Borough News
March Events at Folcroft Public Library
For more information about any Library programs or events, please call 610-586-1690.
March 2: Dr. Seuss Birthday Party with Green Eggs & Ham
March 13: Spring Children's Craft: Plant a Seed
March 14: St. Patrick's Day Read Aloud and Craft
March 16: Free Yoga!
March 20: Easter Read Aloud and Craft
March 21: Story Time with Sister Bear
Get a Simple Will/Durable Power of Attorney at DCCC Wills Clinic on March 21
Thursday, March 21, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Assistance given to: Low and moderate income residents of Chester and Delaware Counties (Eligibility requirements: Client incomes cannot exceed three times the 2023 Federal Poverty Guidelines.) Please Note: Attendees will need to return on Thursday, April 18 for an official wills signing.
Donate Supplies to PA National Guard - Your Help Needed!
There are about 200 Pennsylvania National Guard soldiers currently deployed to the horn of Africa that need our support. Supplies can be delivered to Borough Hall from Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. All donations can be dropped off at Folcroft Borough Hall through March 20.
February Programs at Folcroft Public Library
For more information about any Library programs or events, please call 610-586-1690.
Feb. 8: Fundraising Meeting at 6:30 PM
Feb. 14: 6:00 PM Valentine's Day Children's Craft at 6:00 PM
Feb. 17: President's Day Children's Craft at Noon
Feb. 21: Black History Month Read Aloud and Craft at 6:00 PM
Weekly Children’s Programs at Folcroft Public Library
For more information about any Library programs or events, please call 610-586-1690
MONDAYS: Game Night every Monday from 4-5PM
TUESDAYS: Craft Time every Tuesday from 4-5PM
WEDNESDAYS: Pre-School Storytime at 10AM; Homework Help from 4-5PM
THURSDAYS: Pre-School Storytyime at 10AM; Infant Storytime at Noon; Homework Help from 4-5PM
Folcroft Borough Police Department Accepting Applications for Full-Time Officers
The Borough of Folcroft is accepting applications for the position of Full Time Police Officer. Applications can be obtained from the Folcroft Borough Police Department, 1555 Elmwood Ave Folcroft, PA 19032 beginning Thursday February 1, 2024, until Thursday February 29, 2024.
Free Mammogram Screening Event Takes Place Friday, February 16
The Delaware County Health Department is partnering with Jefferson Health System to sponsor a mammogram screening event on Friday, February 16, from 9 am -3 pm at the Wellness Center in Chester, 151 W. 5th Street, Chester, PA 19013. A certified mammography technologist from Jefferson Health will perform each mammogram and timely screening results will be provided to each patient. Health insurance is not required. Appointments are limited for this screening event and registration will be handled on a first come, first serve basis.
Folcroft Borough Offices Closed Monday, February 19 for Presidents’ Day
Please Note: Trash Collection will take place as scheduled. The Borough of Folcroft will be closed for business on Monday, February 19 in observance of Presidents’ Day.
Southeast Delco Schools to Introduce New Superintendent at Community Forum January 29
Dr. Yamil Sanchez, newly hired Superintendent of Schools for the SE Delco School District, will take part in an introductory community forum taking place at Academy Park High School on Monday, January 29, from 6 to 7 pm. A meet-and-greet will follow in the school gymnasium.
Borough Offices Closed Due to Weather - Friday, Jan. 19
Due to inclement weather, Folcroft Borough offices will be closed on Friday, January 19.
All staff members will be available via email. Trash will be collected as scheduled; however, please be patient as delays are expected.
As always, our highway department will be working around the clock to clear our roads. Thank you and stay safe!
Winter Storm Reminders
Please Note:
All sidewalks must be cleared of snow within 24 hours of the end of accumulation
All fire hydrants must be cleared of snow
Street parking spots may not be reserved with furniture or other items – items found placed in the street with be taken by Borough staff and disposed of.
January 16 Borough Council Meeting Postponed
The Borough Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 16 has been postponed due to weather; the meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday, January 25th at 7:00 pm.
Borough Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - Monday, January 15
Folcroft Borough Offices will be closed on Monday, January 15 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Trash will NOT be collected on Monday.
Folcroft Borough 2024 Calendars Now Available
Folcroft Borough 2024 calendars have been mailed to residents. If you did not receive a calendar, they can be picked up at the Borough office during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8 am - 4 pm)
Borough Council Members Sworn in at Reorganization Meeting
At the Folcroft Borough Council Reorganization Meeting on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, Mayor Franny DiCicco swore in our newly elected council members.
Council President: Joseph G. Papaleo (re-elected)
Council Vice President: Leigh Daly (re-elected)
Councilmember: Malinda Isaac (re-elected)
Councilmember: Tawana Grayson (re-elected)
Councilmember: Frank Redding (newly-elected)
Christmas Tree Collection Begins January 3
Christmas tree collection begins on Wednesday, January 3 and runs through the entire month of January. Please place any trees out along the street on your scheduled trash day and it will be collected by borough staff.
Holiday Schedule
Happy Holidays from the Borough of Folcroft! Please note that borough offices will close at 12:00 pm on Friday, December 22. Offices will be closed all day on Monday, December 25 for Christmas and on Monday, January 1, 2024 for New Years Day.
Toy Giveaway - Monday, December 4
Folcroft Borough Council and Folcroft Borough Police Department present the 2023 Christmas toy giveaway for Folcroft residents. Registration Required. Folcroft Borough Hall Gym, 155 Elmwood Avenue
Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule
Borough Offices Closed Thursday and Friday. Trash will be picked up as scheduled on Friday, November 24
The Mayor and Borough Council would like to extend sincere wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving to all borough residents! Borough Offices will close at noon on Wednesday, November 22 and will remain closed Thursday and Friday.
Tree Lighting at Folcroft Library - Saturday, November 25
The Folcroft Borough Christmas Tree Lighting will take place Saturday, November 25 at the Folcroft Library, 1725 Delmar Drive. The event runs from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, with Santa arriving on a firetruck at 6:30. Bring a camera!