Havertown
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VondernLust: The Grange Estate is a 300-Year-Old Havertown Landmark Hiding in Plain Sight
I was born and raised in Haverford Township, and somehow it took me until my 40s to finally visit the historic Grange Estate. I’ve driven past it my whole life, but never stepped inside until recently. The first time I wandered onto the property while on a run, I felt like I’d stumbled into another…
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Kylie Kelce and Actress Kate Hudson Talk Fame and Taylor Swift
Kylie Kelce and actress Kate Hudson recently spoke about Taylor Swift on Kelce’s Not Gonna Lie podcast, praising the singer for her hard work, writes Olivia Bellusci for Newsweek. The actress, known for How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, spoke with Kelce about the trials of fame. Hudson and Kelce agreed it takes…
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Havertown Bar Owner Notes Guinness on the Rise Among a Surprising Demographic
Local bar owners, including Tom Thornton of J.D. McGillicuddy’s in Havertown, have noticed a boost in Guinness sales among an unexpected age group, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The acclaimed Irish stout has been a fan favorite for older demographics in Ireland and the United States since its creation. Recently, Thornton has noticed…
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Havertown Grille Is a Neighborhood and Jason Kelce Favorite
The Havertown Grille at 2409 West Darby Road in Havertown has been a neighborhood presence since 2012 but has received some extra attention lately as an occasional hangout for retired Philadelphia Eagle Jason Kelce. “You’ve heard about it. You’ve probably drove past it and saw it,” commented Bob Kelly for his Kelly Drives feature on…
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Regional Pizzeria, Looking to Spice Up Its Brand, Tosses to Customers for New Mascot Name
Tony Roni’s, a regional pizzeria, recently deepened its brand presence by adding a mascot named Peppi Roni. He is being positioned as as a unique visual in the active Phila. metro pizza market. After deciding on a look — a happy slice of pie with a distinctive crust mustache (he’s currently sporting a festive Santa…
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World Champ Havertown Irish Dancer Comes Home to Philly Region to Perform
A world champion Irish dancer and Havertown native came home to the Philadelphia region to perform Friday night, reports Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc.com. Ali Doughty was on stage at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, performing with the Trinity Irish Dance Company. The Chicago-based company performed traditional Irish dances with modern innovations. Sixteen company…
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World Champ Havertown Irish Dancer Comes Home to Philly Region to Perform
A world champion Irish dancer and Havertown native came home to the Philadelphia region to perform Friday night, reports Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc. Ali Doughty was on stage at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, performing with the Trinity Irish Dance Company. The Chicago-based company performed traditional Irish dances with modern innovations. Sixteen company…
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Llanerch School Apartments Leaves Mementos of the School It Once Was
The Main Line region is filled with hidden architectural gems with a rich history that were successfully preserved by being repurposed for modern-day use, including the Llanerch School Apartments in Havertown, writes Paul Jablow for the Main Line Today. A former school building, this Havertown institution was converted into apartments once it had outlived its…
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Alzheimer’s Hit Her and Her Mother; Now This Havertown Woman’s an Activist
Nicole MacLean said her mother, Sally Horrocks, would sometimes forget who her daughter was and would get angry, writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. But there were good days, too, like when Nicole and Sally did the Philadelphia Walk to End Alzheimer’s together. “I had her in a wheelchair and I pushed her through…
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Havertown Women’s Reaction at Eagles Game Goes Viral
Mary Kate Mink of Havertown was a victim of bad timing. Or maybe not. On Sunday, Fox’s cameras caught Mink using a few choice words to describe how she felt about a referee penalty call at the Eagles game with the New Orleans Saints, writes Rob Tornoe for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I think she disagreed…
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Havertown Man Bringing British Golf Brand Back, With a Link to 007
A Havetown man who grew up in Britain hopes the newest James Bond movie will revive interest in the British golf brand Penfold, featured in the Bond classic, Goldfinger, writes Kevin Riordan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The relaunch of the Penfold brand is being talked up by Gavin Perrett, CEO of Penfold Golf Limited. “We…
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Havertown Filmmaker Michael Tollin Busier Than Ever With New Projects
Award-winning documentary filmmaker Mike Tollin is never far from his Havertown roots, even when his best friends call him the “Hollywood guy,” writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. Tollin, who grew up in Havertown, helmed 2020’s The Last Dance, a 10-part ESPN series on Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls. At 65, Tollin…
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