Delaware County
Delaware County, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant blend of history, nature, and culture. Founded in 1789, the county is a regional hub for education, economy, and community spirit.
Delaware County is home to various industries, including technology, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The county’s strategic location near major transportation hubs fuels its economic growth.
Delaware County is home to several colleges and universities, including Villanova University, Swarthmore College, and Delaware County Community College.
Community events, farmers’ markets, and local festivals add to the charm of the area. It’s a place where neighbors know each other, and community spirit is strong.
From the picturesque Ridley Creek State Park to the renowned Villanova University, the county offers something for everyone. It’s not just a place; it’s home.
Explore our archive of over 200 stories about Delaware County’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:
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Delaware County’s Health Department Has Been Beneficial, Study Shows
When Pennsylvania counties like Delaware County opt to have their own health departments, local residents benefit, according to a study…
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Delaware County Among Fastest Growing Areas in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has recorded a modest population increase in recent years, with most of the growth concentrated in the Southeast, including…
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Wawa Has Changed Convenience Store Retail With 6 Actions
Wawa is a convenience store disrupter when it comes to technology and six key elements, and that’s why it’s winning…
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Upper Darby Township’s Still Searching for Its 2025 Budget
Upper Darby is still trying to pass its 2025 budget. A lawsuit and resident clashes are impeding a process that…
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Springfield’s Nirvana Hair Gallery Gives Cecily Tynan a New Look
6abc Action News meteorologist Cecily Tynan debuted a brand-new hairstyle last week that caught viewers by surprise, writes Victor Fiorillo…
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Crozer Uses EMS Ambulances for Non-emergencies After Vendor Quits
Crozer Health lost its ambulance vendor, Keystone Quality Transport, so it is facing an ambulance shortage as it uses emergency…
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Peirce College to Work with Chester County Economic Development Council on Good Jobs Challenge
Peirce College is working with the Chester County Economic Development Council as part of the Good Jobs Challenge, a federally-funded workforce…
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David Zandstra, Charged in 50-Year-Old Murder of Marple Girl, Found Not Guilty
A 50-year-old cold case murder that shook a Marple neighborhood for decades added another chapter Friday when a Delaware County…
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IBX Associates Collect More Than 2,000 Pounds of Food for Local Pantries
Independence Blue Cross associates collected more than 2,000 pounds of food in support of five local food pantries, one for each…
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Despite Being Sent Home, Malvern Contestant on ‘Golden Bachelorette’ Delights in ‘Successful Journey’
Malvern contestant Charles Ling was sent home from The Golden Bachelorette last week but despite fans’ sadness, Ling said he…
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Good News Pennsylvanians: Wawa is Expanding Westward
To kick off 2025, Wawa’s western expansion in Pennsylvania includes two new locations in central Pennsylvania, writes Sue Gleiter from…
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IBX Foundation’s Support of Local Health Centers Strengthens Region’s Healthcare Safety Net
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) — first established in 1965 as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty…
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Nominate Your Favorite Teacher for Citadel Heart of Learning Award Before Tomorrow’s Deadline
Tomorrow, Jan. 15, is the deadline to nominate a teacher for Citadel Credit Union’s prestigious Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program.…
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Delaware County Transplants Describe LA Fire Devastation
Two former Delaware County residents are eyewitness to the Los Angeles fires currently raging in Los Angeles, reports Chris O’Connell…
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Take a Cold Plunge at New Wellness Center in Havertown
Cold Plunge Philly, Havertown’s newest wellness center at 1213 Darby Road, invites you to experience the benefits of heat and…
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Big Inch Oil Pipeline from East Texas to Phoenixville Helped Allies Win World War II
The so-called Big Inch pipeline, the 1,400-mile oil pipeline from East Texas to Phoenixville built in early World War II…
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Wawa Closes Out 60th Anniversary Year with a Reopening Party
Wawa closed out its 60th anniversary year Dec. 20 with a party. The location was in Ridley Township, the town…
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CCRES Board Member Harry Jamison Inducted Into Delco Hi-Q Hall of Honor
CCRES 19-year board member Dr. Harry Jamison of Wallingford, a revered figure in education and a longtime supporter of Delco…
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