Wellness

More Than Medicine

Medical expertise with heart — a veterinarian devoted to every beloved patient’s wellbeing Article by Dr. Marcie Wynkoop Dipaulo and Karin Davidson Our pets give us unconditional love, and when they seem sick or not quite themselves, we want the best care possible. For more than 65 years, Media Veterinary Hospital (MVH) has been serving our community. We spoke with the hospital’s Medical Director, Dr. Marcie Wynkoop DiPaulo, about her journey and passion for helping our beloved animal...

Life + Culture

Marie and the Magic of Marbles

How One Woman Helped Keep America’s Oldest Kid-Sport Alive Article by Karin Davidson | Photography by mthomascarpets@gmail.com Marie Thomas never expected that a simple childhood game would become the center of her life’s work. She didn’t grow up dreaming of coaching marble shooters or traveling to national tournaments. She certainly didn’t imagine she would one day help preserve a sport older than Little League baseball. But sometimes, the most meaningful journeys begin with a small moment —...

Arts + Culture

Parks, Play, and Community: Fun for Everyone

Our Media and Upper Providence communities take pride in offering activities and events for all ages Article by Cheyenne Forbes | Photography by Courtesy Media Borough, Upper Providence and Karin Davidson When you talk about a great summer adventure, don’t forget our municipalities’ programs. Everything you need for a great time is in the heart of our community! Parks and recreation experts are the glue that helps our summer opportunities. They plan and organize exciting activities for people...

Health + Wellness

Vet Care Gone Exotically Wild

The Heart of Exotic Animal Medicine: A Look Inside a Practice Transforming Care for Unusual Pets Article by Karin Davidson and Dr. Alisa Rassin | Photography by eahphilly.vet Exotic animal medicine is a field defined by curiosity, complexity, and constant discovery. For Dr. Alisa Rassin, the path into this specialty began with a simple realization: many exotic species were not receiving the level of veterinary care they deserved.  That early spark has since grown into a thriving, women‑owned...