• Philly’s ‘Skinny Joey’ Merlino Opening Cheesesteak Shop in Boothwyn

    Philly’s ‘Skinny Joey’ Merlino Opening Cheesesteak Shop in Boothwyn

    Just a year after opening his South Philadelphia cheesesteak shop, “Skinny Joey” Merlino is launching new locations at the Jersey Shore and Delaware County, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer.   According to his partner, Joe “Lil’ Snuff” Perri, the new Wildwood boardwalk location will be opening shortly after Memorial Day.  Perri discussed that the boardwalk location will…

  • S&T Bank Branch Manager Maintains Commitment to Community

    S&T Bank Branch Manager Maintains Commitment to Community

    S&T Bank branch manager Ratnam Rakesh and his team are always ready to lend a hand whether you are a new customer or have stepped through their doors many times before. For over 120 years, S&T Bank has been committed to personal banking and helping customers meet their financial goals. The bank’s strength lies in…

  • Delco Deli Creates Sandwich Celebrating Its Role in ‘Mare of Easttown’

    Delco Deli Creates Sandwich Celebrating Its Role in ‘Mare of Easttown’

    You’re watching the action on HBO’s hit series, Mare of Easttown. You’re listening for the accent. Now, you can taste the sandwich, writes Hannah Kanik for PhillyVoice. Don’s Deli & Catering, located at 1509 Meetinghouse Road in Boothwyn, was one of the filming locations for the series. The deli created a hoagie to mark the…

  • Remains of Delco Marine Killed in WWII Finally Laid to Rest at Arlington National Cemetery

    Remains of Delco Marine Killed in WWII Finally Laid to Rest at Arlington National Cemetery

    A soldier from Gardendale, a neighborhood in Boothwyn, who was killed on a small island during World War II will finally be laid to rest in Arlington Cemetery, reports CBS Philly and the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. Marine Corps Reserve Pfc. Michael Kocopy was 20 years old when he was killed on Nov. 20, 1943. He…

  • Delco Residents Get an Eyeful of Hollywood as HBO Series Films Locally

    Delco Residents Get an Eyeful of Hollywood as HBO Series Films Locally

    Delco residents are spotting some celebrities in town, reports Alex George for FOX 29. Kate Winslet and Evan Peters are starring in the HBO series Mare of Easttown, and a crew has been filming around Delaware County and Philadelphia. One of their locations was Boothwyn, and Don’s Deli was able to get in on the…