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Biden's long path to the White House
(The Center Square) - President Joe Biden's road to the White House began in 1973 when he was sworn in as one of Delaware's U.S. senators, but it would be 48 years before he would land the nation's top job. The president made his name in the Senate as chairman of two key committees. Biden served as the chairman or ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee for 17 years, according to his biography on the White House Historical Association. He is credited for his...
DelawareLIVE Weekly Review – July 21, 2024
This Week’s Review Includes: Music in sewers unexpected topic at State of the County Friends 5K run/walk returns to ChristianaCare campus Bardea team to open Italian eatery in DE.CO food hall NCCo. Fire creates group to improve vetting process for applicants 15 Del. students make top 10 in national STEM competition Brandywine, Naamans get walk off wins to advance Click ... Read More
Delaware Historical Society: 'America’s 250th: For all, for once'
Learning from our history has never been more important than it is today. The Delaware Historical Society promotes and amplifies relevant and inclusive histories that inspire deep engagement with the entirety of our past. Viewing contemporary issues through the lens of history reveals complexities, reminds us of important lessons, and helps us explore different perspectives resulting in greater capacity for compassion and understanding.
Spirit wins 2-1 over Chivas de Guadalajara in 2024 Summer Cup
The Washington Spirit kicked off the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup with a win. They defeated Chivas de Guadalajara 2-1 on Sunday at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania. At press time, the Spirit leads Group D with three points. All the National Women’s Soccer League teams in this Group have collected points.
Checking out Swedesboro Brewing’s new Raccoon Taproom in Collingswood
Swedesboro Brewing company is no stranger to Weekend Philler, we me them in Season 6 and have been followers of their great success ever since. Owner Marvin Bowe and his team of craft professionals quickly established themselves as one of the best brewers for both distribution and their taproom experience. In June 2024, they decided to take that Swedesboro success north and open the “RACCOON TAPROOM” in Collingswood NJ.
Chester County Native Taylor Haas New Executive Director of a Massachusetts Agricultural Society
Taylor Haas at the fairgrounds of the Three County Fair. Taylor Haas, a Chester County native, recently took the reins at the Hampshire, Franklin, and Hampden Agricultural Society in Massachusetts as its new executive director, writes Alexander Macdougall for the Daily Hampshire Gazette. The nonprofit organization manages Northampton’s Three County...
State Police: West Chester man was driving under the influence when he crashed into horse and buggy
PARADISE, Pa. — A Chester County man has been charged with DUI and related offenses after a crash involving a horse and buggy in Lancaster County on Sunday. James Walkergoutal, 27, of West Chester, was driving his Toyota Prius on Lincoln Highway East at 4:16 p.m. when the vehicle crashed into the back end of a horse and buggy carrying eight people, including a 5-year-old child, according to State Police.
Making rent in Delaware, Sixers arena update, National Ice Cream Day
Welcome to Sunday morning, Delaware. What does the weather have in store for us today? Looks like 89 degree high and lots of sunshine in the Wilmington region. Headed to the beaches? Don’t go without reading this. Today is National Ice Cream Day. Indulge if that’s your thing. (I...
See all homes sold in Gloucester County, July 15 to July 21
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Gloucester County reported from July 15 to July 21. There were 1 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,564-square-foot home on Stephen Kritz Lane in Clarksboro that sold for $475,000.
Manufacturer With Aston Plant Expands as State Program Unveiled
Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro (at podium) visits Production Systems Automation Inc. to unveil a new state program. At left are Michelle Mikitish, president of the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce, and state Rep. Aaron Kaufer, a Republican from Kingston. Production Systems Automation Inc., a Duryea, Pa.-based robotics and automated equipment...
Aqua PA Secures Nearly $78M in Low-Interest Loans for 133,000+ Feet of Water Mains, New Fire Hydrants
Aqua Pennsylvania has secured low-interest loan funding through PENNVEST to support its ongoing commitment to replace aging infrastructure. Aqua Pennsylvania has secured low-interest loan funding through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to support its ongoing commitment to replace aging infrastructure across Pennsylvania. The $77.5 million in funding will support...
Joe Vaillancourt Celebrates 20 Years Working at CCRES
Joe Vaillancourt is a senior professional with 20 years experience in Human Resources at CCRES. “We are so thankful to have Joe on the CCRES team for 20 years!,” said Jennifer Hernandez, CCRES coordinator of Business Development. He has an MBA from West Chester University and a Bachelor of...
Pennsylvania Home Prices Surge for Fifth Consecutive Month
LEMOYNE, PA — Pennsylvania’s median home sales price has risen for the fifth month in a row, according to a report for the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors®. In June, the median price climbed nearly 6% to $312,000, up from $295,000 in May. This marks a nearly 6% increase compared to June 2023.
19-Year-Old Swimmer Drowns In Elk Township Lake, Police Say
Elk Township officers were called to Lake Garrison in Gloucester County for a missing person last seen in the water around 2:10 p.m. Saturday, July 20, Elk Township Police Chief Lance Hitzelberger said. Twenty-two minutes after police arrived, the swimmer was recovered lifeless from the water, according to the chief....
Police: Man Found Hiding In Woods After Fleeing In Stole Car In Middletown
On July 20, 2024, at approximately 12:15 a.m., Middletown Police attempted to stop an Audi A5 for a registration violation in the area of West Main Street and North Cass Street. The vehicle failed to stop, initiating a pursuit that ended shortly after when the car was found unoccupied on the 300 block of Northampton Way.
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