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WILMINGTON, DE — Colorectal cancer, long thought to begin when cells start growing out of control, may instead take root when the body’s normal tissue renewal quietly slows to a …
New Clue to Colon Cancer’s Origins Points to Slowed Cell Renewal, Not Runaway Growth Read More
VILLANOVA, PA — Villanova University has expanded its governing board with four new trustees, drawing leaders from faith, philanthropy, business, and law as the Catholic institution positions itself for its …
Villanova Adds Four New Voices to Board as University Charts Its Next Era Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — For one December morning, the school run came with a stretch limousine and a taste of life as a millionaire.
Limo Ride to School Marks Big Win for Philly Student in Bank Essay Contest Read More
ROYERSFORD, PA — A sweeping package of state grants totaling nearly $8 million is set to reshape roads, bridges, and wastewater systems across parts of Chester and Montgomery Counties, as …
Nearly $8M in State Grants Target Roads, Bridges, and Sewers Across SD44 Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A turbulent December for transit riders left its mark on the region’s largest transportation system, as system-wide ridership at the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority slipped slightly despite …
SEPTA’s December Numbers Reveal Shifting Commutes Amid Closures and Shortages Read More
WESTTOWN, PA — One of Chester County’s earliest commemorations of America’s 250th anniversary will unfold Tuesday morning with the words that helped ignite a nation.
Voices of the Founders to Launch America 250 Observance in Chester County Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, a cross-country Catholic pilgrimage centered on faith, history, and national identity will pass through Delaware next summer, with the …
Eucharistic Pilgrimage to Cross Delaware in 2026, Tied to Nation’s 250th Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A long-standing immigration hurdle that forced thousands of foreign-born religious workers to leave the United States for a year at a time is being dismantled under a …
Visa Rule Shift Ends Forced Departures for Religious Workers, Easing Years of Disruption Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — More than $1.12 million in new state funding is headed to Chester County to shore up aging sewer and water infrastructure, targeting projects officials say are …
Over $1.1M Flows to Chester County Water Projects as Aging Systems Get Boost Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania schools could soon trade rising electric bills for rooftop solar, as a new $25 million state grant program opens the door to hundreds of thousands of dollars …
Schools Eye Solar Windfall as $25M Grant Push Promises Major Energy Savings Read More