Because of its beautifully landscaped streets and parks, and its 20-acre (81,000 m 2) man-made lake, Ridley Park became popular in the late 19th century and early part of the 20th century as a summer resort for wealthy Philadelphians who built most of …

The purpose of the project is to ensure a safe and efficient crossing over the Sellers Avenue bridge for all modes of transportation, as the bridge connects downtown Ridley Park Borough with the residential communities.

To understand the history of Ridley Park, you must first appreciate the era of the 1870s. The country is recovering from the Civil War where Pennsylvania’s industrial enterprise and natural resources were essential factors in the economic strength of the northern cause.

4 days ago · RIDLEY PARK, Pa. (WPVI) -- The National Transportation Safety Board said it is investigating the fire that consumed part of a SEPTA train on Thursday night in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.

Ridley Park is a small suburban Philadelphia community founded by the owners of the Pennsylvania Railroad as a summer retreat. We are located near I-95 and I-476 with train service to Philadelphia and to Washington, D.C.

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4 days ago · RIDLEY PARK, Pa. (WPVI) -- A SEPTA train carrying roughly 350 people went up in flames on Thursday night in Delaware County. It happened around 6 p.m. near the Crum Lynne Station in Ridley Park.

RIDLEY PARK - All the dwellings at Ridley Park are occupied and others are to be erected this summer by Philadelphians who wish their families to leave the hurry and bustle of the city and enjoy a quiet and peaceable life.

Founded in 2000, our mission is to collect and preserve artifacts related to the history of Ridley Park, and offer programs and social events that educate and encourage the preservation of our historical assets and resources.

Jan 12, 2025 · Ridley Park is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 7,245. Ridley Park is in Delaware County. Living in Ridley Park offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes.