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PA Turnpike Rolling Out New Text Alert Pilot Program for Unpaid Tolls
The Pennsylvania Turnpike is preparing to roll out a new pilot program that will alert drivers to unpaid tolls through text messages, reports Bryanna Gallagher for 6abc. Through the new program, officials will be able to speed up the collection process, creating a more convenient alternative to sending invoices through the mail. The system is still in the development phase, as officials consider the text message details. Other states with similar text programs have…
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Better Giving Summit Returns May 20 — But Don’t Miss the Free Nonprofit EXPO
The 2026 Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit & EXPO is back on Wednesday, May 20, at the Chester County History Center. The Summit will host expert speakers who will share knowledge and ideas on topics that matter most to today’s philanthropic community, with sessions covering Diagnosing Strategic Problems, Transactional to Strategic Corporate Sponsorship Investments,…
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‘The Devil Wears Prada’ Has Ties to Bucks County. Here’s the Connection
In a recent interview with Alicia Vitarelli of 6abc, The Devil Wears Prada 2 stars, Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep, discussed their Philly connections, writes Abigail Covington for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hathaway’s ties to the area date back to her maternal grandfather, Joe McCauley, one of WIP’s most famous radio hosts, who was nicknamed Philly’s “Morning Mayor.” Her mother, Kate McCauley, was born…
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Temporary Pop-Up Storefronts Coming to Market East Ahead of Summer Tourism Season
This summer, passersby at Market East will likely notice a greater sense of vibrancy in the area as six pop-up businesses will be filling vacant storefront along the 900 block of the struggling corridor, writes 6abc. First up is Two Persons Coffee. Originally based in the Bok Building, it will be located at 920 Market…
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Local Malls Adapt or Close as Consumer Needs and Desires Change
Mike Fenn, 45, grew up in Delaware County and hung out as a teenager at the Granite Run Mall, the Springfield Mall, and King of Prussia. He and his friends frequented GameStop, Electronics Boutique, Suncoast Video, and Showcase Comics, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Malls “slowly died out or they went exceptionally high-end…
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Haverford Landscapers Oppose Gas Blower Ban That Isn’t Here Yet
A total ban on gas leaf blowers coming to Lower Merion in 2029 is worrying some landscapers in Haverford, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. Lower Merion’s ban addresses air and noise pollution generated by gas-powered leaf blowers, along with their contribution to climate change, and their impact on the health of individuals with…
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The Philadelphia Region Is Now an Easy Place to Catch a Cruise
No longer will local travelers have to haul themselves up to New York or down to Baltimore to catch a world-class cruise. The Norwegian Cruise Line PhilaPort terminal at Tinicum means Philadelphia’s cruising drought has ended, writes Meghann Foye for The News Tribune. On April 16, the Norwegian Jewel made history as the first major…
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Longwood Gardens Named Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in the World
Longwood Gardens has been named the most beautiful botanical garden in the world, writes Stacey Leasca for Travel + Leisure. In June, the United Kingdom’s Titan Travel released its much-anticipated study, researching the world’s most stunning flower gardens. To gain an accurate representation of visitors’ favorites, the team scoured social media platforms, such as TikTok…
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Norwood Stars on HGTV’s ‘House Hunters’ as Philly Family Finds Their Suburban Dream
A city family’s search for a small suburban home that led them to Norwood was featured Tuesday night on HGTV’s “House Hunters” writes Peg DeGrassa for The Times Herald. Luciana “Luci” Villar and her husband Ryan Nugent, living in the Mayfair section of Philadelphia, dreamt of getting out of the city and moving to a…
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E-ZPass Tags May be Replaced by Alternative, Currently in Testing Phase
The time of the rectangular plastic E-ZPass tags may be coming to an end, as the New Jersey Turnpike Authority begins testing new stickers on its work vehicles, writes Larry Higgs for NJ.com. A few weeks ago, the authority began to test the new stickers on its vehicles, and if testing over the next several months is successful, the stickers could be replacing tags by the fourth…
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From Doylestown to the World Stage: How Family, Friction, and a Doylestown Upbringing Shaped Pink
Doylestown native Pink is back in the headlines for a move that reflects who she is. She relocated her family to New York City so her daughter, Willow, can pursue Broadway, even performing alongside her on The Kelly Clarkson Show. The decision fits. Pink has always followed her own path, and now she is helping…
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Chicken Salad Chain Spreads Its Wings With Locations Coming to Chester County
Southern fast-casual chain Chicken Salad Chick is set to enter the Philadelphia market with six locations across Chester and Montgomery counties, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Amanda Furiato and her fiancé Ryan Metz began exploring franchising opportunities in the region around a year ago and found that chicken salad was one of the few concepts that was not already oversaturated locally.…
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Philadelphia’s Termini Bros. Bakery Lowers Prices Amid Rising Costs Nationwide
Termini Brothers Bakery, which has been a staple in Philadelphia for more than a century, has announced it will lower prices on several of its classic items, writes Shaynah Ferreira for FOX 29. The announcement is part of the brand’s commitment to making their items affordable and accessible to individuals and families, while prices nationwide…
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After 27 Years, Meghan’s Restaurant in Glen Mills Heading to Market
After 27 years, Meghan’s Restaurant in Glen Mills is up for sale, with the current owners hoping that the new buyer will carry on the tradition of the restaurant, writes June Bakan for the Patch. The popular breakfast and lunch spot, open six days a week, will continue operating as usual in the meantime. “Nothing…
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Popular Ice Cream Shop Coming to Former Al Pastor in Havertown
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is coming to Havertown this summer with a new shop at the former Al Pastor Mexican restaurant, writes June Bakan for Patch. Al Pastor, located at 13 W. Benedict Ave, closed in January. The Havertown Handel’s will have walk-up counter service only and outdoor patio seating, writes Caroline O’Halloran for Savvy…
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Nursing Home Fire Simulation Tests Widener Nursing Students
First responders and medical professionals are on the front lines of every crisis, and Widener University’s annual disaster simulation challenged students in the Jack & Nancy Dwyer School of Nursing to apply their emergency preparedness skills in a realistic, high-pressure setting. Over 100 undergraduate nursing students took part in the event which simulated a fire…
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The Final Number Is In: GMercyU’s Mercy in Motion Campaign Shatters Expectations
Gwynedd Mercy University’s Mercy in Motion comprehensive campaign raised more than $35.3 million, surpassing its initial $25 million goal with the support of nearly 2,200 donors. Alumni, donors, and board members recently gathered to celebrate the impact of the campaign. The event culminated with GMercyU’s mascot and students helping Charlotte McKines, Chair of GMercyU’s Board of Trustees,…
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PECO Announces Transition of President and CEO David Vahos to Special Advisor to Exelon’s President and CEO
PECO President and CEO David Vahos will transition to the role of Special Advisor to Exelon President and CEO Calvin Butler. Mike Innocenzo, Exelon’s Chief Operating Officer, will immediately step in as interim President and CEO of PECO while retaining his current responsibilities. Innocenzo served previously as President and CEO of PECO from 2018-2024. Innocenzo’s…
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