Commerce
-
Comcast and 76ers Team Up to Purchase Market East Buildings, Eyes Revitalizing Struggling Corridor
Comcast and the Philadelphia 76ers are no strangers to working together, and their latest partnership is part of an effort to revitalize the struggling Market East corridor in Center City, writes Aaron Moselle for WHYY. The two entities recently got together to acquire the 920-938 Market Street and 1000-1024 Market Street properties, respectively. According to…
-
Bucks County High Schools Reconsider Class Rankings Over Academic Stress
Amid rising concerns over academic competition and grade-related stress, several Bucks County high schools are reconsidering class rankings, writes Kai Lincke for the Bucks County Courier Times. Six years ago, Neshaminy School District administrators expressed their concerns to the school board, citing class rank as a source of social and emotional stress for students. They…
-
Community Support Inspires Nurse to Start Compassion United Havertown
Inspired by the community support she received while in the hospital as her children battled cancer, nurse Rachel McGonigle started Compassion United Havertown to help others in similar situations, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. “It was 2017, and two of my children were diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma at the same time,” said McGonigle. “We really…
-
Delaware County Chamber Honors Chamber President Trish McFarland, Foundation’s Frances Sheehan
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce had a chance to review its accomplishments and honor its members at its annual membership luncheon. The June 18 event at Drexelbrook Catering in Drexel Hill also recognized Frances Sheehan with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Sheehan is retiring from The Foundation for Delaware County in the fall. The Chamber…
-
The Meadowbrook School Welcomes New Head of School to Continue Its Mission of ‘Bringing Life to Learning’
The Meadowbrook School, a co-ed day school in Abington Township with students from age three through sixth grade, has welcomed Jim Pierce as its next Head of School. Pierce spent 14 years at Meadowbrook as a classroom teacher (1999-2009) and Assistant Head of School (2009-2013). During that time, he helped shape many of the programs…
-
Exelon Foundation’s Weeklong STEM Academy Empowers Next Generation of Innovators
One hundred high school students from across the region spent last week immersed in STEM exploration as part of PECO and the Exelon Foundation’s annual STEM Academy and Boys to STEM Academy, held at Saint Joseph’s University. The weeklong, on-campus program gives rising high school juniors and seniors a chance to dive into STEM learning,…
-
What’s in Your Water? Understanding Seasonal Flavor Changes
As temperatures rise, many of us enjoy longer days, sunshine, and more time outdoors. Many of us welcome these changes, but what many do not realize is that the changing seasons can also affect your drinking water. Every time you open your tap, you trust Aqua Pennsylvania to deliver safe, high-quality drinking water, and that’s…
-
Ardmore Shines as the Beating Heart of the Main Line
Ardmore’s dynamic downtown continues to live up to its nickname as the “Main Street of the Main Line,” writes Taylor Dixon for Islands. Just a short SEPTA ride from Center City Philadelphia, this historic town has become a top destination for visitors seeking walkable charm and boutique shopping. Anchored by Suburban Square, Ardmore offers over…
-
Robotaxi Company Waymo Set to Begin Test Run in Philadelphia
Waymo, the robotaxi company, will soon start hitting the streets in several new cities throughout the country as part of a test run with Philadelphia being one of them, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. While the autonomous cars will soon be seen downtown and on highways throughout the city, they will not yet…
-
Cat Cafe in Doylestown Combines Comforting Coffee and Cute Kittens
Those in the Doylestown area can enjoy furry friends with their coffee at the new MeWow Cat Cafe, writes Morgan Suppes for WFMZ. The cat cafe recently moved to a new location in Doylestown after needing to expand due to its increasing popularity. The owner, Eilene Kramer, is excited to welcome locals to the new…
-
Warm and Humid Great for Media Peaches, but There Are Concerns
Heat and humidity are creating bumper crops of peaches at Linvilla Orchards and Indian Orchards Farm, both in the Media area, but it’s also bringing wet soil, fungal diseases, and unpredictability. The Philadelphia area saw 6.22 inches of rain this May. That’s far above average, and it was followed by high temperatures in June, the…
-
Radnor’s Latest Truck-Bridge Collision Solution Seems to be Working
Radnor thinks it’s found an answer to trucks continually hitting the 10-foot, 10-inch Amtrak bridge at King of Prussia Road, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Main Line Media News. The past couple of decades have seen the bridge struck by a truck about once a month. Each time, King of Prussia Road had to be closed…
-
Aqua Pennsylvania Enhances Delaware County’s Water Infrastructure, Replaces 17,310 Feet of Aging Water Mains
Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 17,310 feet of aging water mains across Delaware County. The aged cast iron pipes are being replaced with new ductile iron mains composed of nearly 90 percent recycled materials, providing more reliable service for decades to come. These investments are part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement program to replace decades-old water…
-
Engineer Brings Creative Programming Opportunities to Coatesville
Local engineer Shane Cloyd has brought creative new education opportunities to the Coatesville community, writes staff for The Daily Local News. Cloyd, currently a Principal Engineer at Penske Logistics, operates technology and arts after-school programming in downtown Coatesville. Out of a previously unused 8,000 square foot building, he manages Our Dot Art and STEAM/POWER. Both…
-
Wynnewood’s Merion Realty Buys $82M in Upstate NY Apartment Complexes
Wynnewood’s Merion Realty Partners is stretching its reach northward, writes Mike DeMasi for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The investment firm recently acquired two apartment complexes in Saratoga County, New York, for a combined $82.4 million, marking its first foray into the Albany and Hudson Valley markets. The deal includes 468-unit Fox Run Apartments in Clifton…
-
Wanamaker Building Conversion to Include Several Attractive Features and Amenities
Just over a month after officially completing its acquisition of the Wanamaker Building, TF Cornerstone has provided more details on what its conversion will look like, writes Noah Zucker for BisNow. The city recently issued a permit for the project. The permit unveils plans for the development. This includes two rooftop decks and a swimming…
-
Delaware County Lawmaker Proposes Fund to Reopen Hospital
State Rep. Craig Williams (R-160) of Chadds Ford has proposed creating a $200 million fund to entice a buyer to reopen Crozer Chester Medical Center in Upland and other hospitals, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. The fund wouldn’t raise taxes and would need no new revenue, he said. “I need Crozer open,”…
-
July Openings Set for 3 Restaurants Coming to Delaware County
The Philadelphia region will see a dozen new restaurants this summer, including three opening this month in Delaware County, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Tlali in Upper Darby will feature Mexican cuisine and is expected to open in late July at 7219 West Chester Pike. Chef Alberto Sandoval has 20 years of experience…
Founding Partners
Advertisement
Affiliate Partners
Chamber Partners
