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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Hilton Hotel a Sign of Delaware County’s Growing Tourism Prosperity
The new Hilton Garden Inn in Middletown Township marks an expansion of Delaware County’s tourism industry, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Stakeholders from…
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Wawa Still PA’s Largest Private Company; Sheetz Revenue Drops
Wawa remains Pennsylvania’s largest private company while also climbing to No. 21 nationally on Forbes’ 2025 list of America’s Top Private Companies, writes Emma Dooling…
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What Wawa’s 1 Billion Customers Really Want: 14 Improvement Wawa Fans Keep Asking For
For a company that serves roughly a billion customers a year, Wawa doesn’t have a demand problem. It has an expectation problem. In a PHILADELPHIA…
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What Changed at Wawa in 2025, and What the Hometown Convenience Store’s 1 Billion Customers Can Expect in 2026
For many Delaware County residents, Wawa is more than a gas station or a quick coffee stop. It’s part of the daily routine. Morning coffee…
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An L.L. Bean Store Is Coming to Delaware County in May 2026
L.L. Bean is expanding nationally, and it’s targeting Glen Mills as a new location, its first store in Delaware County, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia…
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IKEA Is Coming to Granite Run, But It Won’t Look Like the One in South Philly
IKEA is officially coming to Delaware County, but if you’re picturing the familiar blue-and-yellow warehouse with the winding showroom, flat-pack aisles, and Swedish meatballs, it’s…
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Why Delaware County Was Chosen as the Home of the New Norwegian Cruise Line Terminal
A major new chapter in our region’s tourism economy is taking shape along the Delaware River, where construction has begun on the new PhilaPort Cruise…
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This Delaware County Hospital Makes 2026 US News List for Best Maternity Care
The U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care list includes one from Delaware County, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Delaware County Retired Couple Keep Coffee, Community Flowing
A retired Delaware County couple is “brewing community one cup at a time” from their online coffee shop based in Brookhaven, writes Tamala Edwards for…
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Skate Your Troubles Away at These Delaware County Ice Rinks
Delaware County offers several ice skating locations where you and your family can enjoy some memorable times on the ice, according to Cierra Williams and…
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Here Are Some Holiday Happenings This Month in Delaware County
The Christmas season has arrived in Delaware County with plenty of holiday spirit to go around. So while shoppers are rushing home with their treasures,…
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Industrial Project in the Works for Ridley Property at I-95, 476
An 81,000-square-foot industrial building is planned in Ridley Township at 130 S. Fairview Road, at the intersection of I-95 and I-476, writes Paul Schwedelson for…
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Task (and Delco) Will Be Coming Back for a Second Season, HBO Says
There will be new faces, but the Delco-centric crime thriller “Task” will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday. The first season, starring Mark…
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Delaware County Luxury Home Prices Are Up, But Listings Are Down
Sales and listings of luxury homes in Delaware County are down this year, but prices are up, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The…
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Small Business Optimism is Above Average, Though Not for Everyone
Small business optimism is running above average nationally, while uncertainty has dropped, according to the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Here in Delaware County, the…
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Citadel Credit Union Marks 25 Years of Honoring Educators During American Education Week
During American Education Week, Citadel Credit Union is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its Citadel Heart of Learning Awards (CHOLA), a program that has recognized…
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500 Miles of Circuit Trails Redefine How Communities Connect Across Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey
On any given weekend, the Schuylkill River Trail hums with life — runners weaving past families on bikes, friends meeting at the water’s edge, and…
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Penn State Brandywine, Widener and DCCC Leaders Hold Joint Meeting
Penn State Brandywine held a joint leadership meeting with Widener University and Delaware County Community College on Oct. 31, reaffirming their shared commitment to collaboration,…
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