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Pennsylvania Issues ‘Do Not Eat’ Advisory for Wissahickon Creek Fish

Pennsylvania has issued a “do not eat” advisory for all fish in the Wissahickon Creek basin after testing found PFOS, known as a “forever chemical”, in fish tissue, writes Mike D’Onofrio for Axios Philadelphia. The warning points to a bigger problem for local waterways. PFAS...

Pennsylvania · 2d

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Ursinus College Secures More Than $10 Million in Projected Support for Student Scholarships

As Ursinus College prepares to select its milestone 10th cohort of Abele Scholars, the college and the Abele Family Foundation are beginning a new chapter in their partnership. Building on its longstanding support, which enabled Ursinus to launch the Abele Scholars Program in 2018, the foundation — established by Will...

Collegeville, PA · 1d

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High school students organize 5K race to raise money for animal rescues

Two Montgomery County high school students organized a 5K run and walk to raise money for local animal shelters and organizations. The Paws to the Rescue 5K takes place on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 8:30 am. at Victory Fields in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania. Plymouth Whitemarsh High School seniors Ethan Gold...

Lafayette Hill, PA · 2d

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Borough Adds New Tax for Swarthmore Workers and Residents

In a six-to-one vote on Monday, Nov. 9, the Borough Council of Swarthmore passed a motion to implement an earned income tax (EIT) of 1% beginning early next year. Once the measure takes effect on Jan. 1, Swarthmore College will deduct revenue directly from the paychecks of the roughly three-quarters of employees who are subject to the tax.

Swarthmore, PA · 1d

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Several inches of hail covered the ground in Delaware County Thursday afternoon

DELAWARE COUNTY, Pa. - Rain poured across the Lehigh Valley Thursday afternoon, but a completely different scene unfolded in Delaware County. In Parkside Borough, just after 5 p.m., crews were seen shoveling roads along a stretch of Route 352 following a heavy hailstorm. The area saw several inches of hail...

Delaware County, PA · 16h

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Collegeville Tree Lighting and Santa Visit 2026

Indoors at Troubles End Brewing. When: Sunday, Dec. 6, 4:30 p.m. Where: Inside Collegeville Station at Troubles’ End Brewing, 50 West 3rd Ave. (map it) Starting at 4:30 p.m., everyone is invited to gather at Troubles End Brewing for holiday music. Santa will arrive at the front of Collegeville Station to join us about 4:40 p.m. on a Collegeville fire truck. Complimentary cookies and hot chocolate will be available for the kids in front of the Troubles End Bottle Shop on the first floor. We will all then follow Santa up to Troubles End Brewing on the second floor where Santa will light the indoor Christmas Tree! Santa then meets with all the good little children to ask them about their Christmas wishes, give them a small gift, and provide Mom and Dad with photo opportunities.

Collegeville, PA · 1d

NewsForce 24/7

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Lawn Control Center Expands to Greater Cincinnati From Spartan Drive Office

CINCINNATI — Lawn Control Center now serves homeowners across Greater Cincinnati from a new office at 10265 Spartan Drive, Unit M, the family-owned Ohio company announced Nov. 11 through EIN Presswire. Coverage is strongest across the northern suburbs, including West Chester and surrounding communities, and extends north toward Dayton. Cincinnati is the company’s third Ohio […]

Cincinnati, OH · 2d

MONTCO.Today

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Lankenau Medical Center Wins First Gift of Life Award After 67% Jump in Organ Donors

Fifteen people became organ donors at Lankenau Medical Center during the latest award period. That is a 67 percent increase over the same period a year earlier. The jump helped the Wynnewood hospital earn its first Gift of Life Award. Gift of Life Donor Program and the Hospital and Healthsystem...

Wynnewood, PA · 2d

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Mr. Michael Burr brings fresh ideas to the Dining Hall

Students who have walked into the dining hall this year have likely noticed a change: lunch has grown noticeably more engaging. Much of this change can be attributed to Director of Dining Mr. Michael Burr. Mr. Burr has been at Haverford for nearly a year. Before that, he spent approximately ten years at JPMorgan Chase in Wilmington, Delaware, where he oversaw food service operations for a campus of around 3,000 people.

