• From Second-Guessing to Trusting Her Instincts, Immaculata Nursing Grad Perseveres

    From Second-Guessing to Trusting Her Instincts, Immaculata Nursing Grad Perseveres

    When Julia Darlak, who had long been interested in the nursing field, shadowed nurses as a high school student, she was surprised to meet so many who had earned their collegiate nursing education, whether it was a bachelor’s degree in nursing or graduate study, from Immaculata University. “I was inspired by their devotion to their patients’ holistic…

  • Kin Wellness and Support Center Selected as Beneficiary of C&N’s 2024-25 Fundraising Efforts

    Kin Wellness and Support Center Selected as Beneficiary of C&N’s 2024-25 Fundraising Efforts

    C&N has pledged to raise funds through the end of May 2025 for the nonprofit Kin, a holistic wellness and support center in Furlong that provides free services through its unique, 360-degree care model to cancer patients, their caregivers, and oncology healthcare workers across Bucks County. Through the bank’s “Giving Back, Giving Together” campaign, C&N…

  • How to Protect Your Business from Scams, Cybercriminals

    How to Protect Your Business from Scams, Cybercriminals

    Between 2020 and 2022, cyber attacks on small businesses increased by 150 percent. In today’s world, even the most routine activities like opening emails or surfing the web leave small businesses vulnerable to criminals. Each year, as cybercriminals perfect their techniques, the risks to businesses continue to grow, making it more important than ever to recognize…

  • How Haverford Systems Transforms Courtrooms with Audiovisual Technology

    How Haverford Systems Transforms Courtrooms with Audiovisual Technology

    Integrating audiovisual technology into courtrooms is not just a luxury but a necessity, ensuring that justice is served swiftly and accurately. Robust systems with pan-tilt-zoom cameras, digital displays, unidirectional microphones, high-performance speakers, and control systems can significantly improve the quality of legal proceedings. As more courtrooms shift toward hybrid models, especially in the post-pandemic era,…

  • West Chester Home to One of Top 25 Historic Hotels of America in Film and Television History

    West Chester Home to One of Top 25 Historic Hotels of America in Film and Television History

    West Chester is home to one of the Top 25 Historic Hotels of America in Film and Television History, according to a 2023 report from Hotel News Resource. The list is published by Historic Hotels of America, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation that aims to recognize, celebrate, and promote the…

  • C&N Donates $20,000 Through EITC Contributions to the Central Bucks School District Education Foundation

    C&N Donates $20,000 Through EITC Contributions to the Central Bucks School District Education Foundation

    C&N has donated $20,000 to the Central Bucks School District Education Foundation under the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC).  The Central Bucks School District Education Foundation is a fundraising and community connections partner for the Central Bucks School District and its 23 schools. C&N supports the independent nonprofit’s mission of providing access to resources and…

  • Firstrust Bank to Once Again Support Annual Point Breeze Community Appreciation Day

    Firstrust Bank to Once Again Support Annual Point Breeze Community Appreciation Day

    Firstrust Bank is excited to once again support the Point Breeze Community Appreciation Day in the neighborhood where the bank was founded 90 years ago. The theme of this year’s event, which will be held on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 12-8 PM in the Point Breeze neighborhood of South Philadelphia, is Education Matters 2024. Point…

  • ‘Nurses Are the Heart and Soul of Healthcare’: IBX Honors Trio of Nurses Through Its Celebrate Caring Campaign

    ‘Nurses Are the Heart and Soul of Healthcare’: IBX Honors Trio of Nurses Through Its Celebrate Caring Campaign

    Independence Blue Cross has announced the three winners of its sixth annual Celebrate Caring campaign, which honors extraordinary nurses in the region: Among the hundreds of heartfelt 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…

  • Painting PECO’s Electric Transmission Towers Is a Tall Task

    Painting PECO’s Electric Transmission Towers Is a Tall Task

    “Don’t look down” is a common refrain for people who are afraid of heights. If you’ve ever climbed a tall tree, scaled a ladder to clean your gutters, or even changed a lightbulb, you probably felt some unease contemplating all that could go wrong if you slipped and fell. The stakes are even higher for…

