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How PTZOptics Is Revolutionizing Photography with New AI Tools
Headquartered in Downingtown, PTZOptics has become a leading innovator in professional cameras and remote video technology. This local company is pioneering a new era in photography and videography with cutting-edge AI tools and Computer Vision, allowing camera operators to automatically track and follow subjects in real time. New AI features like background removal and AI…
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How to Protect Your Cards and Avoid Holiday Shopping Scams
For many consumers, the holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year. Unfortunately, most scammers would agree. Debit and credit card scams increase yearly as holiday shopping kicks into high gear. And with credit card fraud rising a whopping 53 percent between 2019 and 2023, knowing how to protect your money from would-be scammers is…
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PECO Offers Exciting Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals to Help You Save on Energy Costs
As the holiday season approaches, PECO is offering incredible Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions that will help you save on energy costs while upgrading your home with the latest smart technology. From Nov. 13 through Dec. 3, PECO customers can enjoy up to $100 off ENERGY STAR-certified Google Nest Learning Thermostat (fourth gen) and…
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A ‘Game-Changer’ in Bucks County: Holy Family Awarded $1.3 Million for Expansion of Newtown West Campus
The state has awarded $1,324,800 in grant funding to Holy Family University for the forthcoming expansion of its Newtown West campus. State Sen. Steve Santarsiero and State Rep. Perry Warren announced the award of funding through Pennsylvania’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program. The money Holy Family receives will support building construction, roof work, technology upgrades, and…
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IBX Offers Variety of Plans as Open Enrollment for Individual and Family Health Plans Begins
Open Enrollment for individual consumers in Pennsylvania has begun. This year, Independence Blue Cross will continue to offer a variety of plans with comprehensive healthcare coverage and access to quality care. Now through Dec. 15 is the enrollment period for healthcare coverage that begins Jan. 1, 2025. The enrollment period for coverage ends Jan. 15 for…
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Considering an HRIS and Payroll Platform Upgrade for 2025? Here Are 5 Steps to Finding the Right Solution
In the digital age, businesses continually seek software solutions that streamline their human resources and payroll processes. The right HRIS and payroll software can drastically improve efficiency, data security, and compliance, but with a myriad of options available, it’s crucial to choose a system that aligns with your company’s specific needs. At RKL Virtual, we…
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Partnership with ACJ Helps Chester County Food Bank Amplify Its Mission, Deepen Its Impact
With traditional media in decline and the coverage of positive news dwindling, American Community Journals has pioneered an innovative model for local news and branded content delivery. ACJ’s approach is refreshingly straightforward: sharing community-focused stories that not only resonate with readers but also amplify the messaging of its affiliate partners. It’s a winning recipe trusted…
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DelVal Students Compete at Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge
Five Delaware Valley University students recently showcased their skills at the 22nd annual Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge in Plattsburgh, N.Y. Hosted by The William H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute, this year’s event brought together 76 students from colleges and universities across the northeastern U.S. and Canada. The Dairy Challenge is an innovative, three-day educational competition…
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Three-Time Grammy Winner Surprises PECO Customer Care Reps During Recent Visit to Her Hometown
During a recent visit to her hometown, three-time Grammy winner, poet, and actress Jill Scott stopped by the PECO Customer Care center to chat with PECO employees and offer warm words, encouragement, and thanks for the work they do. “It’s a blessing to have someone like Jill to recognize what we do,” said Pat Fennell-Peaks.…
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National Stress Awareness Day: How One Local Couple’s Innovative Product Helps People Manage Stress on the Go
Today, Nov. 6, is National Stress Awareness Day, the perfect time for West Chester entrepreneurs Paul and Lauren Richards to share the story behind their innovative product, StressGrip, a handheld tool they designed to help people manage stress on the go. Released in early 2020, StressGrip couldn’t have arrived at a more opportune time. As…
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Brumbaugh Wealth Management, MyOfficeOps to Co-Host Webinar on Business Succession and Benefits on Nov. 6
Kim Brumbaugh, founder of Brumbaugh Wealth Management, and Steve Rickel, CEO of MyOfficeOps, will co-host a free webinar on Business Succession and Benefits on Wednesday, Nov. 6 from 12-1 PM. Register here.
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Holy Family University’s Voter Engagement Efforts Lead to Increase in Student Registrations
Holy Family University has undertaken multiple initiatives to encourage more students to participate in the upcoming election. Through voter engagement efforts, 47 Holy Family students were newly registered to vote — and every student had the opportunity to engage in deepening their civic involvement. Students were able to register to vote through a series of…
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WSFS CARES Foundation’s $105,000 in Third-Quarter Grants Aim to ‘Create Lasting Change, Enhance Lives’
The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Bank, has provided grants to two organizations as part of its continuing series of philanthropic activities: “Through our ongoing support of local nonprofit partners, we strive to create lasting change and enhance the lives of those around us,” said Patrick J. Ward, Executive Vice President…
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GMercyU Student Explores Teaching in a Hospital Setting Through CHOP Placement
Gwynedd Mercy University student Hannah Ruch, a junior studying education, is gaining unique experience via her Teacher Apprentice Program (TAP) work at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, according to a staff report from GMercyU. After attending GMercyU’s Autism Conference last April, Ruch was motivated to seek a position that would deepen her understanding of diverse…
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DelVal’s Soil Judging Team Travels to Rhode Island, Qualifies for National Competition
The Delaware Valley University Soil Judging Team — the Augering Aggies — recently traveled to Rhode Island for the Northeast Regional Soil Judging Competition. Soil Judging is the pinnacle of experiential learning within the field of soil science and is highly applicable across other disciplines, including environmental science, agriculture, civil engineering, biology, etc. This fall,…
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Self-Taught Chef Cooks Up Entrepreneurial Success with Equipment Financing from Apex Commercial Capital
Elyse Dana, a self-taught chef and the owner of Iris Eats Maine, has had what she deems “an unconventional culinary journey.” She spent a decade cooking professionally on private yachts that sailed up and down the East Coast and throughout the Caribbean. “But that lifestyle can reach its expiration, and it certainly did for me,”…
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Widespread Tax Law Changes on Horizon as Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Sunsets in 2025
The turbulence surrounding key elections in 2024 isn’t limited to the campaign trail. With the expiration of 2017’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) set for Dec. 31, 2025, taxpayers of all types and sizes — from individuals to corporations — are likely to feel the reverberations of significant and widespread tax law change. In…
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GMercyU’s 4+2 Counseling Program Offers Students a Head Start, Tuition Savings Toward Master’s Degree
Gwynedd Mercy University’s Psychology program offers students a head start on a Counseling master’s degree, saving them time and up to $9,000 in graduate tuition. Launched for the 2024-25 academic year, the 4+2 Early Entry to GMercyU’s M.S. in Counseling program enables Psychology majors to take up to 12 credits of graduate courses during their senior year. “We are…
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