Former Malvern Chick-Fil-A Employee is First Black Woman to Open Own Franchise Location in...
Sereena Quick, a former federal probation officer and employee at Malvern Chick-fil-A, has opened her own franchise location in North Philadelphia, writes Brian A. Saunders for Philly Voice. This makes Quick the first Black woman to own a Chick-fil-A in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Quick started her career...
Local Residents: Apply Now for Water Bill Assistance and New Forgiveness Program
Pennsylvania American Water has provided customer assistance for over 30 years through its H2O Help to Others Program. Starting October 1, 2025, eligible Pennsylvania residents can access several support programs, including the new Arrearage Forgiveness Program. These programs aim to help customers manage water and...
Chester County pharmacy fined $1M, put on probation for operation involving weight-loss drugs
A state-led investigation found the pharmacy compounded GLP-1 meds five days a week in one building, then sent them to the other building for inspection.
Neighbors fed up after a rash of car break-ins at complex in Wilmington, Delaware
After a string of four car break-ins in October alone, residents at the Towne Estates complex in Wilmington have had enough.
DelDOT reopens Route 13 bridges over Blackbird Creek
Drivers going between Smyrna and Odessa figure to get some relief, as a major DelDOT work project is nearing completion. DelDOT reopened a lane of Northbound Route 13 over the Blackbird Creek late Monday night, where repairs forced closures starting last month. Southbound Route 13 was expected to have a...
An IKEA Store Is Coming to the Promenade at Granite Run in Media
A new IKEA Media store is moving into the Promenade at Granite Run, 1111 W. Baltimore Pike, writes Max Bennett for Patch. IKEA Media will arrive in spring 2026 with a new format that will make it more accessible to customers. . “No more trekking through that notorious I-476 ‘Blue...
After trial, Delaware judge set to rule on New Castle property tax controversy
The summer backlash to New Castle County’s newly assessed property taxes is winding down with a Delaware judge expected to rule in the coming days on the question of whether commercial properties can be taxed at different rates than homes. The post After trial, Delaware judge set to rule on New Castle property tax...
Mosaic tries something new: Ugly Dumpling
Last spring, I heard all the buzz about the newest arrival to Main Street: Ugly Dumpling. Its opening in April captured the attention of Newark residents, with various locals reviewing the restaurant on TikTok. I was intrigued by Ugly Dumpling’s offerings, but never got the chance to try them myself....
City seeks to shed ‘No Fun Newark’ reputation, considers allowing entertainment venues downtown
Could downtown Newark ever again see a music venue like the legendary Stone Balloon? Right now, no, thanks to the city’s zoning laws. However, an effort is underway to loosen the regulations around entertainment venues with the goal of attracting a concert hall, piano bar, comedy club or similar businesses to Newark....
South Jersey EMT admits to stealing cash from patient while giving her medical aid
The Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office said 44-year-old Antoni Simmons, of Glassboro, pleaded guilty to stealing $220 from a victim’s purse when he was dispatched to help her on April 30 in Newfield.
