Commerce
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Dock Mennonite Makes $1.5M Land Play in Montgomery County
A longtime Montco private school is expanding its footprint with a notable land purchase in Hatfield, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Dock Mennonite Academy has acquired a neighboring 4.5-acre farm property at 1850 Tomlinson Road in Hatfield for $1.53 million, giving the school additional room to grow while preserving open space next…
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Former Exton Office Building Converted into 32-Unit Apartment Building
A vacant office building in Exton has been redeveloped into a suburban rarity, an apartment building with 24 studio units and eight single-bedroom apartments, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ownership of the building rests with a group led by local real estate lawyer David McFadden, broker John McGee, and investment partner Chiu Bai. The group hopes…
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Temple University Pays $8 Million for Former McDonald’s Site Adjacent to Its Sports Complex
Temple University has purchased the former McDonald’s site at Broad Street and Girard Avenue, next to Temple University Sports Complex, for $8 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The fast food restaurant that once occupied the lot was demolished in 2023. This acquisition continues a series of deals the university has pursued…
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Prospect Medical Asks Court Permission to Dispose of Patient Records
Prospect Medical Holdings is seeking court approval to dispose of 470,000 patient records and save itself $350,000 a year in annual storage costs, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. The bankrupt company stated in a filed motion that the storage costs are an “unsustainable burden.” “These burdensome patient records, while historically maintained in the…
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First Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous Colonial in Media
A gorgeous colonial home at 584 S. Heilbron Drive, set on 1.57 attractive acres with six bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms, is available for sale in Media. This stunning residence offers an elegant combination of size, style, and thoughtful design, conveniently located in a highly sought-after school district. Refined details include hardwood floors,…
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Southern-Inspired Deli and Restaurant Blue South Debuts In Lansdowne
Blue South, a new Southern-inspired deli and restaurant, opened in Lansdowne on Saturday, drawing the Lansdowne Economic Development Corp., community partners, and local leaders for the ribbon-cutting ceremony, reports the Daily Times. Under the leadership of chef Jacob Blue and manager Louis Feliciano, the concept blends a daytime deli and an evening restaurant, offering a…
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$8M U.S. Shipbuilding Grant Awarded to Partners: DCCC, Hanwha Philly Shipyard, and a Regional Higher Education Consortium
A public/private partnership — led by Delaware County Community College (DCCC) and shipbuilder Hanwha Philly Shipyard, Inc. (HPSI) — has been awarded an $8 million federal grant over four years to create an innovative, new model of education and training for U.S. shipbuilding that will include sending U.S. instructors and workers overseas to learn advanced…
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Nordstrom Rack Launches New Locations, with One Coming to Exton
Nordstrom Rack, the off-price division of Nordstrom, is preparing to launch four new locations in the Philadelphia area, with one set for Exton in the fall, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Exton store will cover 30,000 square feet and be located inside Main Street at Exton, a popular shopping center at Routes 30 and 100. The…
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New $11.5M Project Aims to Beautify Philadelphia in Preparation for 250th Birthday Celebrations
Mayor Cherelle Parker has announced a partnership between the city and various other partners on a new $11.5 million project to beautify key access points into Philadelphia, writes Tom MacDonald for WHYY. The new beautification project is both in preparation to welcome the world to Philadelphia to celebrate America’s 250th birthday and part of the…
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Riddle EMS Rebranded as Main Line Health EMS to Reflect Fleet Mission
Main Line Health has rebranded Riddle Emergency Medical Services at Riddle Hospital in Media as Main Line Health EMS. The announcement was made on Wednesday, Jan. 14, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, writes Sarah Gantz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The seven ambulances that make up Riddle EMS employ 77 paramedics and EMTs. They have been providing…
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American Airlines Basic Economy Tickets Lose Frequent Flyer Perks
American Airlines has tightened its frequent flyer perks associated with basic economy tickets purchased on or after December 17, writes Ashley Mahoney for AXIOS. Under the change, travelers who purchase these fares will not earn AAdvantage miles or Loyalty Points. Basic economy fares were introduced by American Airlines nine years ago as its lowest-priced ticket…
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Nonprofits Invited to Apply for 2026 Partners in Giving Grants
The Community’s Foundation (TCF) and The Foundation for Delaware County (the Foundation) have announced the 2026 Partners in Giving competitive grantmaking cycle, a collaborative funding initiative designed to better support nonprofits serving Delaware County. For the 2026 Partners in Giving Grant cycle, funding will be considered for organizations focused on community development, health, hospice and…
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DelVal Center for Learning in Retirement Courses Begin Feb. 2
Delaware Valley University Center for Learning in Retirement courses begin Monday, Feb. 2 and cover a wide range of topics, skills, and activities. Classes are offered in-person, online, or in hybrid models, giving learners the opportunity to learn from anywhere. One hybrid course available this spring is Our Mind Matters: Caring for Mental Wellness from…
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DCCC Hosts Regional High School Art Exhibition Jan. 7 to Feb. 6
The Art Gallery at Delaware County Community College (DCCC) is hosting its tenth annual Regional High School Art Exhibition featuring artwork created in a wide variety of media by art students from 15 high schools in Delaware and Chester Counties. It is a rare opportunity for high school students’ work — selected by teachers at…
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Leadership Changes Underway at Wayne’s Teleflex Following CEO Exit
Wayne-based Teleflex is undergoing a leadership transition with CEO Liam Kelly stepping down and Dr. Stephen Klasko, former Jefferson Health chief, appointed as the medical device company’s new board chairman, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Kelly recently left his roles as both chairman and CEO of Teleflex, with no explanation provided by the company. Stuart Randle, who has been on…
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Bridges at Warwick Sells to REIT Specializing in Senior Housing for $50.2M
The Bridges at Warwick has been sold to National Health Investors, a real estate investment trust specializing in senior housing, for $50.2 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 107-unit assisted living and memory care community, located at 1600 Almshouse Road in Jamison, was previously owned by an affiliate of Orlando, Florida-based…
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Havertown’s Al Pastor Restaurant Is Closed; New Business on the Way
Havertown’s popular Mexican restaurant Al Pastor closed Jan. 7 after two years to make way for a new business opening at 13 W. Benedict Ave., writes Max Bennett for Patch. Joe Monnich, co-owner of Al Pastor’s parent restaurant group Stove & Co., said the community will be thrilled with what replaces the eatery. “We’ve cared…
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These Delaware County Spots Offer Some Tasty Cheesesteaks
Several Delaware County eateries bring their A-game in crafting Philadelphia’s iconic cheesesteaks, and creating some of the finest on the Main Line and beyond, write Anne E. Hill and Ben Silver for the Main Line Today. With locations in Drexel Hill and Havertown, Toni Roni’s offers over half a dozen cheesesteak varieties, including the fan-favorite…
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