Delaware County
Delaware County, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant blend of history, nature, and culture. Founded in 1789, the county is a regional hub for education, economy, and community spirit.
Delaware County is home to various industries, including technology, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The county’s strategic location near major transportation hubs fuels its economic growth.
Delaware County is home to several colleges and universities, including Villanova University, Swarthmore College, and Delaware County Community College.
Community events, farmers’ markets, and local festivals add to the charm of the area. It’s a place where neighbors know each other, and community spirit is strong.
From the picturesque Ridley Creek State Park to the renowned Villanova University, the county offers something for everyone. It’s not just a place; it’s home.
Explore our archive of over 200 stories about Delaware County’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:
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Women’s Resource Center in Wayne Marks 50 Years of Service to Community
The Women’s Resource Center in Wayne recently celebrated 50 years of service across the region, helping women rebuild their lives after losing their spouse through…
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With Impending Closure of Valley Forge Military Academy, Questions Arise Over Future of Its 70-Acre Campus
With Valley Forge Military Academy closing at the end of the academic year, questions have arisen over its 70-acre campus, which could represent a real…
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Wawa Loses Top Spot, Ties with Rival Sheetz for Second in Annual Customer Satisfaction Report
Delaware County-based Wawa dropped one spot in the American Customer Satisfaction Index Convenience Store Study, now tying with rival Sheetz for second place, writes Emma…
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Passions Rise Over Local Eateries in Delco Restaurant Review Facebook Group
Delco Restaurant Review is a Facebook group with roughly 42,000 members where locals can discuss Delaware County eateries, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. It…
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Prospect Medical Bankruptcy Motion States Potential Abandonment of Medical Properties
Prospect Medical Holdings submitted an emergency bankruptcy motion last week, stating it plans to abandon Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Springfield Hospital in Delaware County unless…
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Abby’s Law, with E-Scooter Restrictions, Introduced in the Pennsylvania Senate
Delaware County State Sen. Tim Kearney introduced legislation Tuesday in the Pennsylvania Senate that would prohibit children under the age of 16 from riding e-scooters.…
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Odor Alert. Delaware County’s Smelling Bad Again
The authorities have been alerted. The county’s 911 center received multiple reports about a gas odor that has returned to Delaware County. The county’s Emergency…
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New Garden Township Meeting Highlights Accessible Housing Solutions
Creating and sustaining accessible housing is a key priority for leadership in New Garden Township, writes Richard L. Gaw for Chester County Press. At a…
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3 Delaware County Colleges Make U.S. News & World Report National Lists
Delaware County colleges and universities once again made the cut on a new 2026 ranking of the nation’s top colleges from U.S. News & World…
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Summer Internships in a Range of Fields Position DCCC Students for Career Success
Working in fields ranging from Science to Government to Manufacturing, more than 25 Delaware County Community College (DCCC) students gained invaluable experience this summer in…
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Three Collar Counties Putting Local Protections on LGBTQ Residents
Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester counties are moving to shield their LGBTQ residents from discrimination at the local level, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. …
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‘BeVisionary’ Breaks From Impersonal Dating Apps, Brings In-Person Events to Singles in Area
BeVisionary aims to remove the impersonal feel of dating apps and replace it with in-person parties and events for singles in Chester and other collar…
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Freedom Village Celebrates World-Class Dining with Promotion of Gilles Moret
Freedom Village at Brandywine has become known throughout Chester County as a haven for seniors who seek comfort, security, and apex care in their retirement…
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DCCC Partners with Kelleher Family on $250K Match Challenge to Support New Southeast Center in Drexel Hill
When Andrew Kelleher of Newtown Square decided to take an Emergency Medical Technician training course at Delaware County Community College (DCCC), he took time to…
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Granite Run Promenade in Media Active with Health Centers, Food Hall
New luxury apartments being built at the Promenade at Granite Run in Media will also have two health centers opening in the next few months…
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Local Investors Up to the Challenge of Bringing Taylor Hospital Back
A flag flies once again at Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park, closed since April 25. New investors with Delaware County roots intend to make the…
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Protestors Arrested After Sit-In at Crozer-Chester Medical Center
A Crozer-Chester Medical Center sit-in protest on Monday morning led to the arrest of eight people, writes Sarah Gantz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A rally…
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Pica’s Last Upper Darby Dine-in Day Is Now Only Weeks Away
The shutdown of Pica’s Restaurant at 7803 West Chester Pike in Upper Darby is continuing in early fall, with the last day for dine-in Oct.…
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