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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The Crossover Is a New Food Sensation at PhastBreak Cheesesteaks in Springfield
Two Delaware County businessmen have brought a new food combination to Springfield—the Crossover, reports Bob Kelly of Kelly Drives on Fox 29 Philadelphia. Bill McKee…
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Eastern University Launches Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology
Eastern University has launched an innovative new Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology. This program is a full “four-fields” degree, including cultural, biological, archaeological, and linguistic…
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See How Philadelphia Compares to Surrounding Counties, U.S. When It Comes to FCC Complaints
Philadelphians are keeping the Federal Communications Commission less busy with complaints than its suburban neighbors and most of the rest of the country, writes Matthew…
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Gazzos Steaks 90 Days Away From an Expected Opening in Haverford
Gazzos Steaks hopes to open its new takeout location in the Ardmore section of Haverford Township within the next 90 days, writes Max Bennett for…
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World Market Opens Location in Downingtown with Rave Reviews
World Market opened in Downingtown on Oct. 23, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Located at Brandywine Square at 1050 E. Lancaster Ave.,…
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Delaware County High School Celebrates 75 Years of Being On the Air
A Delaware County high school radio station has the distinction of being the longest-running public high-school radio station in the country. Haverford High’s WHHS went…
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Oliver Heating & Cooling Gets Boost from Firstrust Bank and Eagles as Winner of Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight
Firstrust Bank and the Philadelphia Eagles have announced that Oliver Heating & Cooling is the winner of the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a new program…
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With Sales Up, Wawa Is Taking Over More of the Region’s Grocery Retail Business
Wawa and Wegmans had the biggest increase in sales last year among grocery retailers in the Philadelphia region, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Philly LGBTQ+ Activist Mars Sharrock of The Wardrobe Named to ‘Out 100’ List
Mars Sharrock, the program director at local nonprofit The Wardrobe, was named to this year’s ‘Out 100’ list, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. The…
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Brookhaven’s Family Hope Center Shelter Can Stay Where It Is
Brookhaven Borough Council has decided that the Saint Joseph’s Family Hope Center doesn’t have to move, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The Center is one…
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When Wawa Arrives in Kentucky, It’s Bringing Along 1,400 Jobs
Wawa’s expansion beyond Delaware County is not only bringing its localized brand to other parts of the country, it’s creating jobs along the way. The…
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Jim and Mia Cassady Are Bringing Pickleball Centers to Delaware County
Glen Mills native Jim Cassady has given up his job in digital marketing at Bristol Myers Squibb so he can saturate Delaware County with pickleball…
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Despite Being Sent Home, Malvern Contestant on ‘Golden Bachelorette’ Delights in ‘Successful Journey’
Malvern contestant Charles Ling was sent home from The Golden Bachelorette last week but despite fans’ sadness, Ling said he leaves with a different form…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Hosts Third Annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Freedom Village at Brandywine recently hosted its third annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s, a significant community event aimed at raising awareness and funds for the Alzheimer’s Association.…
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Investors Open First Federal Donuts and Chicken Radnor Restaurant
Federal Donuts and Chicken has opened its first brick-and-mortar Delaware County location in Radnor, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The 1,250 square-foot space…
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New Historical Marker in Springfield Honors First Woman to Practice Law in Pennsylvania
The new Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission historical marker recently unveiled and dedicated in Springfield honors attorney Caroline Burnham Kilgore, the first woman to practice…
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Bryce Harper’s Love for Philly Culture and Wawa Got Him in Trouble with MLB
Bryce Harper is known for his love of all things Philly, including the local favorite grocer Wawa, which led to some issues with MLB this…




























