• Church Farm School Honors Kistler Family with New Endowed Fund Supporting Future Students

    Church Farm School Honors Kistler Family with New Endowed Fund Supporting Future Students

    There are a few words synonymous with Church Farm School. Shreiner. Greystock. Pageant. If one mentions the Kistler family, almost every CFS graduate between 1968 and 2018 fondly recalls Jack or John Kistler, a father and son who spent a combined 70 years in service to the school as administrators, teachers, coaches, and mentors. Jack…

  • All Three of DelVal’s Equestrian Teams Qualify for Nationals

    All Three of DelVal’s Equestrian Teams Qualify for Nationals

    All three of Delaware Valley University’s equestrian competition teams — Dressage, Hunt Seat, and Western — successfully qualified for their respective national championship events, with teams and individual riders set to compete for top honors in the nation. The Dressage team is sending five individual student-athletes to nationals in four different events: The Hunt Seat…

  • Holy Family University to Honor CEO of Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center at Commencement

    Holy Family University to Honor CEO of Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center at Commencement

    Holy Family University will recognize Louis P. Kassa III, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center (PABC), with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters at its 2025 Graduate Commencement Ceremony on May 17. Kassa will serve as the keynote speaker for both the undergraduate and graduate ceremonies. Kassa leads the Doylestown-based PABC, a nonprofit…

  • How to Help Your Small Business Navigate Uncertain Economic Times

    How to Help Your Small Business Navigate Uncertain Economic Times

    Late in 2024, economic forecasts for this year were mostly positive. However, the first part of 2025 has held more surprises than many business owners would prefer. While economic uncertainty presents challenges, for a well-prepared small business, it can also present opportunities. Here’s how to help ensure your business succeeds, no matter the circumstances. 1.…

  • DelVal Students Attend the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge

    DelVal Students Attend the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge

    Four Delaware Valley University recently students participated in the 2025 North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge in Gainesville, Fla. The 22nd annual event brought together approximately 260 students from colleges and universities across the U.S. and Canada. This year’s event was hosted by the Southern Region and based at the University of Florida. Dairy Challenge is…

  • Collaborative Growth: How Giunta’s Furniture Reignited Sales with Help from Fractional CRO from MyOfficeOps

    Collaborative Growth: How Giunta’s Furniture Reignited Sales with Help from Fractional CRO from MyOfficeOps

    As a locally owned, family-run business known for its curated home furnishings and personalized boutique experience, Giunta’s Furniture has been a staple in Chester County for more thana 15 years. However, like many small businesses with deep roots, the team at Giunta’s began to notice a troubling trend: sales had plateaued, customer growth had slowed,…

  • Church Farm School to Honor Lori McDermott with Newton Disney Service Award

    Church Farm School to Honor Lori McDermott with Newton Disney Service Award

    Church Farm School will honor Lori McDermott, its Director of Alumni and Community Engagement, with the 2025 Newton Disney Service Award at its Alumni Dinner on May 10. McDermott’s commitment to service — not just to CFS, but to many other local organizations — has been extraordinary during her 18-year tenure at the school. And…

  • Rugby’s Rise in Southeastern Pennsylvania: Media Rugby Club, PTZOptics Lead the Charge

    Rugby’s Rise in Southeastern Pennsylvania: Media Rugby Club, PTZOptics Lead the Charge

    Rugby is gaining momentum across the United States — but here in Southeastern Pennsylvania, it’s not just growing. It’s thriving. At the heart of this movement is Media Rugby Football Club, a nonprofit that’s been a part of the fabric of Delaware County since 1978. For more than 40 years, Media Rugby has brought together…

  • RKL Claims Spot on List of America’s Most Recommended Tax Firms

    RKL Claims Spot on List of America’s Most Recommended Tax Firms

    CPA and advisory firm RKL has been recognized for a second year among “America’s Most Recommended Tax Firms” from USA TODAY. The national newspaper, in partnership with Statista, rates the top 100 tax firms in the United States based on recommendations from peers and clients. “Our dedicated team of tax advisors is committed to helping…