Haverford, PA · 1d

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Prepping for Preps '26-27: Great Valley (Girls)

(Ed. Note: This story is part of CoBL’s “Prepping for Preps” series, which will take a look at many of the top high school programs in the region as part of our 2026-27 season preview coverage. The complete list of schools previewed thus far can be found here.)

Malvern, PA · 1d

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Delaware County honors veterans with 67th annual parade

Delaware County marked Veterans Day with its annual Veterans Day parade and program, continuing a tradition that has spanned more than six decades.

Delaware County, PA · 1d

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Delaware County public safety agencies seek more staff, equipment in 2027 budget

DELAWARE — Delaware County’s public safety agencies are seeking funding for additional personnel, expanded ambulance coverage and emergency communications upgrades as county officials work to finalize the 2027 budget. That includes requests from three key safety agencies: The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office, Delaware County Emergency Medical Services and...

Delaware County, PA · 1d

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Ugly Sweater Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting – Wednesday, December 2

Get into the holiday spirit! Eddystone Borough invites residents to its festive Ugly Sweater Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. Residents are encouraged to wear their tackiest, most colorful holiday sweaters and join the celebration. The parade will travel through the Borough and conclude with a cheerful community tree lighting ceremony.

Delaware County, PA · 1d

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Golf team looks to set the tone for EA Day

One match decided the Inter-Ac title this fall, and the Fords had to watch Episcopal Academy celebrate it at Waynesborough. The varsity golf team will get its rematch with EA at Gulph Mills Golf Club, the Fords’ home course, in the opening event of EA Day Weekend. With the rest of the sports competing on Saturday, a golf win would give Haverford an early lead in the race for the sweater.

Newtown Square, PA · 2d

MONTCO.Today

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Koutouki and Taco Heart: Two New Delaware County Restaurants to Know This November

The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Michael Klein has compiled a list of November restaurant openings, including two spots close to home. A Greek taverna is coming to Havertown and a Texas-style breakfast taco stall is already serving in. . Koutouki, Havertown. Chef Tony Procopos, who used to cook at Lourdas Greek...

Delaware County, PA · 2d

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PennDOT readies for upcoming holiday travel, winter weather

NORRISTOWN – A gigantic mountain of salt at a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation maintenance yard served as the backdrop for officials to remind motorists about winter travel. Representatives from the state transportation agency, Pennsylvania State Police, AAA, and the Norristown Police Department convened Thursday at the Norristown-based facility ahead...

Norristown, PA · 23h

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Democrats Win State Legislative Races, Environmental Referendum Passes

On Tuesday, Nov. 3, Delaware County (Delco) residents cast their ballots in the 2026 midterm elections. National attention centered on the battle for control of Congress and Pennsylvania’s gubernatorial race, and Delco voters managed to weigh in on a major environmental spending bill and several contentious legislative races. Delco...

Delaware County, PA · 1d

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Over 100,000 Lights to Glow in West Chester With ‘Shop Small’ Deals During Thanksgiving Weekend

More than 100,000 lights are about to twinkle in the heart of historic downtown West Chester as the borough launches Thanksgiving weekend deals for Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester starting Black Friday, Nov. 27. “This year we’re encouraging people to set aside the endless scrolling,...

West Chester, PA · 1d

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Hankin Group Honored for Leadership in Sustainable Community Planning

Hankin Group’s commitment to balancing residential development with environmental preservation has earned the real estate development and management company recognition for its work at Keva Flats in Exton. The 266-unit, 19-acre sustainable apartment community has received the Development Excellence Award as part of the 2026 Citizen Planner Awards presented...

Exton, PA · 9h

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Dunwoody Village Holiday Bazaar 2026 in Newtown Square Now Just a Week Away

The Holiday Bazaar at Dunwoody Village, a beloved annual tradition, is only a week away. Stop by Dunwoody Village on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 9 AM to 3 PM. Find a gift with a story, pick up homemade treats, and get a head start on holiday shopping at the Holiday Bazaar.

Newtown Square, PA · 1d