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3 weeks ago | 
mainlinetoday.com | Gina Lizzo |Hobart Rowland |Ben Silver |Marilyn Odesser-Torpey
Shallow and family-friendly, the Brandywine is easily navigable by canoe, kayak or inner tube—and so long as you put in and take out on public property and have transportation, you don’t need a guide. West Chester’s Northbrook Canoe Co. has been on the creek for more than 45 years and offers a variety of floating experiences ranging from an hour to more than two. All come out of the water at Northbrook’s camp. 1810 Beagle Road, West Chester,(610) 793-2279.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
delawaretoday.com | Marilyn Odesser-Torpey
“Where did I come from?” It is a question dreaded by many parents of young children. Is this the right time to sit the child down and have the Talk? And if not now, when? “In my own practice, I have experienced an uptick in kids’ curiosity about sex in the questions they ask and the comments they make,” says Matthew Yoder, LCSW, a social worker and therapist in Newark.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
mainlinetoday.com | Marilyn Odesser-Torpey
Located in D.C.’s historic Penn Quarter neighborhood, this unique hotel is housed in a former 19th-century bank building known for such illustrious clients as Abraham Lincoln and Richard Nixon. Want to enjoy a night on the town without the kids? Riggs partners with White House nannies for painstakingly vetted childcare. Four-legged friends get food, water bowls and bespoke dog beds. Don’t miss weekend brunch at Café Riggs, with its French-accented menu and limitless champagne.
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Dec 23, 2024 | 
mainlinetoday.com | Marilyn Odesser-Torpey
Like the city of Annapolis itself, this 1879 charming Dutch Colonial duplex combines historic and modern elements. Guest and common rooms seamlessly blend original architectural features and stylishly contemporary décor. Tucked away on a quiet side street, it’s within easy walking distance of the vibrant city’s downtown attractions, shopping and dining. Choose from three rooms and three suites, all furnished with specially designed mattresses and luxe linens.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
cstoredecisions.com | Marilyn Odesser-Torpey
Just as a c-store retailer evaluates its market area when choosing the products to sell at its stores, it also considers its market when selecting its foodservice programs, as well as operations, space and long-term goals.
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Oct 30, 2024 | 
delawaretoday.com | Marilyn Odesser-Torpey
Congratulations, mom and dad! Your youngest is about to embark on an exciting life adventure, striking out on their own to attend college, start a new job, or get married. You’re justifiably proud, but you might be feeling a host of other emotions too. “Watching a child leave home is certainly a transition for many parents, one that can result in feelings of ambivalence and a mix of emotions,” says Jennifer Shroff Pendley, Ph.D., a psychologist in Greenville.
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Oct 3, 2024 | 
mainlinetoday.com | Marilyn Odesser-Torpey
In the theater world, a ghost light is a single bulb on a metal stand left on to illuminate the stage for restless spirits. But this boutique hotel is more about hospitality than haunting. Once the Playhouse Inn, the structure has been completely renovated after being shuttered for years. Eight of the 12 rooms overlook the Delaware River, and some have Juliet balconies.
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Sep 18, 2024 | 
thehuntmagazine.com | Marilyn Odesser-Torpey
First-class accommodations await at the Historic Hotel Bethlehem. Courtesy of Discover Lehigh Valley. The Lehigh Valley offers picture-perfect options for the perfect weekend getaway in Pennsylvania. Don’t look now, but the Lehigh Valley is the fastest growing region in the state, thanks to its status as a bedroom community for Philadelphia, New York City and parts of New Jersey.
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Sep 10, 2024 | 
mainlinetoday.com | Marilyn Odesser-Torpey
Don’t look now, but the Lehigh Valley is the fastest growing region in the state, thanks to its status as a bedroom community for Philadelphia, New York City and parts of New Jersey. Weekend warriors will find an abundance of historical sites, arts and culture, indoor and outdoor activities, and unique places to stay, dine and shop. With a robust festival schedule and tree-lined streets and trails vibrant with seasonal colors, fall in the valley is a particularly special time.
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Sep 6, 2024 | 
cstoredecisions.com | Marilyn Odesser-Torpey
Menu innovation is imperative for food-forward convenience store retailers to compete in a market where customers have a plethora of restaurant options available to them. Whether or not a new menu item will become permanent, the excitement of new and seasonal choices will renew customers’ enthusiasm for the brand.
