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Bensalem Man Can Hunt and Fish Again Thanks to Local Doctor Pinpointing the Source of His Pain
Ron Mroz of Bensalem used to enjoy hunting and fishing with his friends, according to a staff report from 6ABC. “We go up there, and we fish for a week up in the mountains,” he said. “And we fish different streams and all.” But then he had to start missing some of those beloved yearly…
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Forma Provides a Contemporary Vibe for Playgrounds
General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square, a leading distributor of commercial playground equipment, introduces Forma, a new playground structure for those who want a different style in their community or school play environment. Forma brings a sculptural look to traditional play structures, taking play to a new dimension with a unique look and a unique…
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In Delco, That Neighbor Next Door Could Be a Philadelphia Eagle
Philadelphia Eagles Center Jason Kelce may be from Ohio, but he’s put down local roots, writes Erik Gunther for realtor.com. Kelce settled in Haverford Township after he got a bargain on a four-bedroom home that went for $680,000 in January 2018 after listing for $800,000 in May 2017. The stone home sits on a one-acre…
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A New Building and a New Vision for Juvenile Detention Center
Delaware County Council is considering demolishing the county’s juvenile detention center and building a new facility, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. “There’s an added benefit to truly starting from scratch,” Delaware County Councilman and Juvenile Detention Board of Managers Chair Kevin Madden said. “People have trauma that is associated with the brick…
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Hey Wawa, Now Rutter’s Coming to Town With Some New Stores
There’s another player In the convenience store wars coming to our region. Its name is Rutter’s. York-based convenience store and gas station chain Rutter’s is expanding with 50 new stores over the next five years, and some are coming into Wawa territory, writes Michael Tanenbaum for Philly Voice. Exact locations haven’t been named, but the…
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Inclusive Play: Teamwork On and Off the Playground
More and more communities are recognizing the importance of accessible, inclusive play for children of all abilities, including one community in Montgomery Township PA that brought in General Recreation experts to help them plan a vibrant, inclusive playground. General Recreation worked with Christopher Green, Senior Landscape Architect at Gilmore & Associates, to complete an expansive…
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FitCore Extreme Embraces Popularity of High-Intensity Strength Training
As the nation continues to embrace the importance of fitness, particularly for children, General Recreation in Newtown Square gives you FitCore Extreme to create your own custom fitness course. You can create your own course by using combinations of pre-designed challenges to encourage kids, teens, and adults to get and stay fit. The course can…
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Outdoor Recreation Now Comes With Solar Charging Stations
Now you can enjoy the outdoors and not worry about a dead smartphone or tablet battery, thanks to solar charging stations. With solar charging stations at outdoor benches and poles, people can stay connected through an environmentally friendly, self-contained power system. General Recreation in Newtown Square offers a variety of Sun Charge Systems’ clean-energy products.…
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Bonner Grad Jim Haley Signed by Phillies to Minor League Deal
The Phillies have reportedly signed Bonner & Prendergast High graduate Jim Haley to a minor league deal, writes Matthew DeGeorge with the Daily Times. The 27-year-old had six seasons with the Tampa Bay Rays, after they drafted him in the 19th round of the 2016 draft. In 2022, he was with the Triple-A Durham Bulls,…
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Inclusive Play: Teamwork On and Off the Playground
More and more communities are recognizing the importance of accessible, inclusive play for children of all abilities, including one community in Montgomery Township PA that brought in General Recreation experts to help them plan a vibrant, inclusive playground. General Recreation in Newtown Square worked with Christopher Green, Senior Landscape Architect at Gilmore & Associates, to…
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PA Loses 40,000 Residents Over a Year, 4th Largest US Decline
Pennsylvania’s population declined by over 40,000 residents between July 1, 2021, and July 1, 2022, the fourth largest loss in the country, writes Jordyn Hironec and Ryan Sharrow for Philadelphia Business Journal. The numbers come from U.S. Census Bureau data. The three states with a greater population decline in that same year were New York,…
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General Recreation: Fitness Circuit Playground a ‘Win’ for El Primer Paso
The El Primer Paso School in Dover, NJ realized a “long-time dream” when it opened a new play area, said Susan O’Donnell, director of El Primer School. At the unveiling, El Primer Paso school family and supporters gathered, along with New York Jets players, to spread 20 tons of green and white loose-fill rubber mulch…
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For 47 Years, General Recreation has Helped Clients With Recreation Needs
General Recreation, Inc. in Newtown Square has been assisting clients for 47 years with their recreational needs thanks to its affiliation with national manufacturers to find the most innovative recreation products available. Through the years, General Recreation experts have guided and helped install thousands of local recreation projects in public and private parks, recreation areas,…
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‘Last Call,’ Film Comedy With Philly Suburb Ties, Continues to Stream on Paramount+
Last Call, a movie with deep area roots, continues streaming on Paramount+. The 2021 film is loosely based on the experiences of Upper Darby High School Class of 1990 graduate Greg Lingo, executive producer and co-writer with director Paolo Pilladi, reported Dawn Timmeney at FOX29 News. The film stars: Piven portrays Mick, a successful real…
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Children’s Play Time Is a Key to Early Learning
Children’s play should be seen as an essential vehicle for learning and early education, not a distraction from it, say early childhood experts. That’s the message delivered at a webinar on the importance of play hosted by The Hunt Institute and Trust for Learning, writes Kara Arundel for K-12DIVE. “Children have to learn to…
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General Recreation: Playground Nurtures Whole Child at Oak Knoll School
General Recreation in Newtown Square often has client projects that are years in the making but sometimes the creation of a great playground, like one at Oak Knoll School, is very swift. General Recreation’s Joe Del Vecchio worked closely with Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, New Jersey to remove an older…
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From General Recreation: The Smart Play Centre
General Recreation in Newtown Square, a playground designer, and equipment supplier, introduces Smart Play Centre: Three separately themed playhouses for 2-to-5-year-olds. The one, two, or three playhouses link with a series of elevated crawl tunnels to foster dynamic learning and playing experience. In The Loft, handrails lead young children up the steps and into a…
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Thinking of Building a Playground? Here’s How to Get Started
If you’re thinking of building a playground in your community or school, you’ll need a vision and a systematic approach to get things started, according to General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square. You’re going to want a play environment that offers maximum play value to users and safety for visitors while minimizing the lifetime cost…
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