Commerce
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Former Sixers Owner’s Huntingdon Valley Estate Returns to Market for $3.9M
A sprawling Huntingdon Valley estate once owned by former Philadelphia 76ers owner Harold Katz is back on the market, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The property’s massive private sports complex is once again drawing attention across the region. The nearly seven-acre Montgomery County property recently re-entered the market for $3.9 million, just…
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Chubb’s New $380 Million Center City Office Tower Is Redefining the Future of Office Work
Chubb’s new 348,000-square-foot tower at 2000 Arch Street represents more than just a new headquarters, but rather offers a glimpse into the future of Philadelphia’s office market and Center City development, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 18-story, LEED Platinum-certified tower is part of a roughly $380 million investment that will bring…
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Stunning Main Line Estate, Built in 1904, Put on the Market for $12M
Along the Main Line, a 21,000-square-foot mansion built in 1904 and spanning three floors is hitting the market for around $12 million, writes Jonathan Diamond for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The estate, known as Ravenscliff, was constructed in Wayne on a 126-acre parcel for magnate William T. Wright. Wright later gave the property to his son, William Coxe Wright, when he married Charlotte…
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Archdiocese of Philadelphia to Relocate from Headquarters After More Than 50 Years
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia will be moving from its headquarters of more than a half-century early next year, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Archdiocese just recently signed a new long-term lease for 80,000 square feet at the Three Parkway building in Philadelphia. The new location is just a block away from…
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This Upper Darby Record Collector Has a Store, But You Shouldn’t Stay Too Long
The owner of R&B Records in Upper Darby has an interesting customer approach: if you must come to his store, don’t stay long and know what you want, writes Beccah Hendrickson at 6abc. Val Shively prefers doing business by mail. “This is a landfill, not a record shop,” he said. The store, open since 1990,…
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New Owner of Bernie’s Pretzels Looking to Capture Bazaar Memories
An iconic moment at the former Bazaar of All Nations in Upper Darby for Greg Murray was the smell of Bernie’s soft pretzels and cinnamon buns baking, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. “That was a good memory,” said Murray, of Drexel Hill. Though the Bazaar has been gone now for three decades, replaced…
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Despite Financial Struggles, Delco’s William Penn Is Outperforming Similar Districts
Despite years of underfunding and financial strain, William Penn School District is beating the odds and outperforming similar districts in math achievement, according to Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A new Education Scorecard analysis from researchers at Harvard, Stanford, and Dartmouth Universities identified William Penn as a “district on the rise” after students in grades three through…
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First Bank House of the Week: $5.5M Italianate-Style Mansion For Sale in Villanova
An Italianate-style home with six bedrooms and six full and two-half bathrooms is available for sale in Villanova. Set on 3.4 landscaped acres beside the renowned Ardrossan Estate, the well-preserved residence retains most of its original architectural integrity. . . A long private drive leads to a walled courtyard and the stately home, where classic design details remain remarkably intact. Inside,…
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There’s Still Time to Register for the 23rd Annual Arc of Chester County Bubble Walk Happening on May 17
The 23rd Annual Arc of Chester County Bubble Walk & Fun Day gets underway this Sunday, May 17, at West Goshen Community Park, 1023 Fern Hill Road, in West Chester. Registration is still open. This beloved community event is the Arc’s largest fundraiser. The 11 AM to 2 PM Bubble Walk brings together families, friends,…
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Coming Home to Brandywine: Why Baby Boomers Are Choosing Freedom Village at Brandywine for Retirement
For many Baby Boomers, the pull of family, familiar landscapes, and a slower pace of life makes moving to a Life Plan Community closer to home a more attractive option. According to the National Association of Realtors‘ 2025 Generational Trends Report, Baby Boomers now account for 53 percent of all home sales in the United…
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Tastykake’s Navy Yard Headquarters Sold to Salt Lake City-Based Investment Firm in $87M Deal
Tastykake’s headquarters at the Philadelphia Navy Yard has been sold to Salt Lake City-based Bridge Investment Group, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Prologis, the logistics real estate firm that had owned the 345,500-square-foot property since 2020 after a merger with Liberty Property Trust, sold the building in a $87 million deal. The…
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Where Traditional Healthcare Lacks, Downingtown Nonprofit Supports Families of Color with Postpartum Care
Downingtown nonprofit The 4th Trimester MOMMIE is dedicated to supporting families and mothers of color during the vulnerable postpartum period, writes Jade Pennyman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Founded by nurse Talonda Rogers, the nonprofit identifies and treats pregnancy-related symptoms through physical and mental health assessments, support groups, educational clinics, and therapeutic services. 4th Trimester providers…
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Proposed Shoppes at Concord in Glen Mills Now Has Giant as an Anchor
Giant will be the anchor for the Shoppes at Concord, a planned 155,000 square-foot shopping center in Glen Mills, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. With an anchor in place, Retail Sites, the developer hopes to start construction in 2026 after years of delay, pending zoning and permit approval. Construction would take between…
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‘A Clear Signal of What Eastern Stands for’: University Exceeds Fundraising Campaign’s $30 Million Goal
A successful fundraising campaign at Eastern University is opening new doors for students while reinforcing the university’s commitment to faith, education, and community impact. Eastern’s “A Time to Rise” capital campaign, which began its public phase in May 2024, has exceeded its $30 million fundraising goal, raising a total of $30,029,132. The milestone is a…
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Paoli’s Bloom Sanctuary is Changing What Pregnancy Care Looks Like
Nearly every pregnant woman is told some version of the same thing: the aching pelvis, the shooting sciatic nerve, the grinding SI joint. That’s just pregnancy. Wait it out. It’ll pass after the baby comes. Dr. Brandie Keates has spent more than two decades refusing to accept that answer. “Common does not mean inevitable, and…
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Lyme Disease Risk Is Rising in Delaware County and Southeast Pennsylvania. Here’s What You Need to Know
If it feels like tick season is starting earlier and hitting harder, you’re not imagining it. Health officials and researchers are warning that 2026 could be one of the worst tick seasons southeastern Pennsylvania has seen in years, as warmer winters and earlier spring temperatures create ideal conditions for ticks to survive and spread, writes…







































