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Fueled by Innovative Programs, Eastern University’s Enrollment Soars Toward 10,000 Students
Eastern University’s Fall 2025 enrollment totaled 9,964 students, up 14 percent from Fall 2024. Due to the addition of many new innovative programs over the last several years, the Christian university has seen its student body triple since its pre-pandemic enrollment of 3,100 students in Fall 2019. The university’s faith-based mission has fueled the desire…
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Thanksgiving at the Ritz: Aqimero Serves Up a Boozy Tea and Latin-Inspired Brunch You’ll Be Thankful For
If you’re looking to add a dash of style, and maybe a little tequila, to your Thanksgiving plans this year, Aqimero, located inside the Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia, is serving up two unforgettable holiday experiences in the heart of Center City. Thanksgiving Eve: Boozy Tea, Aqimero Style Forget the frantic grocery runs and marathon cooking sessions. On…
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Holiday Mental Health: Simple Strategies to Help You Find Balance This Season
The holiday season is often associated with joy and togetherness, but for many of us, it can be a period of significant stress and loneliness. The pressure to create a “perfect” experience, coupled with financial concerns, busy schedules, and family dynamics, often heightens existing mental health challenges. Anxiety and depression may worsen, managing strong emotions…
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Wayne Company Lands on Deloitte’s Fast 500
One Chester County company has earned a place on Deloitte’s 2025 list of the fastest-growing technology firms in North America, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Deloitte released its 31st annual Technology Fast 500 earlier this week, ranking public and private tech companies based on revenue growth from 2021 through 2024. Aclaris Therapeutics…
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New Partnership Brings Norristown’s Family Shield Credit to the National Level
Norristown’s Family Shield Credit is expanding its reach across the country, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The fintech was founded in 2023 to help families manage rising funeral expenses. It has entered a major partnership with Wisconsin-based Tribute Technology that will connect the Montgomery County startup to more than 10,000 funeral homes…
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Upper Makefield Jet Fuel Spill Prompts Federal Bill to Modernize Pipelines
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick recently introduced a bill, co-sponsored by Rep. Tom Suozzi of New York, to modernize pipelines and improve emergency responses following a Sunoco pipeline leak in Upper Makefield Township, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The bill was inspired by Washington Crossing’s Wojnovich family, for whom the bill is named,…
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New Yorkers Lead a Sharp Rise in Out-Of-Town Rental Demand For Philadelphia Properties
Philadelphia-area apartments are experiencing a surge in interest from out-of-town renters, fueled largely by newcomers who are relocating from New York, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. During the third quarter of 2025, Philadelphia apartment listings saw greater traffic from out-of-region renters than from local residents, a trend that represents a significant shift…
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Convenience Store Liquor in Pennsylvania? Rutter’s Thinks It Could Work
Could convenience store liquor become a thing in Pennsylvania? York County-based Rutter’s is opening a door. Its parent company applied to the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board to open 64 “limited distilleries” at its stores. That application was denied, but Rutter’s is appealing, writes Steth Kaplan for WHTM, as reported at Yahoo! news. Rutter’s already sells…
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Pregnant and a Cancer Survivor, Villanova Field Hockey Coach Takes on Marathon
Villanova University field hockey coach Karlie Kisha participated in Saturday’s 8K Philadelphia Marathon, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia. Her participation was particularly impressive because she is seven months pregnant and a cancer survivor. The former Olympic athlete took the race in stride. “Looking for a 9-minute mile pace,” Kisha said, “but seven months…
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Upper Darby Summer Stage’s Shooting Stars Return to 6ABC’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Upper Darby Summer Stage Shooting Stars will be performing once again in the Philadelphia 6ABC Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday. The group features performers from more than 14 regional high schools who are participants in Upper Darby Summer Stage. The high-energy song-and-dance group is an audition-only show choir that performs throughout the year across…
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The Year by Design: A Blueprint for Turning Vision into Victory
With the new year right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what you truly desire and set the stage for unparalleled success. Making the next year your best one yet requires more than just wishful thinking — it demands a strategic plan tailored to your aspirations. Define Your Best Year Yet…
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The Immaculata Symphony Presents Annual Christmas Concert on Dec. 7
On Sunday, Dec. 7, the Immaculata Symphony will perform its annual Christmas concert, Christmas Movie Classics, beginning at 3:00 PM, in Immaculata’s Alumnae Hall. The Immaculata Symphony is a university-community organization, with a long and outstanding tradition that goes back to the University’s founding in 1920. The orchestra performs the soundtrack to the classic 1982…
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Serve, Protect, Lead: Philadelphia Police Lieutenant Earns Doctorate in Education at Wilmington University
As an enlisted Marine, Dr. Alexander Branch learned how to take orders. As an Army Reserve Captain, he learned how to give orders, and as a Wilmington University (WilmU) doctoral student, he learned how to be a better listener. The Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership, Learning and Innovation (OLI) program “helped me appreciate diversity of thought,” said Branch, a Police…
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Andiario Offers One-Of-A-Kind Seasonal Dining in West Chester
West Chester’s Andiario offers a truly exceptional dining experience perfect for any Chester County foodie, writes Emma Larkin for Fast Food Club. Fast Food Club recently honored Andiario as a must-try spot worth securing a reservation for. Having earned a national reputation for its specialty cuisine, the local restaurant offers a truly one-of-a-kind experience that…
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$100M Redevelopment Aims to Turn Plymouth Meeting Mall Into Montco’s Next Town Center
A major transformation is on the horizon for the Plymouth Meeting Mall, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Philadelphia-based LA Partners, formerly known as Lubert Adler Real Estate Funds is under contract to purchase the 110-acre property. The firm plans to invest more than $100 million into redeveloping the aging Montgomery County site…
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Airport Just Outside of Bucks County is Adding New Allegiant Flights
Beginning early next year, Allegiant Airlines will begin offering 30 new nonstop routes to 35 cities around the country from Trenton-Mercer Airport, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The airport, located just across the river from Bucks County, has only offered Frontier flights since it opened to commercial flights. Allegiant offers low-cost flights, connecting small and medium-sized cities to…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Urges Customers to Keep Pipes Clear This Holiday Season by Properly Disposing of Fats, Oils, and Grease
With kitchens getting busier during the holiday season, Aqua Pennsylvania is reminding customers that what goes down the drain can have serious consequences for household plumbing and community wastewater systems. Fats, oils, and grease from festive cooking can cool, solidify, and lead to costly clogs in home pipes and sewer lines. As families prepare their favorite holiday dishes, Aqua encourages customers to…
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Sales Jump for Lansdowne’s Forte3D After $250,000 ‘Shark Tank’ Deal
Lansdowne-based Forte3D $250,000 deal on “Shark Tank” is already translating into a noticeable uptick in sales one week after founder and CEO Alfred Goodrich appeared on the ABC reality series, writes Stephanie L. Arnold for Philadelphia Business Journal. “I’d say we’re at least 20 times our weekly revenue,” Goodrich said. “We’re blowing it out.” The…
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