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These 2 Delaware County Firms Make ‘Best to Work for’ 2024 List
SAP moved up a slot this year in the rankings for best place to work for in the United States/. Two top Delaware County employers not only made Fortune’s 2024 list of the top 100 Best Companies to Work for in the US, they also placed in the top 50, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal.
Coyote Snatches Dog Belonging to Delaware County Woman’s Daughter
Coyote sightings are becoming more common in Delaware County. A coyote grabbed a tiny terrier in its jaws and ran away with it Thursday afternoon in a Marple backyard, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. A Marple woman witnessed the coyote snatch her daughter’s dog, according to a police...
Gentile's Market worker celebrates 70 years serving Delaware County
Joe Gentile started working with his dad at his small farm stand at age 7 in Broomall 1954. It soon became known as 'Gentile's Market' and moved to its current location in Newtown Square in the early 1970s.70 years later, the Army veteran and cancer survivor still loves his job and has no plans to retire.Joe, along with his parents and 8 siblings, all worked at the market in some capacity over the many decades. The roster has expanded to include in-laws and children of the family's next generation.Watch our video to see Joe Gentile in action. To learn more about Gentile's Market, visit their Facebook page.RELATED: 89-year-old crossing guard retires after 47 years of serviceDorothy 'Miss Dottie' Kalkbrenner has helped students cross the street in Abington Township for nearly half a century.
The Outdoor Cafe In Delaware That Is The Prettiest Place To Enjoy A Warm Afternoon
There’s a lot to be said for the simple things. Sipping an iced coffee in the sunshine, surrounded by beautiful plants, chatting with friends…we can think of few nicer ways to spend an afternoon. And you can do just that at Scout Café. This lovely little cafe in Wilmington, Delaware has a beautiful garden oasis where you can relax and enjoy your latte, feeling like you’re far from the noise and bustle of the city.
1 Delaware County School District Is in the Top 10 for Entire Nation
A Delaware County school district has made a list of the top 10 best school districts in America. A school district in Delaware County is back on top in a Niche ranking of the best school districts in America, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Radnor Township School District...
Shelly the Tortoise in Springfield Settles Into New Home Following School Eviction
Shelly the Tortoise was removed from the Ecology Center at Scenic Hills Elementary School Thursday but now has a new home. Thursday was moving day for Shelly the Tortoise, who has lived more than 20 years at the Ecology Center at Scenic Hills Elementary School in Springfield, reports, Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia.
Aqua Pennsylvania Getting the Lead Out in Chester County
Aqua Pennsylvania replaced lead and galvanized service lines in Chester County, completing 150 replacements in just a few months. In just a few short months since kicking off a major project to replace customer-owned lead and galvanized service lines in several Chester County communities, Aqua Pennsylvania has now completed replacements at 150 homes and businesses.
Pennsylvania agrees to exempt hair braiders from regulatory oversight
For decades, braiders have argued that their hair artistry shouldn’t be subjected to Pennsylvania’s regulatory oversight. Now, it seems that Harrisburg is finally agreeing. On June 27, the State Senate passed Anthony Hardy Williams’ bill which would free braiders from being required to undergo 300 hours of formal...
Tattered Piece of Cloth Found at Goodwill That Turned Out to Be Historic Now Displayed at Philly Museum
A piece of old cloth bought at Goodwill turned out to be part of George Washington’s war tent. It is now on display at the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia. Richard “Dana” Moore, a digger and amateur collector, first ran into a listing for a scrap of fabric claiming to be a piece of George Washington’s Revolutionary War tent while going through Goodwill’s listing of historic documents two years ago, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY.
Vice President Kamala Harris visits Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA — Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Philadelphia on Saturday. Video above: Gov. Josh Shapiro talks about the 2024 race in an exclusive one-on-one interview with WGAL. Harris will give a keynote speech at the Asian and Pacific Island American Vote Presidential Town Hall. The vice president's...
Shara in the City: Exploring the Cave of Kelpius and America's first doomsday cult
This week on “Shara in the City,” we’re visiting the Hermit’s Cave in the Wissahickon Valley — which has a long and mysterious history connected with the occult, paranormal activity and biblical doomsday prophesy, going all the way back to the 1600s.
Feds order SEPTA safety overhaul, citing rise in crashes, injuries and fatalities and assaults on employees
The Federal Transit Administration has issued a blistering report outlining inadequate safety procedures at SEPTA that have contributed to a rise in bus crashes and assaults on employees.
Once Dilapidated Chester County Barn Finds New Life as Entertainment Venue
A weathered barn in Chester County has recently been fully renovated to turn it into a stunning space for entertaining by its new owner. A weathered Chester County barn has been renovated and turned into a stunning entertaining space, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for the Main Line Today. The barn...
Tolls on 4 Bridges from NJ to Philadelphia set to increase
Get ready to pay more to drive to a Philadelphia sporting event or concert. An increase was just approved and it's the first time since 2011 that tolls have increased. Tolls will increase from $5 to $6 on four Delaware River Port Authority bridges, the Ben Franklin, Walt Whitman, Betsy Ross and Commodore Barry.
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