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Holy Family University Reveals Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Three star athletes, a title-winning coach, and an NCAA Tournament team will join the Holy Family University Athletics Hall of Fame in 2026. Pat Fallon, Danielle McDevitt, Chase (Wassel) Dalessandro, coach Mike Biddle, and the 2018 volleyball team will formally be inducted in a ceremony on April 16. “We are so excited to induct another incredibly talented…
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TruMark Financial, TruMark Financial Cares Foundation Contribute $24K to Support Local Food Pantries
TruMark Financial Credit Union recently extended extra support to local organizations to enhance hunger-relief initiatives across our region, including: In addition to efforts made by the credit union, the TruMark Financial Cares Foundation announced the result of its Fight Hunger Campaign, raising $3,604.50 from donors. With the foundation’s dollar-for-dollar match, the campaign generated a total of…
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DelVal Receives Healing the Planet Grant to Support Student-Led Tree-Planting Initiative on Campus
To encourage the planting of more trees in local communities, Delaware Valley University has received a $4,000 Healing the Planet grant from The GIANT Company and Keep America Beautiful. The grant supported an environmentally positive, student-led tree-planting initiative on campus, led by faculty member Joe Theesfeld and his Basic Plant Management course, which consists primarily…
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Citadel Credit Union Issues Final Call for Nominations for Citadel Heart of Learning Awards
As students and teachers head back to classrooms after the holiday break, there’s a renewed focus on the educators who keep schools moving forward, often with limited resources and little recognition. That’s why Citadel Credit Union is issuing a final call for nominations for its Citadel Heart of Learning Awards, a long-running program that provides direct…
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Who’s Shaping the Future of Chester County? Nominations Still Being Accepted for VISTA NextGen Superstars
The start of a new year is the perfect time to pause and reflect on what lies ahead — and who will help shape it. In Chester County, VISTA Today is ensuring that reflection takes a very public form. Through its VISTA NextGen Superstars program, VISTA Today is spotlighting for the seventh consecutive year the…
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Registration Now Open for DelVal’s KidsU! and InspireU! Summer Camps
Delaware Valley University’s KidsU! camps and InspireU! pre-college summer programs are set to return in 2026, with camps beginning June 15 and running through Aug. 7. DelVal will offer more than 90 weeklong camps for kids ages 5 to 18, running from 9 AM to 3 PM, with optional extended early or after care available.…
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Why Resolutions Fail — and What Actually Works
Every January, millions of people declare resolutions with the best of intentions. “This year, I’ll get organized.” “I’ll stop procrastinating.” “I’ll exercise every day.” The energy is real, the desire for change is sincere, and the commitment feels strong. Yet by February, most resolutions have quietly dissolved. People blame themselves for lacking discipline, motivation, or…
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Local ‘Nonprofit Whisperer’ Named to Board of Directors at Family-Owned Boscov’s
East Goshen Township resident Bob Madonna has spent much of his career helping nonprofits find clarity, stability, and strong leadership. Now, that work is extending into the retail sector, with one of the most popular department store chains in the Mid-Atlantic region. Madonna, the Managing Partner of Diversified Services LLC and a longtime nonprofit advisor,…
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Registration Now Open for Spring 2026 Courses from DelVal’s Center for Learning in Retirement
Delaware Valley University has opened registration for Spring 2026 courses offered through its Center for Learning in Retirement (CLR). This spring, CLR is expanding flexibility for participants by offering in-person, online, and hybrid courses, allowing registrants to learn from where they are most comfortable. CLR operates on a rolling registration systems with no deadline to…
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How a Network of Trails Became One of the Region’s Biggest Success Stories
The year 2025 was marked by moments that dominated headlines and conversations nationwide — from TikTok nearly being banned and the viral Coldplay concert clip, to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting engaged, to an American being elected as the head of the Catholic Church. Across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, the year brought its own…
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Lead with Your Head and Heart When Giving This Holiday Season
Now is the time of year when many people choose to give back to support the causes closest to them. Unfortunately, it’s also the time of year when scammers look to exploit your generosity, taking funds away from those in need to line up their own pockets. Avoiding Scammers This time of year, you’ll likely…
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Understanding the New IRS Electronic Payment and Refund Mandate for Trusts and Estates
On March 25, 2025, Executive Order 14247 was issued, requiring that all federal payments, including tax payments to the IRS, be made via electronic funds transfer (EFT). This mandate is part of a broader government initiative to modernize payment systems and reduce reliance on paper checks. The IRS is required to cease issuing paper checks…
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Cold Weather Tips: PECO Shares Seven Ways to Save Energy and Money
With the current cold snap and several inches of snow in the Philadelphia area, we’re all likely to see the impact of colder weather and increased usage on our upcoming bills. PECO recognizes concerns about increasing costs and the economic challenges many are facing right now, and we want to make certain customers not only…
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DelVal Student Takes the Field at Eagles Game Through Internship Experience
Delaware Valley University turf management student Connor Esbenshade had a unique, behind-the-scenes role during a recent Philadelphia Eagles game, assisting on the field by pulling up the net for extra points each time the team scored. Esbenshade, a senior, is currently completing a six-month internship under Tony Leonard, Director of Grounds at Lincoln Financial Field.…
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IRS Announces 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustments
The IRS recently released a list of 2026 cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) that include increases to qualified transportation fringes, increases in contribution limits for multiple types of health savings accounts, and more. These changes fall under Revenue Procedure 2025-32, 10-9-25 and also include changes made for tax year 2025 by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act…
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Opinion: Pennsylvania Supreme Court Hearing Marks Turning Point in Skill Games Battle
When the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania convened recently to hear oral argument over the legality of Pace-O-Matic’s (POM) so-called “skill games,” the Justices asked a fundamental question: Is it legal to give people the opportunity to gamble in this Commonwealth? Over the course of the hearing, the Justices repeatedly pressed POM’s attorney on why these…
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DelVal Partners with Gritty to Launch Non-Credit Medical Sales Leadership Certificate
Delaware Valley University and Gritty have entered into a new partnership that brings together industry-driven professional training and the academic excellence of a nationally recognized institution. Through this collaboration, the two organizations are launching a new non-credit certificate in medical sales leadership. The Medical Sales Leadership Certificate equips learners with the practical skills, industry exposure,…
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Citadel Credit Union Contributes More Than $550,000 to Community Organizations in 2025
In one of its largest community investment years yet, Citadel Credit Union directed more than $550,000 and extensive volunteer support in 2025 to organizations working to strengthen prosperity and well-being across Greater Philadelphia. Citadel partnered with more than 30 organizations and participated in 121 community events, with employees contributing 2,000-plus volunteer hours. More than 300…
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