• CFS Launches Public Programs & Events Series on March 27 with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author

    CFS Launches Public Programs & Events Series on March 27 with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author

    In conjunction with America’s 250th anniversary, Church Farm School is launching a Public Programs & Events Series. This yearlong celebration and exploration of American identity kicks off on Friday, March 27 at 7 PM with an address from Pulitzer Prize-winning author Percival Everett. Known for his sharp wit, genre-defying novels, and fearless exploration of race,…

  • As Philadelphia Celebrates America250, Firstrust Bank Reflects on Its Historic First in Pennsylvania

    As Philadelphia Celebrates America250, Firstrust Bank Reflects on Its Historic First in Pennsylvania

    As Philadelphia prepares to celebrate America250, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the city’s long tradition of leadership, innovation, and its identity as the City of Firsts is coming into sharper focus. To honor Philadelphia’s role as a cradle of American innovation, the Philadelphia Historic District Partners has assembled 52…

  • The Complete Parent’s Guide to ADHD Testing

    The Complete Parent’s Guide to ADHD Testing

    If you’re wondering whether your child might have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), you’re far from alone. ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions in childhood, affecting roughly one in 10 in children in the U.S. Still, deciding whether — and how — to pursue testing can feel daunting.  Parents often ask: What does ADHD…

  • NMTCC Receives $8,500 Donation from Silvene Bracalente Memorial Foundation

    NMTCC Receives $8,500 Donation from Silvene Bracalente Memorial Foundation

    North Montco Technical Career Center has received an $8,500 donation from the Silvene Bracalente Memorial Foundation and Bracalente Manufacturing Group (BMG). For more than three generations, Trumbauersville-based BMG has been providing precision manufacturing solutions for a global market. The foundation was created in 2015 as an extension of the spirit and legacy of BMG’s founder, Silvene…

  • PECO Electric and Natural Gas Systems Stand Strong During Winter Storm Fern

    PECO Electric and Natural Gas Systems Stand Strong During Winter Storm Fern

    Despite the significant impacts of Winter Storm Fern, PECO’s electric and natural gas systems performed with exceptional reliability, delivering safe and reliable service for customers across the company’s service area during one of the most challenging winter weather events in nearly a decade. At the same time, the company has continued its strong focus on…

  • DelVal to Host 76th Annual A-Day State Fair

    DelVal to Host 76th Annual A-Day State Fair

    Delaware Valley University will host the 76th Annual A-Day Fair from April 24-26. A cherished tradition, A-Day is a student-planned and -run state fair that showcases DelVal’s rich agricultural heritage while offering a weekend filled with education, entertainment and family friendly activities. This three-day event will feature livestock shows, blacksmith demonstrations, hands-on animal experiences, inflatable…

  • Eastern University Welcomes New Vice President for Advancement

    Eastern University Welcomes New Vice President for Advancement

    Michael Fedor, who possesses decades of leadership experience spanning higher education, nonprofit, and public service, has joined Eastern University as Vice President for Advancement. Most recently, Fedor served as Vice President of Advancement and Strategic Initiatives at Central Penn College, where he led the design and execution of a transformational strategic plan, expanded enrollment in high-demand…

  • Why Public Adjusters Are Essential: My Story

    Why Public Adjusters Are Essential: My Story

    I’ve lived in Pennsylvania for 45 years, served two tours in Iraq with the Army National Guard, and today I’m a 100-percent-disabled veteran. When severe wind damaged my roof, I quickly realized I couldn’t manage the insurance claim alone. A public adjuster stepped in — and it made all the difference. Once the shingles came…

  • Eastern University’s Online Bachelor’s Programs Rank Among Nation’s Best by U.S. News & World Report

    Eastern University’s Online Bachelor’s Programs Rank Among Nation’s Best by U.S. News & World Report

    U.S. News & World Report has ranked Eastern University among the 100 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in the country. U.S. News & World Report evaluates online bachelor’s programs based on key indicators of academic quality, including student engagement, faculty credentials and training, and the strength of online services and technology. Rankings are informed by data…

