Retail
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Bala Cynwyd’s The 1916 Company Teams Up With ‘Shark Tank’ Investor
Bala Cynwyd’s The 1916 Company has teamed up with ‘Shark Tank’s‘ Kevin O’Leary, writes Abigail Chachoute for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Through a new partnership with O’Leary’s WonderCare platform, customers can now insure high-end pieces at checkout. WonderCare offers a fully digital insurance experience tailored for luxury watches. The platform is backed by insurance powerhouse…
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New Target Location Headed to West Chester Next Month
A new West Goshen Target store is set to open soon in West Chester, writes Lori Comstock in Philly Burbs. The new store, located at 985 Paoli Pike in the West Goshen Shopping Center, will open on Aug. 17. The physical space will span 120,000 square feet, slightly smaller than the average Target store. The…
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As One New Hope Business Closes, Several More Preparing to Open
While The Landing, a popular bar and restaurant along the river, closed its doors for good in New Hope this year, several new businesses have already opened, and others are getting ready to open, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Lawrenceville-based Nosh Empanadas recently opened its doors, offering its “signature homemade empanadas, bold flavors, and…
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Two New Trader Joe’s Locations “Coming Soon” to Berwyn and Exton
Chester County residents can expect two new Trader Joe’s locations in both Berwyn and Exton in the coming months, writes Michael Bartiromo for PHL17. The new Berwyn location is planned for 550 Lancaster Avenue, and the Exton location for 125 West Lincoln Highway. Trader Joe’s currently has thirty new locations listed as “opening soon.” The…
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New Convenience Store Brings Easy Shopping to Downtown Doylestown
Doylestown recently welcomed a new Sparta convenience store, located close to the Justice Center and the county administration building, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The store is located at 22 North Main Street in the former Playa Bowls space next to the new Snarky Tea House. It offers a wide selection of convenience store…
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Favorite Roller-Grill Hot Dog? Wawa, 7-Eleven Come Out on Top
When it comes to roller-grill hot dogs, you apparently can’t beat Wawa or 7-Eleven, writes Chuck Ulie for CSP. In honor of National Hot Dog Day July 16, a Gunther Volvo Cars Daytona Beach poll asked 3,006 drivers and truckers nationwide where they get their favorite roller-grill hot dog. Wawa and 7-Eleven dominated the results,…
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Wawa Promotes New Credit Card as Its Latest Customer Perk
The Wawa Mastercard is now a thing. The Delaware County convenience store chain announced it is teaming up with the First National Bank of Omaha on a credit card that will generate savings and everyday rewards for customers. Cardholders will be able to save on fuel costs, earn points toward purchases, and enjoy exclusive Wawa…
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Sheetz Goes on Offensive with Plan to Open Store Across from Wawa in Chester County
Sheetz is making a bold move in its rivalry with Wawa, pushing into its opponent’s territory with plans to open one of its first Greater Philadelphia locations in Chester County, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The convenience store and gas station chain plans to redevelop a shuttered Rite Aid in Downingtown, diagonally…
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King of Prussia-Based David’s Bridal Turns to AI to Reinvent Weddings
David’s Bridal is turning to artificial intelligence in an ambitious bid to reinvent wedding planning, writes James Thomason for Venture Beat. At a newly opened concept store in Florida, brides are greeted not only by dresses but by Pearl Planner, a high-tech AI platform that curates vision boards, generates personalized timelines, and recommends vendors based…
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Newtown Locals Eager for Wawa’s Coffee, Hoagies and Opening Day
Newtown’s very first Wawa location is causing a stir on social media as locals eagerly wait for an announcement about the official date of the grand opening, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The 5,500-square-foot location on the Newtown Bypass and Lower Silver Lake Road will feature a gas station and convenience store. Prior to…
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Lansdowne Ave. Rite Aid in Drexel Hill Latest Store to Close in Bankruptcy
You can add one more Delaware County Rite Aid store to the list of closings amid the retail pharmacy’s bankruptcy, writes Daniel Une for Penn Live. The Rite Aid store at 832 N. Lansdowne Ave. in Upper Darby is part of a group of 28 stores in Pennsylvania and 118 nationwide, the latest that have…
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Content Creator Highlights Wawa Cravings in Pregnancy Announcement
Philadelphia content creator Farah Vogel opted for a more realistic approach in announcing her pregnancy. She decided to do a photo shoot announcement focusing on her Wawa cravings, reports 6abc. Farah Vogel opted out of the traditional baby bump photos to show instead her frequent runs to Wawa to curb her carb cravings. “This whole…
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Rite Aid to Close More Bucks County Locations Amid Second Bankruptcy
Rite Aid is closing an additional 28 stores in Pennsylvania, including four in Bucks County, after filing for bankruptcy for a second time, writes Daniel Urie for PennLive. The following Bucks County locations are among the 28 locations in the state that will be closing: So far, 118 Pennsylvania locations have closed, while 839 stores…
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See Why Wawa Felt It Needed to Sue This New Jersey City
An amended municipal law in the city of Garfield, New Jersey has prompted a Wawa lawsuit over how it does business in the town, writes Rebecca Heath for NJ Advance Media for NJ.com, as reported in silive.com. Garfield has a law that prevents Wawa from operating 24 hours a day. Wawa opened in Garfield in…
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King of Prussia Mall Nears Deal to Transform Vacant JCPenney into New Experiences
Big changes are on the horizon for King of Prussia Mall as it moves closer to filling the long-vacant former JCPenney space, Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. General Manager Bob Hart shared that new retail and entertainment concepts are in the works, with an official announcement expected this summer. “This is going to…
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At Home Group with Media Store, Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
At Home Group, which owns the Promenade at Granite Run At Home store in Media, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, writes Alexa Reed for the Philadelphia Business Journal. It is one of 260 stores across 40 states. The retail chain, based in Dallas, sells home furniture and décor. It has been impacted by tariffs…
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IKEA Plans to Expand Philadelphia Area Footprint with New Store Formats
IKEA, with its U.S. headquarters in Conshohocken, is planning to expand its Greater Philadelphia footprint with new format stores, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The popular Swedish retailer is experiencing an unprecedented growth spurt with two types of new stores: smaller locations from 50,000 to 100,000 square feet and plan and order…
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TikTok-Famous Candy Company Arrives to Rittenhouse Square with New Boutique
All Aboard Candy, the sweet treat-centric small business that has gained TikTok popularity has officially arrived to Philadelphia, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia Magazine. The new Rittenhouse Square boutique officially opened to customers on Thursday, June 12. All Aboard Candy was founded by childhood friends and veterans of the Philadelphia food and hospitality industry, Alyssa…
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