more than a…
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Philadelphia Hotels Not Seeing Many Bookings From World Cup Hype
Despite the hype surrounding the FIFA World Cup coming to Philadelphia, there hasn’t been much of a spike when it comes to hotel bookings in the city, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS Philadelphia. According to a recent member survey report from the American Hotel & Lodging Association, roughly 75 percent of Philadelphia-area respondents said hotel…
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Brad Ingelsby Talks ‘Task,’ ‘Mare of Easttown,’ and Possible Crossover
In a recent interview, critically acclaimed filmmaker Brad Ingelsby spoke about the future of the Delco-centered hit shows Task and Mare of Easttown, writes Kevin P. Sullivan for Gold Derby. Competing with Sunday night football and lacking the murder mystery that Mare brought to the table, it took some time for Task to find its footing when it first released. While its debut had lower ratings…
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Carversville Inn Named a Must-Visit Boutique Hotel by Travel + Leisure
A 212-year-old building in one of Bucks County’s smallest villages has landed on the national radar, earning a featured review by Regan Stephens in Travel + Leisure after a years-long transformation into a boutique hotel and restaurant. The Carversville Inn, located in the heart of the tiny village of Carversville, not far from New Hope,…
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