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Holy Family University Named One of America’s Best Colleges by Money Magazine
Holy Family University has been named one of Money magazine’s Best Colleges in America for 2025, earning a four-out-of-five-star rating and national recognition for its exceptional value, strong outcomes, and affordability. Holy Family is one of just 22 colleges and universities in Pennsylvania to earn four or more stars — out of the state’s 147…
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Eastern University Launches Direct-Entry Master of Science in Nursing
Eastern University will launch a new Direct-Entry Master of Science in Nursing, starting in Fall 2026. This program prepares students with non-nursing bachelor’s degrees to earn the following credentials and degrees within Eastern’s one comprehensive program: This innovative, 75-credit program can be completed in only two years. During the first four semesters, students will spend…
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TruMark Financial Credit Union Earns 2025 Certification as a Great Place to Work
TruMark Financial Credit Union has been certified as a 2025 Great Place to Work. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at TruMark Financial. This year, 76 percent of employees said it’s a great place to work — 19 points higher than the average U.S. company. Great…
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Valerie Cain Joins C&N as Vice President, Regional Retail Business Development Officer
With deep roots in relationship banking and a career marked by leadership and growth, Valerie Cain has stepped into a new role as Vice President and Regional Retail Business Development Officer at C&N. Bringing more than 25 years of experience in the banking industry, Cain will focus on expanding C&N’s presence in Bucks County and…
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Firstrust Bank’s Monetary Donation, Volunteer Effort Once Again Shine at Variety’s Annual Sunshine Games
For the campers at Variety — The Children’s Charity of the Delaware Valley, the annual Annie Madden Sunshine Games are a highlight of the summer: a day filled with Olympic-style games, laughter, and memories made with friends. And year after year, Firstrust Bank is there to help make it happen through both financial support and…
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A Vital Safety Reminder from PECO: Call 811 Before You Dig
Aug. 11 was National Call Before You Dig Day (8/11), an annual reminder for all residents, businesses, and contractors that safe digging must remain a priority to prevent damage to critical underground energy infrastructure and to keep communities safe. Before taking on any project that involves digging, 811 (PA One Call) must be called at…
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Your Tools to Protect Against Bank Account Fraud
It’s easy to brush off scams, especially when you think it’ll never happen to you. However, according to the Federal Trade Commission, Americans lost $2.95 billion to scams in 2024. And the majority of those losses came from impersonation scams. Criminals are finding sophisticated ways to con you out of your money, especially if they…
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IBX Announces Sunshine Award Winners of Seventh Annual Celebrate Caring Campaign
Independence Blue Cross has announced the three winners of its seventh annual Celebrate Caring campaign, which honors extraordinary nurses in the region: Among the hundreds of nominations submitted by patients, colleagues, family members, and community members, these three nurses go above and beyond to exemplify dedication, compassion, and excellence in their field. Their stories reflect the profound…
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Application Deadline for DelVal’s Spark Bowl Competition Coming Soon
The application deadline for Spark Bowl — a Shark Tank-style competition hosted by Delaware Valley University, the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce, and Startup Bucks — is Sept. 5. Finalists will pitch their ideas and compete for monetary prizes on Nov. 20 in DelVal’s Life Sciences Building Auditorium. As part of DelVal’s experiential learning program,…
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Citadel Launches Homebuyer Assistance Program to Expand Access in Underserved Philly Neighborhoods
Citadel Credit Union has launched its Home Help Program, a new initiative aimed at increasing access to home ownership in eligible communities across Philadelphia. The program provides up to $18,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance for eligible homebuyers. During its soft launch this summer, the program awarded $134,000 in grants, supporting $1.6 million in home financing as part of $6 million investment in community…
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RKL eSolutions Recognized as Top 40 VAR by Accounting Today
RKL eSolutions ranked 40th in Accounting Today’s 2025 list of leading value-added resellers (VAR) of accounting software by revenue. With $36.8 million in revenue, RKL eSolutions, a subsidiary of RKL LLP, has demonstrated significant expertise and impact in the accounting software industry. An Authorized Sage Partner, RKL eSolutions represents a portfolio of Sage software solutions,…
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PECO Awards More Than $200,000 to 20 Local Projects Improving Open Spaces
PECO recently honored the 20 municipalities and nonprofit organizations selected earlier this year as recipients of the 2025 PECO Green Region Open Space Program. The event recognized their efforts to preserve, protect, and enhance open spaces across southeastern Pennsylvania. This year’s recipients were awarded more than $200,000 combined in grant funding to support local sustainability…
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Caring for Aging Parents and Estate Planning: What the Children Need to Know
As parents age, adult children often find themselves in the dual role of caregiver and financial planner — a balancing act that can be emotionally and financially taxing. This dynamic, frequently referred to as the “sandwich generation,” describes those who support their children while caring for aging parents. One crucial yet often overlooked aspect of…
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Independence Health Group Names New President and CEO
Kelly Munson will succeed Gregory Deavens as President and Chief Executive Officer of Independence Health Group, effective Oct. 1. Deavens, who assumed the CEO role in 2021, announced his planned retirement in January. Munson currently serves as President and CEO of AmeriHealth Caritas, a jointly owned subsidiary of Independence Health Group. “Kelly is a savvy…
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Hobbies Could Help You Move Toward Financial Freedom
What if your favorite hobby could also provide you with real income? Whether you’re looking to grow your savings, pay down debt, or set aside extra cash for a vacation, here are a few hobbies that could help you move toward financial freedom. Photography Photography is an exciting skill that can become a source of…
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Shrewd Savings: How to Avoid Losing Money to Inflation
In normal economic conditions, inflation tends to increase prices gradually as consumer demand for goods grows. But today’s economic conditions aren’t normal. Higher inflation is triggered when external forces limit or alter supply of goods, which is exactly what happened in recent years due to social, political, and economic instability across the globe. As prices…
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IBX’s Post-Acute Care Program Improves Recovery Outcomes, Lowers Costs, Earns National Recognition
Independence Blue Cross is helping to improve recovery outcomes for its Medicare Advantage members after they leave the hospital and reduce costs with its Post-Acute Care Program. The program combines predictive analytics, proactive case management, and a focus on home-based recovery to ensure members receive the right care at the right time after a stay…







































