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A sprawling Glen Mills estate, complete with a pool, entertainment lodge, and its own golf hole, has hit the market for $4 million. We take a look inside. Also this week, popular HBO show Mare of Easttown landed accolades from the New York Times, buyers retain the upper hand in the local housing market, plus we round up spots to go pumpkin picking this season.
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A nearly 4-acre Glen Mills estate in the Rose Tree Media School District, complete with a multi-sport court, pool, par-three golf hole, and a dedicated entertainment space, is on the market for $4 million.
One of the property’s most interesting features is an “entertainment lodge” with two bars, a “restaurant-quality” kitchen, a brick patio, and a second-floor loft with a projector.
“You’d be hard pressed to replicate this property starting from scratch just because of the size of the lot and all the other amenities,” the listing agent said.
Read more about the estate and take a look inside.
💡 Community news
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The U.S. Department of Education is expanding its antisemitism investigation of Swarthmore College after a student group shared a since-deleted video of an Israeli soldier being set on fire. The group had its college affiliation revoked last year for violating school policy.
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Delaware County-set HBO drama Mare of Easttown was named to the New York Times’ list of the 100 best television shows of the 21st century so far. One reviewer said it delivers “Pennsylvania atmosphere so thick you could slap it on a hoagie and eat it with sweet peppers.”
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Delaware County, along with Philadelphia, remains a buyer’s market, according to the latest Redfin data — but because of demand, sellers are less likely to give concessions.
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Looking to go pumpkin picking this season? The Inquirer has rounded up 19 spots in the region, including Linvilla Orchards and Arasapha Farms.
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Swarthmore’s flu vaccine clinic is today from 4 to 6 p.m. at the borough hall. You can register here.
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Monday is the last day to register to vote if you want to cast your ballot in the November election. Check out The Inquirer’s guide to the 2026 midterms.
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There is a No Kings protest planned at the Delaware County Courthouse in Media on Saturday as part of the nationwide movement.
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SEPTA’s new Regional Rail schedule goes into effect Sunday. Expect train number changes on the Media/Wawa line, adjusted departure times, as well as new morning peak-hour express train patterns.
🗺️ Other nearby news
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A new home decor and interior design store, The Shop at Punctuate Your Style Design Co., is opening its doors at the Chadds Ford Barn Shops with a grand opening on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
🏫 Schools briefing
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Nether Providence police are investigating claims that a substitute teacher who worked in Wallingford-Swarthmore School District had potentially inappropriate communication with “a limited number of students.” The teacher, who is not employed by the district, has been put on leave and isn’t allowed on district property.
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Middletown Township’s council is slated to meet Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Penn State Brandywine and could vote on Rose Tree Media’s proposed K-1 Early Learning Center. An agenda for the meeting hasn’t been released yet, but the township has just a few meetings left before it has to decide whether to allow the district to move forward with its plans.
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There are still some spaces open in Little Panthers Preschool, Strath Haven High School’s three-day program for kids ages 3 to 5.
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This weekend is both Rose Tree Media and Wallingford-Swarthmore School Districts’ homecomings.
🍽️ On our plate
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Aunt Kim’s Gluten Free Bakery in nearby Chadds Ford is closing its doors, with its last day slated for Saturday. The owners of the bakery in the Olde Ridge Village Shops cited medical reasons for the closure.
🎳 Things to do
🌲 Steve Tobin: In the Light: This new yearlong exhibition features over 50 of the artist’s works across Tyler Arboretum’s grounds. ⏰ Opening Friday, Oct. 16, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. through October and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. starting in November 💵 $10-$18 for non-members, free for members 📍 Tyler Arboretum, Media
🇲🇽 Dia de los Muertos Celebration: Families with children ages 2 to 12 can learn about the cultural significance of the holiday through music, dance, and traditional costumes. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 17, 5:30-7 p.m. 💵 $5-$25 suggested donation 📍 Park Avenue Community Center, Swarthmore
🎶 Barnaby Bright: The alt-Americana and indie folk band will take the stage during this BYOB event. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 17, 8 p.m. 💵 $25 📍 Hedgerow Theatre, Rose Valley
🎃 Worth the drive: See over 70 giant pumpkins transformed into glowing works of art on the grounds of the Chadds Ford Historical Society for The Great Pumpkin Carve. There will also be food and drink vendors. ⏰ Thursday, Oct. 15, 2-9 p.m.; Friday, Oct. 16, 2-10 p.m.; and Saturday, Oct. 17, noon-10 p.m. 💵 $5-$15 for non-members, free for members 📍 Chadds Ford Historical Society
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