  • Ambler Savings Bank Empowers Local Businesses with Diverse Lending Options

    Ambler Savings Bank Empowers Local Businesses with Diverse Lending Options

    Celebrating 150 years in business, Ambler Savings Bank remains a paradigm of support for local businesses, offering a wide array of lending options tailored to meet the diverse needs of entrepreneurs and business owners. From lines of credit to more structured term loans, the bank’s comprehensive approach to business lending is designed to foster growth,…

  • Mastering the Exit Interview: Unlocking Valuable Insights for Organizational Growth

    Mastering the Exit Interview: Unlocking Valuable Insights for Organizational Growth

    It’s often said that feedback is a gift, and this adage certainly holds true if your organization is seeking candid perspectives and insights on your employee experience. An exit interview or survey can provide just that — the opportunity to uncover a non-biased view of your working environment company culture and recurring themes and trends…

  • Phillies Name Independence Blue Cross as Team’s First Official Jersey Patch Partner

    Phillies Name Independence Blue Cross as Team’s First Official Jersey Patch Partner

    Independence Blue Cross, Philadelphia’s hometown health insurer for more than 85 years, has been named the Philadelphia Phillies’ Official Jersey Patch Partner. The news was revealed during a press event at Citizens Bank Park, with Phillies and IBX leaders unveiling the inaugural jersey patch before its on-field debut at that day’s Phillies-Yankees game. “The Philadelphia…

  • Five Trails in Your Neighborhood to Try Out This Summer

    Five Trails in Your Neighborhood to Try Out This Summer

    Did you know there are more than 411 miles of trails in the Greater Philadelphia region? That’s right, the Circuit Trails is an expansive network of multiuse trails that weave through cities, neighborhoods, and rural parts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The trails serve as connectors to outdoor spaces for recreation, relaxation, and access to…

  • This 401(k) Rollover Mistake Could Cost You Money

    This 401(k) Rollover Mistake Could Cost You Money

    Workers who pull their retirement savings out of the stock market after changing jobs miss out on billions in investment gains, usually without meaning to, writes Anne Tergesen for The Wall Street Journal. When individuals transfer their 401(k) balances from their previous employer’s plan into an individual retirement account, these funds are often held as…

  • IBX’s Clinical Care Innovation Program Wins Top Honors from Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    IBX’s Clinical Care Innovation Program Wins Top Honors from Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    Independence Blue Cross was honored recently with the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s Brand Innovation Award. IBX won the award for its Clinical Care Innovation Program, which supports the efforts of hospitals and doctors to develop and test rapid, safe, and structured approaches to improve healthcare. Every year, Blue Cross Blue Shield plans compete for the prestigious…

  • DELCO Careers – Firstrust Bank

    DELCO Careers – Firstrust Bank

    Founded 90 years ago, Firstrust Bank is the largest family-owned commercial bank in the region. Firstrust’s promise is to empower its customers’ success by offering them the most tailored, state-of-the-art banking solutions they can get, along with advice on how to best manage their finances, build their businesses, and overcome financial challenges. Firstrust is looking…

  • Get to Know WilmU at a Virtual Open House on Aug. 7

    Get to Know WilmU at a Virtual Open House on Aug. 7

    Learn about Wilmington University’s personalized academics in a caring community at a Virtual Open House on Wednesday, Aug. 7 from 7 AM-7 PM. In addition to having the application fee waived at this event, you can: Passionate about a career in health professions? Meet WilmU’s dynamic College of Health Professions staff to dive into the…

  • USA TODAY Names Philadelphia ‘Most Walkable City to Visit’ for Second Consecutive Year

    USA TODAY Names Philadelphia ‘Most Walkable City to Visit’ for Second Consecutive Year

    For the second consecutive year, Philadelphia has been voted the “Most Walkable City to Visit” in the annual USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards contest. Walkability is a key factor for travelers when choosing a destination and offers significant benefits for city residents. In Philadelphia, visitors and residents can explore the city’s neighborhoods on foot, enjoying sights ranging…