  • PECO to Highlight EV Savings, Clean Energy at Philadelphia Auto Show

    PECO to Highlight EV Savings, Clean Energy at Philadelphia Auto Show

    Visitors to this year’s Philadelphia Auto Show, which runs from Jan. 31 through Feb. 8 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, will find more than cutting-edge cars on display. Through its sponsorship of the two electric vehicle test tracks — and an on-site educational booth — PECO is using the high-profile event as a hands-on classroom,…

  • DelVal’s Strong Presence in Agriculture Industry Featured in BBC-Produced Video Series

    DelVal’s Strong Presence in Agriculture Industry Featured in BBC-Produced Video Series

    Delaware Valley University is participating in “Unearthing the Future,” a new branded content series presented by The Lexicon of Food and produced by BBC StoryWorks. The series meets farmers being supported to access and steward land of their own, educators championing seed-to-table learning, and food scientists using experimentation to revive and reimagine traditional practices. DelVal’s…

  • GMercyU Student-Teachers Receive Stipend from State

    GMercyU Student-Teachers Receive Stipend from State

    This school year, 15 undergraduate and graduate Education students at Gwynedd Mercy University received student-teaching stipends as part of the PA Student Teacher Support Program. In 2024-25, the first year of the program, 31 GMercyU students received the stipend. Created by Gov. Josh Shapiro, the student-teacher stipend program pays student-teachers up to $15,000 during their student-teaching…

  • PECO Preparing to Support Customers Ahead of Weekend’s Winter Weather

    PECO Preparing to Support Customers Ahead of Weekend’s Winter Weather

    A significant winter storm is forecast to bring periods of heavy snow and possible freezing rain across the region this weekend. In advance, PECO is coordinating its storm preparation and response efforts to support customers and is sharing important tips with customers, including how to report and track power outages, should they occur. PECO has…

  • Data-Driven HR Insights for 2026

    Data-Driven HR Insights for 2026

    HR teams should leverage data and predictive analytics using historical and real-time data to forecast future workforce outcomes. This enables a holistic talent view, risk identification (such as turnover or skills gaps), and proactive decision-making. What Can Employers Do? Adopt Advanced HR Analytics Platforms or Services Platforms/Services with predictive and prescriptive analytics can forecast attrition,…

  • ‘Cautious Optimism’ the Refrain at Firstrust Bank-Sponsored Chamber Event on State of Region’s Economy

    ‘Cautious Optimism’ the Refrain at Firstrust Bank-Sponsored Chamber Event on State of Region’s Economy

    Business and civic leaders from across the region recently gathered for The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia’s annual State of the Economy event, where Anna Paulson, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, offered a wide-ranging assessment of national and regional economic conditions — and what they could mean for jobs,…

  • Navigating Social Media with Kids and Teens

    Navigating Social Media with Kids and Teens

    As the world changes and technology develops, kids have more and more access to the internet and social media. In fact, 50 percent of 11-year-olds have a cell phone and upwards of 90 percent of 14-year-olds have one. It can be incredibly challenging to figure out how to navigate tech, especially when many parents of…

  • MONTCO Careers — Blackbird Health

    MONTCO Careers — Blackbird Health

    Blackbird Health is a leading provider of pediatric and young adult mental health care across southeastern Pennsylvania (including Allentown, Langhorne, Doylestown, Exton, Fort Washington, King of Prussia, and Media), southern New Jersey, and northern Virginia — with continued expansion planned through 2026. Guided by a deeply held mission to deliver the highest standard of care,…

  • DelVal Featured in The College Tour’s New Episode, “Coffee with College Presidents”

    DelVal Featured in The College Tour’s New Episode, “Coffee with College Presidents”

    Delaware Valley University is once again featured in The College Tour streaming series in a new episode titled “Coffee with College Presidents.” In the episode, President Dr. Benjamin Rusiloski sits down with Alex Boylan to share what makes DelVal such a unique university. The pair discuss the Experience360 (E360) program that is integrated into every…