  • Ending the Curse of Billy Penn

    Ending the Curse of Billy Penn

    Under a long-standing gentleman’s agreement, no building in Philadelphia could rise higher than the hat of William Penn’s statue atop City Hall. But in 1987, after that agreement was violated, Philadelphia’s formerly successful pro sports teams just stopped winning championships. The result: Philly went from four pro teams fighting for championships in 1980 to zero wins after 1986. …

  • LIHEAP Deadline Approaching: PECO Customers Urged to Act Now

    LIHEAP Deadline Approaching: PECO Customers Urged to Act Now

    PECO is urging eligible customers to apply now for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) before the application deadline on April 18. This federally funded program provides grants of up to $1,000 to help income-qualified households pay their energy bills. Assistance is available while funds last and is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.…

  • Church Farm School to Honor Pair with Alumni Achievement Awards on May 10

    Church Farm School to Honor Pair with Alumni Achievement Awards on May 10

    Church Farm School will honor Dr. John Grunwell and Stephen Loney with Alumni Achievement Awards at its Alumni Reunion Dinner on May 10. Dr. Grunwell, Class of 1960, has spent his entire life in the sciences. The son of a single mother who was a bacteriologist, he spent many days helping her in the lab.…

  • Nonprofit Environmental Group Hosts Tour of Solar Installations at Church Farm School, WCU

    Nonprofit Environmental Group Hosts Tour of Solar Installations at Church Farm School, WCU

    Local officials and residents joined leaders from Church Farm School, West Chester University, and the nonprofit environmental group PennEnvironment for an informative tour of the schools’ innovative clean energy projects. The tours were held to educate Chester County residents about the benefits of solar and geothermal energy, and how they can make the switch if…

  • King of Prussia District Announces Update to Board of Directors

    King of Prussia District Announces Update to Board of Directors

    King of Prussia District has announced several changes to its Board of Directors, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to strategic leadership and continued growth in the region. Martha Morales, Vice President and General Manager of Valley Forge Casino Resort, joined the Board. Morales brings extensive experience in hospitality and gaming, having held senior leadership roles at…

  • DelVal Dairy Society Exceeds Expectations at 24th Annual Dairy Sale

    DelVal Dairy Society Exceeds Expectations at 24th Annual Dairy Sale

    Students from the Delaware Valley University Dairy Society recently hosted the 24th annual DVU Green & Gold Spectacular Dairy Sale and grossed more than $210,000 on 96 lots sold, surpassing the previous record for the sale set in 2007. The annual Dairy Sale takes place at DelVal’s equestrian center and is completely student-run. The club…

  • IBX Teams Up with National Fitness Campaign to Bring Free Outdoor Fitness Centers to Region

    IBX Teams Up with National Fitness Campaign to Bring Free Outdoor Fitness Centers to Region

    Independence Blue Cross and National Fitness Campaign are now collaborating to increase access to free outdoor fitness options in communities throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania. Municipalities, schools, and other organizations in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties that own accessible public space may now apply for grant funding to assist in building Fitness Courts, courtesy of IBX and…

  • Haverford Systems Brings High-Tech Edge to Local Steakhouse’s Upscale Dining Experience

    Haverford Systems Brings High-Tech Edge to Local Steakhouse’s Upscale Dining Experience

    On High Street in West Chester, a 19th-century neoclassical bank stood as a pillar of Pennsylvanian ambition for more than 150 years. Its vaults eventually closed, though, and the building laid still, yearning for a return to glory. John O’Connell sparked its revival when he acquired the First National Bank building in 2023 and began…

  • Daniel B. Green House Honored as One of Last Year’s 30 Best Real Estate Deals in Greater Philadelphia

    Daniel B. Green House Honored as One of Last Year’s 30 Best Real Estate Deals in Greater Philadelphia

    The Daniel B. Green House, an affordable housing community for low-income seniors that broke ground last year in Trevose, was recently honored by the Philadelphia Business Journal as one of the 30 Best Real Estate Deals in Greater Philadelphia in 2024. Furthermore, the project earned third place in the Affordable Housing category. Set to welcome…