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Parkland veteran receives his high school diploma, 63 years later
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — A Parkland High School graduate received his diploma this week — 63 years after he left school. The Parkland School Board on Tuesday gave Robert Seel, Class of 1961, his long-awaited diploma. Seel left Parkland High School in his senior year in January...
Feel the Love – West Chester’s Look Around Festival Returns for its 3rd Year
As the season winds down, I wanted to give a little shoutout to West Chester’s re-emerging summer music scene. Two years ago at this time, I chatted with local musician Nikki DiGiorgio as she prepared to launch the first-ever Look Around Festival. Her vision for the end-of-summer festival was in part to give local talent a stage.
Retail Watch: New winery location to open in Northampton County
Roll out the barrel, and you’ll get a barrel of fun. That’s the promise from a Lehigh Valley winery regarding its new Easton location coming this fall, according to its Facebook page. “It’ll be a place for people to come and gather and relax, and really reconnect and bring the community together,” co-owner Julie Rockhill said. Stone Farm Cellars and Vineyard will open its second location, Stone Farm Cellar 46, at 46 Centre Square on Oct. 3.
3 Dead In Wrong-Way Hatboro Crash
Three people were killed in a Montgomery County crash that ended with one vehicle overturned and two into a utility pole Friday evening, Aug. 23, police said.A Chevy Camaro, operated by a 31-year-old man, was traveling west on County Line Road and crossed into the eastbound travel lanes where it st…
Doylestown Native Pink Bungee Jumps Her Way onto Lincoln Financial Field Stage During Her Latest Philly Concert
Doylestown native Pink, was once again her unabashed, acrobatic, self during her latest concert at Lincoln Financial Field. Doylestown native Pink, was once again her unabashed, acrobatic, self during her latest concert at Lincoln Financial Field, writes Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popular singer started her latest P!NK’s...
Natural Lands in Media Buys Historic 10-Acre Villanova Estate
The historic Oakwell Estate is being sold to Natural Lands, based in Media, who plans to preserve the property, including up to 700 trees there. The Lower Merion School Board has agreed to sell the 10-acre Oakwell Estate in Villanova to Natural Lands, a conservation nonprofit based in Media, writes Frank Kimmel and Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
New Experimental Drug at Quakertown Veterinary Clinic Aims to Extend Dogs’ Lives
A new experimental drug offered at Quakertown Veterinary Clinic aims to help dogs live longer and have better lives. A new experimental drug offered at Quakertown Veterinary Clinic aims to help dogs live longer and have better lives, report Stephanie Stahl and Nate Sylves for CBS News Philadelphia. The pill...
Developer Presents Plans for 329 Apartments in West Chester
The Michaels Organization, based in Camden, New Jersey, and Core Development presented plans for 329 apartment units in West Chester. The Michaels Organization, based in Camden, New Jersey, and Core Development recently presented plans to West Chester Borough Council to build 329 apartment units across from borough hall, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News.
This Bucks County Inn is One of the Oldest in the Entire Country. Read to Learn More
The inn was opened almost 100 years before the official founding of the country. One of the oldest bars in the entire country is located in Bucks County, and it has been a popular destination for centuries. Jordan Litchfield wrote about the establishment for Newsbreak. The King George II Inn,...
Newarker's posthumous donation 'changes everything' for Pencader Heritage Museum
A lifelong Newarker, John Slack Sr. had a passion for local history and especially loved the Pencader Heritage Museum, which he helped found. “His heart and soul was in that museum,” Slack’s widow, Merle, said. “He was just so proud of it, so proud of the people that work there and the time and energy everybody puts in. He just loved it.” Before Slack died in 2022 at the age...
Primary Election 2024: Charter school leader challenging incumbent Morrison in District 27
State Rep. Eric Morrison is seeking his third term in District 27, but first he must survive a primary challenge from charter school leader Margie Lopez Waite. The winner of the Sept. 10 primary will face Republican Kristina Griffing in November. District 27 is located south of Newark, encompassing most of Glasgow and extending south just below the canal and from the state line east to Del. 72 and Lums...
Resurfacing and Bridge Repairs on I-476 Continue
SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will proceed with resurfacing and bridge repair work on Interstate 476 next week. This is part of a $63.7 million effort to enhance nearly 17 miles of the interstate and its infrastructure. From Sunday, August 25, through Thursday, August 29,...
Celebrating Educational Excellence: Coatesville’s 2024 Scholarship Awardees
COATESVILLE, PA — The Coatesville Community Education Foundation (CCEF) has announced its inaugural 2024 scholarship recipients, recognizing exceptional educational achievements and promising futures. Coatesville Area Senior High School graduates Jabari Stocker and Akia Muhammad stand out for their commitment to learning and community involvement, earning a combined total of $3,785 in scholarships.
Phish Delivered A Stellar Secret Set on Night Two at Mondegreen
Phish festivals are known for a few key details: remote locations, stunning art displays, and the signature Ferris wheel. They almost always play an unannounced set during the festival, and Mondegreen was no exception. Day two at this Dover, DE-based encampment featured not two but three sets of jams. The third set was an extended, free-flowing jam with no songs or structure. Some of the best things in life are unplanned, and this secret set was no exception.
Accident closes Route 44 bridge between Paulsboro, West Deptford
A traffic accident on Saturday closed the Route 44 drawbridge over Mantua Creek between Paulsboro and West Deptford, according to the state Department of Transportation. The bridge was expected to be closed through noon Sunday, Aug. 25, to both vehicular and marine traffic, the agency said. ...
Shore Lawmakers Call for Hearings on High-Risk Power Cables for Offshore Wind Project
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Senator Jim Holzapfel, Assemblyman Greg McGuckin, and Assemblyman Paul Kanitra (R-10) have issued a call for legislative hearings concerning the proposal to lay high-risk power cables…
Camden County to honor veterans and first responders at War on Terror Medal Ceremony
Camden County will hold its War on Terror Medal Ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Victims of Terrorism Monument in Cooper River Park. The ceremony aims to recognize and honor veterans and first responders for their service, sacrifice, and commitment to the nation. The award will...
State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Newark Teen
Delaware State Police Troop 2 has issued a Gold Alert for 14-year-old Sadie Word of Newark, Delaware. She was last seen near the 90 block of Christiana Road in New Castle around 4:30 p.m. on August 23, 2024. Attempts to contact or locate her have been unsuccessful, and there is concern for her safety and well-being.
Grad students begin their journey
Looking out over the hundreds of graduate students gathered at the University of Delaware’s Trabant University Center, it was hard to imagine they had all that much in common. Some had arrived on campus from just down the street; others flew here from around the world. They represented nearly...
SPORTS BUZZ: Newark High hires Dave Johnston as volleyball coach
Dave Johnston has spent nearly two decades coaching youth volleyball for various ages and at all levels. He’s served in the roles of clinician, assistant coach and head coach. But he never started the season as a varsity head coach with a full roster on the first day of preseason practice. That is, until now. Johnston has been named head coach for the girls volleyball team at Newark High. It’s a position the longtime Newark resident has held once before, but in that instance, he...
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