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Norristown Planning Commission Gives Green Light for Elmwood Park Zoo Expansion Plans
The expansion plans for Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown, which would add 20 acres of land for new exhibits and amenities, are moving forward, writes Michael Tanenbaum for the Philly Voice. The plans includes an Amur tiger habitat, a future centerpiece of an Asian animals section, a restaurant, and an education center, among other additions.…
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Locals Swear By These Two Historic Eateries in Montgomery County
Two Montgomery County eateries found their place on the list of the seven little-known historic Pennsylvania restaurants that locals swear by, writes David Murphy for FoodNService. Rather than chasing trends or publicity, these restaurants have been serving the same dishes with confidence for generations, relying on reputation, memory, and routine. The William Penn Inn in…
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Hatboro Pizza Celebrates 25 Years of Serving Up Tradition and Community
Hatboro Pizza has been a local favorite for 25 years, but its roots go even deeper, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Owners John and Monica Katelas have been in the pizza business since the 1970s, starting in Philadelphia before making their way to Hatboro, where they’ve built a true community staple. Since opening on…
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Eric Dixon’s Final Season at Villanova Could Be One for the Record Books
Villanova’s Eric Dixon is making the most of his final college season, leading the nation in scoring with 23.6 points per game, writes Tom Haines for the Bucks County Courier Times. The Abington High School alum could become the first Big 5 player to claim the national scoring title since Temple’s Bill Mlkvy in 1951.…
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As Its New Executive Director, Gladwyne’s Karnit Biran Ready for Israeli Film Festival Of Philadelphia
The Israeli Film Festival of Philadelphia will run from March 20 to March 30, helmed by its new executive director, Gladwyne’s Karnit Biran, writes Melissa Jacobs for the Main Line Tonight. Biran volunteered for the festival for a decade before taking on her new role last year. She is a native Israeli and Tel Aviv…
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Stella of New Hope Refreshes Bar Menu, Adds Adult Happy Meal
Stella of New Hope has introduced a refresh of its bar menu, featuring new elevated snacks and bites and its first-ever Adult Happy Meal, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The new bar menu from Executive Chef Keith Bernstein is offered nightly during dinner service in the cozy 12-seat bar. It features several dishes from…
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Prime Retail Property Near King of Prussia Mall Hits Market with Top Tenants Secured
A brand-new retail hotspot is coming to the bustling King of Prussia area, and it’s up for grabs, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This 10,000-square-foot building at 129 S. Gulph Road is hitting the market for $13.29 million, offering an exciting opportunity for an investor looking to own prime real estate with…
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Governor Josh Shapiro Unveils $5M Plan to Combat Pennsylvania’s Nursing Shortage
Gov. Josh Shapiro visited Temple University this week to promote his $5 million Nurse Shortage Assistance Program, writes Carmen Russell-Sluchansky for WHYY. The initiative funds hospitals that partner with nursing schools, covering tuition for students who commit to working in-state hospitals for at least three years. Officials hope this will increase nurse retention and expand…
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Beloved Freddy Hill Farms and Fun Center to Shut Down After 2025 Season
Lansdale’s Freddy Hill Farms, a beloved Montgomery County institution, will close at the end of its 2025 season, writes Robert Moran for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The farm-turned-family attraction has been a community staple for over 50 years, offering miniature golf, batting cages, and its renowned ice cream shop. “After heartfelt consideration, we, the Seipt family,…
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Fire at SPS Technologies in Abington May Delay Boeing’s Turnaround Plans
A fire that broke out on February 17 at SPS Technologies in Abington Township and burned for several days may cause a delay in Boeing’s turnaround plans, writes Sharon Terlep for The Wall Street Journal. The factory, operated by a Berkshire Hathaway company, was the sole supplier of several critical fasteners that are used in…
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Glenside Hosts First-Ever St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival on March 8
Glenside, home to one of the nation’s oldest 4th of July parades, will celebrate its Irish heritage with the first-ever Glenside St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival on Saturday, March 8, 2025. The event will feature a lively parade followed by a festival in Keswick Village. Attendees can expect music, food, and fun for all…
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State of Basin Report: Water Quantity in Delaware River Basin Is Good, Quality Not Far Behind
Delaware River Basin Commission recently published its State of the Basin Report, the fourth since 2004, benchmarking conditions and tracking progress toward meeting key DRBC goals for an adequate supply of water with suitable quality in the Delaware River basin. The report evaluates five categories – watersheds and landscapes, water quantity, climate change, water quality,…
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Bond Vet Brings Urgent and Primary Pet Care to Narberth, Plans Further Expansion in Philly
Bond Vet, a New York-based walk-in veterinary clinic chain specializing in primary and urgent pet care, has expanded to Narberth, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The next step is a second location in Rittenhouse Square by summer, backed by a $170 million investment from private equity firm Warburg Pincus. “Philadelphia is a…
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Amtrak’s Bus Service Between Reading and Philadelphia Ends This Month, Sparking Renewed Push for Passenger Rail
Amtrak’s bus service between Reading and Philadelphia, a crucial link for daily commuters, students, and travelers, will officially end March 18, writes José Martínez for WFMZ 69 News. “I was looking forward to using this bus to go home this semester because my mom can’t bring me back and forth,” said Ashley, a Kutztown University…
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Upper Black Eddy Artisanal Knife Maker Steve Pellegrino Dies at 34
Steve Pellegrino, an artisanal knife maker from Upper Black Eddy whose custom knives were a staple in many restaurant kitchens throughout Philadelphia, died on February 27 from injuries sustained in a car crash while driving home, writes Kiki Aranita for The Philadelphia Inquirer. He was 34. Local chefs expressed their shock at the news. “I…
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Great Valley MBA alumna leads biotech nonprofit using AI to find new treatments
A few years into Mary Zuccato’s career at Vanguard, she reflected on her aspiration to become a leader, and she noticed something: many of her mentors had gone to business school and earned masters of business administration (MBAs). “I wanted to have that experience and the exposure to the broad business curriculum across a bunch…
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Eagles Fan in Royersford Lands the Ultimate Vanity Plate
Eagles fans have been scooping up all kinds of memorabilia this season, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Royersford resident Dave Davis may have landed the most unique keepsake of all—a Pennsylvania vanity plate reading ELGSES. The plate pays tribute to Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker’s now-infamous flub when attempting to lead an E-A-G-L-E-S chant at…
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King of Prussia’s Restaurant Week & Shops for CHOP Aim to Raise Funds for Children’s Hospital
The King of Prussia District is gearing up for its annual KOP Restaurant Week and KOP Shops for CHOP, writes The Reporter. The event benefits the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) King of Prussia Campus. KOP Restaurant Week runs from March 3 to March 14, offering two-course lunches ($20-$30) and three-course dinners ($30-$50) at participating…
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