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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Wawa Ranked in Top 30 on Forbes’ 2026 List of America’s Largest Family Businesses
Wawa has secured its spot among the most powerful family-owned companies in the country, and for anyone who has ever made a late-night hoagie run…
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44 Dogs Rescued from Broomall Home Now Recovering at Brandywine Valley SPCA
Dozens of dogs rescued from horrific conditions inside a Delaware County home are on the road to recovery at the Brandywine Valley SPCA in New…
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The Best Public Golf Courses in Bucks County Right Now: 3 Courses Worth Playing This Week
Public golf in Bucks County runs deep. Golfers have options across every price point and skill level. This week, with the PGA Championship being played…
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Topgolf Philadelphia Is the Perfect Spot for Bucks County Golf Fans Who Aren’t Heading to Aronimink
The 108th PGA Championship tees off today at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Delaware County, on the other side of Philadelphia, about an hour…
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Foundations Community Partnership Appoints Veteran Child Psychologist Dr. Andrew Kind-Rubin to Board
A Bucks County foundation dedicated to the behavioral health needs of children and families has added an experienced child psychologist to its board of directors.…
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Lyme Disease Risk Is Rising in Bucks County and Southeast Pennsylvania. Here’s What You Need to Know
If it feels like tick season is starting earlier and hitting harder, you’re not imagining it. Health officials and researchers are warning that 2026 could…
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Brad Ingelsby Talks ‘Task,’ ‘Mare of Easttown,’ and Possible Crossover
In a recent interview, critically acclaimed filmmaker Brad Ingelsby spoke about the future of the Delco-centered hit shows Task and Mare of Easttown, writes Kevin P. Sullivan for Gold Derby. …
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Philly’s ‘Skinny Joey’ Merlino Opening Cheesesteak Shop in Boothwyn
Just a year after opening his South Philadelphia cheesesteak shop, “Skinny Joey” Merlino is launching new locations at the Jersey Shore and Delaware County, writes Michael…
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Bucks County Town Ranks No. 3 on ConsumerAffairs List of Best Places to Move
Levittown has been ranked one of the best places to move in Pennsylvania, coming in at No. 3 on a list of 20 communities evaluated…
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Meet the Delco Mailman Who Played the Flyers’ Original Orange Mascot
In November 1978, the Flyers introduced their brand-new, furry orange mascot, but it wasn’t the Gritty we now know and love. Slapshot was the Philadelphia hockey team’s first official mascot, and Dennis Boyle, a 26-year-old mailman from…
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Local Malls Adapt or Close as Consumer Needs and Desires Change
Mike Fenn, 45, grew up in Delaware County and hung out as a teenager at the Granite Run Mall, the Springfield Mall, and King of…
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Three Montco Restaurateurs Buy Doylestown’s Station Tap House, Rebrand It The Station
Three restaurateurs from Montgomery County have purchased Doylestown’s Station Tap House, with plans to rebrand the restaurant in their first Bucks County project, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Enhances Delaware County’s Water Infrastructure, Replaces 25,120 Feet of Aging Water Mains
Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 25,120 feet of aging water mains across Delaware County. The aged cast-iron pipes are being replaced with new ductile iron mains composed of nearly…
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PECO Announces Transition of President and CEO David Vahos to Special Advisor to Exelon’s President and CEO
PECO President and CEO David Vahos will transition to the role of Special Advisor to Exelon President and CEO Calvin Butler. Mike Innocenzo, Exelon’s Chief…
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Delaware County Uses TikTok to Link Local Government and Residents
Delaware County has been launching informative and often entertaining TikTok videos to reach residents, thanks to a Delaware County millennial and Gen Z comms team.…
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Wawa Has 1,200 Stores, 1 Billion Customers, and Millionaire Cashiers. Its ESOP Ownership Model Is Why
Most convenience store chains follow a familiar path. Go public. Scale fast. Answer to shareholders. Wawa took a different route, and that choice still shapes…

























