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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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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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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Women’s Professional Basketball League Unrivaled is Coming to Philadelphia
Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women’s professional basketball league, will be coming to Philadelphia during its 2026 season. The official announcement was made during a rally and…
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Brad Ingelsby Talks About the Value of Filming a Delco Story
Brad Ingelsby’s success with “Mare of Easttown” actually coaxed him to leave Los Angeles and return to his hometown of Berwyn, writes Rosa Catagena for…
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University of Pennsylvania Press Publishing New Three-Volume Book Highlighting History of Philadelphia
This month, the University of Pennsylvania Press is publishing a landmark three-volume history of Philadelphia — The Greater Philadelphia Region, Greater Philadelphia and the Nation,…
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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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‘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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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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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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Chester’s Success in Curbing Gun Violence Wins Governor’s Praise
The city that had one of the highest per capita murder rates in the country is receiving praise these days from Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro…
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Philadelphia Region Wage Growth Barely Keeping Pace with Inflation
While wages are rising in the Philadelphia region, much of this increase is being offset by inflation, resulting in workers only receiving modest gains, write…
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Delaware County Woman Uses AI to Appeal Health Insurance Denial
When Delaware County resident Joani Reisen lost her health insurance coverage for a critical medication she needed, she appealed using a new AI platform that…
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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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Private Investors Acquire Taylor Hospital in Ridley for $1M
Private investors have snatched up Taylor Hospital in Ridley for $1 million, with plans to re-establish medical services there that would include an emergency room,…
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Haverford Passes Law Requiring E-Scooter, E-Bike Helmets
Haverford Township now has an ordinance requiring children under 16 to wear helmets on e-bikes or electric scooters, writes Shawnette Wilson for Fox 29 Philadelphia.…
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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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