The Swarthmorean

08/19/2025

UPDATE: As fast as we put it out, we are clearing it. SUBJECT IS IN CUSTODY!There is no threat to the public at this time. The shelter in place has been lifted. Great job by everyone involved.

ALERT: There is a considerable amount of police activity at Baltimore Pike and Turner Road. If you live near that area, shelter in place for now. STAY AWAY FROM THE AREA! Multiple officers are in the area and we will update as soon as we can.

07/31/2025

If you graduated from Swarthmore High School before 1980 we’d love to interview you briefly for an upcoming story. Please respond below or message us through fb or at [email protected]

07/14/2025

Do you have swarthmore swim club memories you’d like to share? We’d love to hear them! Message us or reply below. Or, if you have a long history with the pool, and would be willing to chat with a reporter, let us know and we’ll connect you for a longer piece!

06/27/2025

Congrats to Lucy O’Brien of Tartan&Toile on your incredible accomplishment!

06/24/2025

06/16/2025

If you’re looking for extra copies of the June 13 Swarthmorean with SHHS graduation photos for grandparents, other relatives, etc., there are extra copies at the Swarthmore Co-op and the Swarthmore College Campus & Community Bookstore. We may not have extra copies next week, so get ‘em while they last!! 🧑‍🎓

05/22/2025

For those of you intrigued by NEW Swarthmore Farmers Market vendor Small World Seafood-they will make their debut on Saturday!!
Pre orders due by 8 p.m. tonight. See story for more info. Also subscribe to Robert’s email newsletter and find out about all their selections of lobster, littleneck clams, rock shrimp…

04/25/2025

Swarthmore Night Market getting started!
Friday April 25. 5-8pm

04/24/2025

The Nether Providence Board of Commissioners meeting has been canceled tonight.

04/05/2025

The recent storm has probably wreaked havoc on yards and planting beds around the area.

Did you see that Saturday, April 5, is Redbud’s Opening Day?! Show this local business some love and stop by their sweet spot off Providence Rd in Media to find a great selection of native and pollinator friendly plants to get your property spring ready! 🌺 🌳 🪴

04/05/2025

SwatAlert: Storm Damage on Campus: https://www.swarthmore.edu/swatalert?post=storm-damage-campus

03/19/2025

📢 Delaware County Council is holding its next Regular Public Meeting on Wednesday, March 19, at 6:00 p.m. in the County Council Public Meeting Room, located on the 1st floor of the Government Center at 201 W. Front Street in Media.

📋 About the Meetings

Delaware County Council holds recurring bi-weekly public meetings at 6:00 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month to discuss topics of interest to the County.

📌 Meeting Highlights

➡️ Make announcements and issue reports
➡️ Discuss important developments
➡️ Review administrative matters such as County contracts, purchases, agreements, and amendments

👥 Who’s in Attendance?

In addition to County Council members, meetings typically include the Executive Director, County Controller, County Solicitor, and County Clerk.

🗣️ Public Participation

The Regular Public Meeting is open to the public, and residents are welcome to attend and provide in-person comments on any topic related to the County.

🚗 Free Parking

Meeting attendees can now enjoy free parking on Wednesday evenings at our recently opened Orange Street Parking Lot, located adjacent to the Government Center Complex and accessible on W. Front Street between Orange and Citron Streets. Parking is first come, first served, and opens to the public at 5:00 p.m.

🎥 Watch Online

Meeting agendas can be accessed online, and meeting minutes are posted shortly after the conclusion of each meeting. Meetings are also live-streamed and made available for later viewing on the County’s website at DelcoPA.Gov/Meetings.

Stay informed and engaged in your local government!

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