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16-year-old collects school supplies for students overseas
La Salle College High school student Aadit Bontha founded the nonprofit, 'School Essentials,' to help kids across the world gain better tools for education.Bontha has partnered with local libraries to set up donation boxes where community members can conveniently drop off items.So far, Bontha has sent supplies to countries such as Bangladesh, Guatemala, and Ukraine. He has done so with the help of organizations such as Lifting Hands International and Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA.Participants in the School Essentials drive include the Phoenixville Public Library, Royersford Free Public Library, Spring Valley Library, Perkiomen Valley Library, and the Spring Valley YMCA.To learn more about School Essentials, visit their website.RELATED: Delaware sisters team up to help resident live independentlyThe Morgan sisters volunteer for 'Lori's Hands,' which connects University of Delaware students to residents with chronic illnesses.
BizBeat: Spork Cafe changes hands, A. Duie Pyle buys land in North East
Happening this week in and around Cecil County: Isabel Hernandez has announced that Oct. 13 is her last day as the owner of Spork Cafe, 102 West Main St. in Elkton. Taking to social media, Hernandez — who took over the restaurant in July 2019 — said Spork Cafe would re-open Oct. 16 under new ownership, but carrying on with her breakfast and lunch service. Hernandez assured fans that the...
PA nonprofit marks milestone of supporting over 10,000 families battling cancer
For 16 years, the Malvern, Pennsylvania-based nonprofit Bringing Hope Home has supported patients and their loved ones as they navigate the financial and emotional stress of battling cancer.The organization recently marked a major milestone in their mission: Since 2008, Bringing Hope Home has supported more than 10,000 families.In just a few weeks Bringing Hope Home will host its 14th annual Ella Bella fashion show, the nonprofit's largest fundraiser, where they hope to raise more money to help even more families.Families like that of Maureen Walsh, who was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer seven years ago."You never thought you'd be...
Yeadon Warehouse’s Value Is Up 41 Percent From Two Years Ago
A Yeadon warehouse, one of the largest industrial buildings in Delaware County, recently sold for $59 million, a 41 percent increase in value since it was purchased two years ago, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. The 468,000 square-foot building at 6250 Baltimore Ave. had been bought two years...
Tome uses early lead to down Tri-State Christian
ELKTON — After falling to Tri-State Christian earlier in the season, Tome returned the favor with a fast start in Monday’s MIL meeting against the Crusaders. The Titans knocked off Tri-State in straight sets of 25-23, 25-23 and 25-17. The pair of MIL powers returned points and remained deadlocked throughout much of the first set. With Tri-State holding a 23-22 advantage, the Titans rattled off three straight points with a kill and a set-clinching ace from Grace Bradfield. ...
See all homes sold in Lancaster County, Sept. 30 to Oct. 6
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Lancaster County reported from Sept. 30 to Oct. 6. There were 79 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,380-square-foot home on West Cedar Street in Northew Holland that sold for $323,000.
Delaware County Has Refurbished Three of Its Bridges Since July
Delaware County officials cut the ribbon on the New Road Bridge in Aston Township. The New Road Bridge in Aston is the latest bridge to get a ribbon cutting in Delaware County, writes Justin Udo for KYW Newsradio. It’s the third bridge reopening in the county since July. PennDOT...
Safe Harbor Can Help You Make a Difference This Holiday Season
This holiday season, Safe Harbor of Chester County gives you plenty of ways to help those in need. As the holiday season approaches, the team at Safe Harbor is reminded of the generosity and kindness of the community. This year, there are several opportunities to make an impactful difference in...
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